EKG technicians work in physician’s offices, hospitals, clinics, and other healthcare facilities and organizations. The demand for this role is increasing nationally, and all you need is a certificate to start an entry-level job. You can begin working in as little as 2 months!
Course length
2-4 months
Weekly time commitment
15-20 hours
Certifications
In our EKG Technician Certificate Program, you’ll learn medical terminology and disease processes that affect the heart and patient’s health. By the end of the course, you’ll be able to explain procedures to patients, monitor blood pressure, properly position patients for an EKG scan, apply Holter monitors and assist cardiologists with stress testing. This EKG Technician Program is ideal for someone interested in an entry-level career in healthcare and is often used as the first step toward obtaining advanced certifications like Clinical Medical Assistant, Phlebotomy Technician and Patient Care Technician.
The 2-4 month online EKG Technician Certification Program at Greensboro College will prepare you for certification through the National Healthcareer Association (NHA) as a Certified EKG Technician (CET).
EKG Technicians in North Carolina earn an average salary of $60,300 per year.
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics
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Cardiovascular Technician
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EKG Technician
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ECG Technician
We believe higher education should be accessible to everyone. You can choose to pay in full or enroll in a convenient payment plan. Connect with an admissions counselor to explore the payment options available to you.
Total cost of program
$2,000*
*Payment Plan Details: Enrollment requires a minimum deposit of $500. Installment payments will begin 30 days after the course start date.