Credential(s) Offered
IHE Certificate of Completion
Method of Delivery
In Person
When offered
Evening Hours
Instructional Program (CIP)
Description
This comprehensive program teaches not only the basics of applying electrodes and operating the ECG machine but also how to read and interpret ECGs and differentiate cardiac rhythms. This program consists of two parts: Part I includes over 50 hours of didactic and practical training on the JCCC campus, and Part II consists of an externship at a local hospital facility where students complete a minimum of 10 ECGs on live individuals, which is required to sit for the Certified EKG Technician (CET) exam from the National Healthcareer Association (NHA). The externship is usually completed in one, 6-hour shift, but can take 1-3 shifts to complete. Completion of both Part I and Part II is mandatory for successful completion of this program.
To be successful in this course students must be able to communicate effectively in English (spoken and written) to support safe patient care during labs and the externship/clinical experience, including reading program materials, following instructions, and completing clinical documentation.
Learning Outcomes Include:
- This ECG Technician Certification Program prepares students to work as ECG Technicians and to sit for the Certified EKG Technician (CET) exam from the National Healthcareer Association (NHA).
- Students will learn how the heart works, including basic anatomy and physiology. The course also covers common heart conditions, medical terms, medical ethics, and legal guidelines for patient care.
- Students will learn to read and interpret ECGs and differentiate cardiac rhythms.
- Students will learn how to perform electrocardiograms (EKGs) and assist with stress testing. Hands-on labs are included. Students will practice using EKG machines, learn proper lead placement, and understand chest anatomy for accurate 12-lead EKGs.
Details
Program Length (Weeks)
6
Hours
57
Entrance Requirements
High School Diploma or Equivalent
School
Johnson County Community College-Continuing Education
WIOA Approved Program
Yes
Curriculum Competency Based
No
Training Location(s)
Johnson County Community College OHEC - 21201 W 152nd St, Olathe, KS 66061 Main Campus - 12345 College Blvd., RC159, Overland Park, Kansas
Local WIB
3 - Workforce Partnership
Type of Attainment:
Certificate
Name of Credential
Certificate
Type of financial aid offered or have access to
WIOA
Refund Policy
Is the proposed curriculum currently certified by an accrediting agency or similar national standardization program?
Yes - Kansas Board of Regents
Is this proposed curriculum considered a nontraditional program of training services for women?
No
Is this proposed curriculum considered a nontraditional program of training services for men?
No
Cost Items
Testing/Exam Fees
$135.00 National Healthcareer Association (NHA)Certified EKG Technician (CET) National Certification Exam
In-State Tuition
$1,049.00
Other Fees
$375.00 Physical exam, immunizations/vaccinations, flu shot, Basic Life Support (BLS) certification, background check, drug screen, Ishihara (color blind) test, uniforms/scrubs, NHA EKG Technician - CET National Certification Exam
Out-of-State Tuition
$1,049.00
Supplies/Materials/Hand Tools (not included in tuition)
$220.00 Basic Life Support training, scrubs, physical, and vaccinations, and NationalHealthcareer Association (NHA) national certification exam
Total In-State Program Cost
$1,779.00
Total Out-of-State Program Cost
$1,779.00
