THE NEXT ELECTROCARDIOGRAPHY (EKG) TECHNOLOGY CLASS WILL BEGIN ON JANUARY 5, 2015!
The Electrocardiography (EKG) Technology program is designed to successfully train students in becoming an Electrocardiograph (EKG) Technician, through a sequence of courses that provides rigorous and in-depth content relevant to the knowledge and skills needed to prepare students for employment in hospitals, physicians' offices, or private duty.
The content includes but is not limited to, communication and interpersonal skills, overview of human anatomy and physiology with emphasis on cardiac and vascular systems, medical terminology and transcription, patient care techniques, medical instrumentation, cardiovascular drugs, interpretation of monitoring and testing results, medical ethics, cardiac wellness and rehabilitation, safe and efficient work practices, CPR, Basic Life Support (BLS) and employability skills.
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Course Number
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Course Title
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Course Length
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| HSC0003 |
Basic Healthcare Worker |
90 Hours |
| MEA0540 |
EKG Aide |
75 Hours |
| MEA0541 |
EKG Technician |
300 Hours |
Entrance Requirements:
- Schedule to take the Test of Adult Basic Education (TABE) by visiting the Registration Office with $10 and a photo ID.
- Testing is offered on Tuesday at 8:00 am and 5:00 pm and Thursday at 8:00 am. You must register at least a day in advance.
- Schedule an appointment to receive your TABE results and to attend a Medical Technology Orientation
(by appointment only).
- You must complete a physical examination and immunization form, drug screening, and background check prior to entering this program.
- Schedule an interview appointment with your program counselor, once all requirements have been met, to receive an acceptance letter.
- Register for the next Electrocardiograph Technology program.
Total Program Length : 465 hours/5 months
Program Schedule:
Monday - Thursday, 4:00 pm - 10:30 pm
Contact Information:
Ms. Meghan Emerson, Counselor for Electrocardiograph Technology
754-321-5891 or 754-321-5744
[email protected]
Approximate Program Cost - Tuition and Fees (Book and Materials are Extra)*:
Florida Resident Tuition $1384.00
*Program fees are subject to change without notice. Florida residents must present two (2) types of ID as proof of residency.