EKG Technician Certification

EKG Monitor Technician: Become Certified in 4 weeks!

EKG Monitor Technician

Course Description:

Embark on a fulfilling career in healthcare with our comprehensive Online EKG Technician Course! This 36-hour, self-paced program, delivered over four weeks, equips you with the essential knowledge and skills to become a proficient EKG technician.

Cost: $850 (CPR/ BLS certification and Study Guide included)

Deposit: $150

Flexible Payment Plans Available

Course Highlights:

Flexible Learning: Study from the comfort of your home via Zoom
Hands-On Experience: Gain practical skills through a mandatory in-person session where you'll perform EKGs and practice essential techniques.
Hybrid Format: Combines the convenience of online learning with the benefits of in-person instruction.

Upon Completion:

Certificate of Completion
CPR certification card
Eligibility to sit for the National Healthcareer Association (NHA) Certified EKG Technician (CET) exam.

Note: Textbook and calipers are not included in the tuition cost. Students must purchase these materials prior to the start of the course.

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We are an APPROVED NHA testing location for EKG Technician students to complete the national certification exam onsite.

What does an EKG technician do?

Other duties include:

Execute EKG services according to the hospital’s procedures.
Maintain EKG equipment and any required inventory needed to run tests.
Perform related administrative tasks including recording results, filing and data entry.
Attend additional training programs as required by the healthcare
system, including safety procedures.
Perform and schedule EKG tests.

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Average Salary

EKG technician salaries vary based on education, experience, and location, with typical wages ranging from $23.00 to $32.00 per hour in the United States. Many technicians work either part-time or full-time depending on healthcare facility needs. The demand for allied health professionals continues to grow, with over 750,000 certifications awarded by the National Healthcareer Association (NHA). Employment for cardiovascular technologists and technicians is projected to grow significantly—faster than average—with a median annual salary of approximately $54,880. Certified EKG technicians, particularly those with multiple certifications, are expected to have the strongest job opportunities in the healthcare field.

Reference (APA):
U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics. (2024). Cardiovascular technologists and technicians. https://www.bls.gov/

Education

To become an EKG technician, you need a high school diploma or General Education Diploma (GED). Although certification and higher education are not legally required, most employers prefer job candidates to at least be certified and may not hire technicians without it. Certification can be obtained by the NHA (National Healthcareer Association) or NCCT (National Center for competency Testing)

EKG technician work environment

EKG technicians usually work within a hospital environment, but some might also work in a specialty long-term care facility or a private practice. They are typically stationed in a separate room with the EKG equipment but will have interaction with patients, doctors and nursing staff throughout the day.