EKG Technician

Overview

Working in doctor’s offices, clinics, or hospitals, EKG technicians administer tests to record and analyze electrical impulses transmitted by the heart. EKG technicians can earn as much as $52,000 once entering the workforce. Topics covered in our classes include anatomy and physiology of the heart, mechanics of the EKG machine, stress testing, and Holter monitoring.

Medical Terminology is a prerequisite of this program.

How to Enroll

To pursue this certificate, please click on the courses below to see availability. You can register for courses online, and you do not have to apply to the college!

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Sample Program Plan and Costs

Class Delivery Methods

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On-Campus Traditional. Classes meet on campus.
Virtual 100% online. Meets with a live instructor and classmates on specific days, at specific times. Uses web conferencing software, like Zoom.
Hybrid Some classes on campus. Some classes online or virtual.
Online 100% online. Due dates for projects and assignments. Self-paced work on your time.
CEUs Class Hours Course Title Cost
4.80 48

Medical Terminology

Students will learn medical terminology by analyzing the prefix, suffix, word roots, and combinations used in medical terms. This course is a prerequisite for other courses and medical certificate programs. This course may be used for exemption of AHS 102.

Classroom, Online

ID: CEMPR-524

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No sections currently available. For information on Training classes, contact our Corporate and Continuing Education Department (CCE) at 803.732.0432 or cce@midlandstech.edu.
 $699.00
16.50 165

EKG Technician

The ability to read and recognize heart rhythms is the main function of the cardiac care technician. Students will receive hands-on experience in interpreting heart rhythms and arrhythmias. Topics also include anatomy and physiology of the heart, mechanics of the EKG machine, stress testing, and Holter monitoring. The course consists of 75 classroom hours and 45 lab hours. Clinical hours will vary.

Classroom

ID: CEMED-658

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No sections currently available. For information on Training classes, contact our Corporate and Continuing Education Department (CCE) at 803.732.0432 or cce@midlandstech.edu.
 $1,595.00
 
Estimated Cost
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$2,294.00
Not including fees and equipment

Careers

EKG Technician

The EKG technician performs diagnostic tests to aid doctors in identifying and treating cardiovascular problems in patients. These tests help detect irregularities that may result in a heart attack or heart disease. Monitor patients' blood pressure and heart rate using electrocardiogram (EKG) equipment during diagnostic or therapeutic procedures to notify the physician if something appears wrong.

Average Annual Salary

$59,726
According to EMSI data as of 2022

Where Can I Work?

  • Hospitals
  • Medical Clinics

What’s next after I complete this program?

Enter the Workforce

Students will receive the hands-on experience needed to start a career as a Cardiac Care Technician. Earning an average $25,000 a year, technicians read and interpret heart rhythms and arrhythmias in hospitals and other clinical settings.

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What's the Difference?
Academic programs count as academic credit for a certificate, diploma or degree and may transfer toward future academic endeavors at four-year colleges and universities.
Training programs can be completed in a matter of weeks or months, are focused on career training, and provide credentials and certificates needed in the specific fields of study. Coursework does not transfer.
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