Electrocardiogram (EKG) Training
3.2 - Week Classes!
Course Description
State approved Electrocardiogram (EKG) training program is designed to prepare you to take the National Exam. EKG Technicians provide critical support to medical facilities in a clinical or office environment.
Our EKG program will teach all aspects relating to this growing field. Areas of study will include but are not limited to, introduction to EKG, electrical conduction system, dysrhythmias, stress test, telemetry, Holter monitor, artifacts, lead variations (3 lead, 5 lead, and 12 lead).
Upon completion of the course, students will be able to:
- Define the duties of an EKG technician
- Have complete understanding, and be able to identify the cause of dysrhythmia
- Perform stress tests, and be aware of contraindications
- Perform proper lead placement
- Complete knowledge of 3 lead, 5 lead and 12 lead placement
Upon completion of the Electrocardiogram (EKG) training program, students will be eligible to take the National Certification Exam at ACI through National Healthcareer Association.
Course Requirements
Due within first 2 weeks of class
- 18 years of age
- High School Diploma/GED or equivalent
- Basic Life Support - CPR for Healthcare Providers -offered at ACI for $80
Course Schedule
Day Classes - Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday
| Daytime Weeks - Days | Days 9:00 am - 5:00 pm |
|---|---|
| Start Date | Completion Date |
| November 21, 2024 (Class is full/wait list optional) | December 11, 2024 |
| February 18, 2025 | March 5, 2025 |
Evening Classes
| Evening 4 Weeks - 12 Days | Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday 5:00 pm - 10:00 pm |
|---|---|
| Start Date | Completion Date |
| December 2, 2024 | December 23, 2024 |
| March 25, 2025 | April 21, 2025 |
tuition
$900 - Tuition after deposit: INCLUDES books, scrub top (students required to wear black scrub pants), supplies, and background check
- $400 - Deposit (includes $150 non-refundable application fee)
- $300 - 3 Weekly Payments (first payment due one week prior to the start of class)