ÂþÂþߣ

Become a Certified EKG Technician

Electrocardiography (EKG) technicians are vital members of any healthcare team. If you want to join the booming healthcare industry as an EKG tech, this course will train you to apply, monitor, and measure electrocardiography tests in a flexible, online learning environment. Upon completion of this course, you will be prepared to take the Certified EKG Technician (CET) exam offered by the National Healthcareer Association (NHA). 

Course Objectives

• Learn medical terminology, including the structures and functions of the human body
• Understand what an EKG technician does and how to perform on the job
• Work with doctors, nurses, and other professionals to provide essential healthcare
• Become eligible to sit for the Certified EKG Technician (CET) certification exam through the National Healthcareer Association (NHA)
• Receive job assistance from our Clinical Experience Coordinator and access to our Clinical Experience Guide

Prerequisites and Requirements

To take this online course, you should have one of the following: High School Diploma, GED or equivalent, entrance test, or previous healthcare experience. To qualify for the certification exam, a High School Diploma or equivalent is required. Please check with your state for any specific requirements they might have before registering.

Curriculum

1. Medical Terminology
   1. Introduction to Medical Terminology
   2. The Musculoskeletal System
   3. The Cardiovascular System
   4. The Lymphatic and Immune Systems
   5. The Respiratory System
   6. The Digestive System
   7. The Urinary System
   8. The Nervous System
   9. The Special Senses: The Eyes and Ears
   10. The Integumentary System
   11. The Endocrine System
   12. The Reproductive System
   13. Diagnostic Procedures, Nuclear Medicine, Pharmacology
2. EKG Technician
   
   1. Introduction: EKG Technician
   2. Ethics, Compliance, and Communication
   3. Safety and Patient Care
   4. Patient Vital Signs
   5. Electronic Medical Records
   6. Human Anatomy and Physiology of the Cardiovascular System
   7. EKG Equipment Settings and Supplies; Maintenance and Disinfection
   8. Patient Preparation and Positioning
   9. Lead Placement and Artifacts
   10. Monitoring Patient Condition, Adverse Reactions, and Emergencies
   11. Fundamentals of EKG Analysis: EKG Tracing and Waveforms
   12. Waveform Symmetry, Direction and Amplitude
   13. EKG Analysis: Heart Rate Calculation
   14. EKG Analysis: Determining the Heart Rhythm
   15. Heart Electrical Physiology 
   16. EKG Interpretation: Sinus and Atrial Arrhythmias 
   17. Junctional and Ventricular Arrhythmias, Heart Blocks
   18. EKG Interpretation: Pacemakers 
   19. EKG Interpretation: Cardiac Emergencies 
   20. The Way Forward: NHA Test Preparation and Career Path 

Instructors

Carline Dalgleish

Carline Dalgleish has worked in medical office administration for over 30 years. She holds a bachelor's degree in Business Information Systems, a master's degree in Leadership, and a post-baccalaureate certificate in Health Information Management. She is a Registered Health Information Administrator, and an AHIMA Approved ICD-10-CM/PCS Trainer. Dalgleish is the author of an ICD-10 coding system and owns her own consulting firm, AnnGrant Educational Services.

Sharon L. Blackford

Sharon L. Blackford, MA, BA, RMA, has over 30 years of experience in the medical field. She has a master's degree in Organizational Management, and a bachelor's degree in Business Management and has served as a Registered Medical Assistant since 1994. Sharon was an active-duty Clinical Specialist in the U.S. Army for 10 years. Sharon later moved to the Gulf Coast to accept a position as the Director of Education of Blue Cliff College and was promoted to Campus Director.

Stacey O'Brien

Stacey O'Brien has more than 10 years of experience in medical coding and reimbursement. Ms. O'Brien has been a risk adjustment coder for a Medicare advantage plan, audited medical records for a consulting firm, and currently supervises the coding and electronic claims submission process for a group medical practice. She has a bachelor's degree from the University of Pittsburgh and a CPC coding certification from the AAPC.

Alexis M. Ramirez 

Alexis M Ramirez, DNP, MSN, NPD-BC, CCRN has worked as a Registered Nurse (RN) for many years in cardiovascular critical care as well as taught in the acute care and academic settings. In addition to serving the community through care delivery, she has trained Patient Care Assistants, Monitor Technicians, Licensed Vocational Nurses, and Registered Nurses throughout her career. 

Dr. Ramirez completed her Doctorate in Nursing Practice from California State University, Fresno in 2021. She completed her master's in nursing education from Chamberlain College of Nursing in 2014. She is board certified in Nursing Professional Development and as a Critical Care Nurse. 

Registration and Enrollment

This course is open enrollment. You can enroll and begin any time.