Electrocardiograph Aide
This program prepares students for employment as an Electrocardiograph Aide (EKG Technician) in hospitals, out-patients centers, clinics, diagnostic labs, medical centers and other medical facilities. An Electrocardiograph Aide (EKG Technician) prepare the area for testing, instructing patients, positioning of leads and the use of gels and other substances, and supplies utilized in the testing procedures. The students will learn the composition of the heart, its blood flow, layers of the heart, cardiac muscle, heart valves, cardiac cycles, heart rate, the pathology of diseases, law and ethics, critical policies and procedures including universal precautions, infection control, OSHA and CLIA guidelines and how they apply to the Electrocardiograph Aide’s duties and responsibilities. Students of the Electrocardiograph Aide program must complete the Health Science Core Module in conjunction with the Electrocardiograph Aide program.
This program mainly associates with laboratory demonstrations, this program will train you in the following area(s):
Safe and Efficient work practices
Legal and Ethical responsibilities
Safety and Supplies relevant to the function of an Electrocardiograph Aide
Techniques in using and maintenance of Electrocardiography instruments
Career Opportunities:
Hospitals
Doctor’s Offices
Clinics
Length:
165 clock hours
Approximately 3 weeks – full time
Requirements:
Applicant must be 18 years old or older
A high school diploma or GED certificate
(If you do not have one of the above, you will be require to take the TABE test $25)
Social Security Card
FL driver license or any valid Florida ID card
$100 registration fee
Deposit/full payment or arrangement for payments
Financial Assistance:
Weekly, Bi-weekly & Monthly payment plans
Call the Administrative Offices for detailed information at (239) 939-1992
This program mainly associates with laboratory demonstrations, this program will train you in the following area(s):
Safe and Efficient work practices
Legal and Ethical responsibilities
Safety and Supplies relevant to the function of an Electrocardiograph Aide
Techniques in using and maintenance of Electrocardiography instruments
Career Opportunities:
Hospitals
Doctor’s Offices
Clinics
Length:
165 clock hours
Approximately 3 weeks – full time
Requirements:
Applicant must be 18 years old or older
A high school diploma or GED certificate
(If you do not have one of the above, you will be require to take the TABE test $25)
Social Security Card
FL driver license or any valid Florida ID card
$100 registration fee
Deposit/full payment or arrangement for payments
Financial Assistance:
Weekly, Bi-weekly & Monthly payment plans
Call the Administrative Offices for detailed information at (239) 939-1992
