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ECG/EKG Technician

EKG Technician Program in Chicago, Illinois

ECG/EKG TECHNICIAN (51.0902)

Description:
Clock Hours: 40
Theory/Lab/Clinical: 30/10/00

This 5 weeks program is scheduled for 8 hours / week 

This 5-week ECG and EKG Technician program in Park Ridge, IL, focuses on diagnostic tests related to the heart, recording the heart’s electrical impulses onto a paper strip. The pattern of the signals can tell the physician whether the heart is normal, is experiencing electrical problems, is under strain, or is damaged. The ECG Technician will administer and document various types of ECG monitoring and will provide appropriate care for the equipment.

Specific Admission Requirements:

  1. High School diploma or its equivalent (GED)
  2. A reading comprehension of 10th grade level is required.
  3. A valid Social Security Number

Potential Places of Employment:

The ECG Technician works in physicians’ offices, clinics, hospitals, and diagnostic centers.

Certification:

Successful graduates are encouraged to obtain a National Certification from the National Health Career Association. Benefits to obtaining an EKG Certification may include: more job opportunities, an increased pay scale, job security, and increased subject matter expertise.

Program Objectives/Outcomes:

  • Communicate with the patient appropriately
  • Attach electrode to the chest, arms and legs
  • Provide privacy for the patient during the test
  • Provide clean working environment
  • Practice universal precautions during the testing
  • Document procedures appropriately

Textbooks:

Complete Guide for the EKG Technician

by: Wilma Lynne Clarke, EdD, RN

Additional Materials:

Basic Dysrhythmias in CD-ROM

Program Cost Full Assessment:

Tuition Fee $ 700.00
Laboratory Fee including materials and equipment included
Registration Fee 75.00
Books/Classroom materials** 85.00
Certification Exam Fee (NHA) 130.00
TOTAL AMOUNT DUE $ 990.00

Frequently Asked Questions

What does an ECG/EKG Technician do?
An ECG/EKG Technician is responsible for performing diagnostic tests to monitor the heart’s electrical activity. They attach electrodes to the patient’s chest, arms, and legs to record the heart’s electrical impulses, helping physicians diagnose heart conditions.
How long is the ECG/EKG Technician program at Career Options, Inc.?
The ECG/EKG Technician program at Career Options, Inc. (COI) lasts for 5 weeks, with 40 total clock hours, including 30 hours of theory and lab work, and 10 hours for classroom materials.
What are the admission requirements for the ECG/EKG Technician program?
To enroll in the ECG/EKG Technician program, you need a high school diploma or GED, a 10th-grade reading comprehension level, and a valid Social Security number. No prior experience in the medical field is required.
What will I learn in the ECG/EKG Technician program?
In the ECG/EKG Technician program, you will learn how to administer and document various types of ECG tests, communicate with patients, ensure patient privacy, maintain a clean working environment, and follow universal precautions during testing.
Is there any hands-on training in the ECG/EKG Technician program?
Yes! The ECG/EKG Technician program includes 30 hours of hands-on theory and lab work where you will practice attaching electrodes, documenting test results, and handling equipment properly in a controlled classroom setting.
Do I need certification to work as an ECG/EKG Technician?
Certification is not required to work as an ECG/EKG Technician, but Career Options, Inc. (COI) encourages graduates to obtain national certification through the National Health Career Association (NHA). Certification can lead to more job opportunities and higher pay.
What are the career opportunities after completing the ECG/EKG Technician program?
Graduates of the ECG/EKG Technician program can find employment in hospitals, clinics, diagnostic centers, and physicians’ offices, assisting in heart health diagnostics and patient care.

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