The electrocardiography technician program provides students with an introduction to the cardiovascular anatomy, relations of other body systems to heart health, legal and ethical consideration, patient assessment techniques, the process of how to administer and document ECG with proper lead placement, and basic interpretation of ECG tracings. This program will cover aspects of different types of cardiovascular testing such as Holter testing, stress testing, HIPAA requirements, how to document completed procedures, and how to instruct patients to seek medical attention when abnormal test results occur. Completion of this program will give students the ability to sit for the EKG certification exam.

Here are some of the key topics and skills the students will learn, as well as be expected to complete in their role as a Certified EKG Technician:

• Effectively communicate with staff and patients, using both verbal and non-verbal communication
• Assess the impact of OSHA and HIPAA in a medical office
• Describe the different medical specialties and outline the role and duties of other allied health professionals
• Demonstrate professional written and oral communication
• Understand the anatomy of the heart and cardiovascular system
• Use and effects of cardiovascular medications
• Perform electrocardiograms
• Interpret and understand heart rate, rhythms, and waveforms
• Recognize abnormal heart issues and when to direct patients to seek emergency care