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Electrocardiography (EKG) Technician

Program Type: Hybrid
Program Level: Continuing Education
Department: Continuing Education
Institute: Health & Biosciences
College: SPC
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What is the Electrocardiography (EKG) Technician program?

Prepare for the Certified EKG Technician (CET). Students will learn to operate as Certified Cardiographic Technicians. Cardiographic technicians are part of medical care teams that diagnose and/or treat patients with heart conditions and may perform electrocardiography (EKG) tests, create sonographic images, install catheters, help with surgery, assist physicians in diagnosis, and treatment. (Exam Voucher Included)

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**Student Background Disclaimer:

Many healthcare-related positions require applicants to undergo a criminal background fingerprint test and/or drug screening. A criminal history may prevent licensing, certification or employability.
As you are considering a CE program that requires a criminal background/fingerprint test and/or drug screening, are responsible:
  • For knowing whether if they are eligible for licensure or certification before committing to a CE program, and
  • Contacting the respective certification agency to find out if a conviction will prohibit them from being certified and able to work in the industry.
  • Contacting legal counsel to discuss an existing criminal background prior to applying to Alamo Colleges District Continuing Education for guidance.

Courses 

  • Medical Terminology - HPRS-2002
  • Electrocardiography - ECRD-1011
  • EKG Lab/Externship - ECRD-1091
  • EKG Certification Prep - ECRD-1091 

 

Program Information

Time Commitment

272 Contact Hours

8 Months

Certification

Certified EKG Technician (CET)

Career Outlook

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Program Requirements      CE Allied Health Requirements Checklist

Immunization Records: Varicella #1 and #2 Hepatitis B #1, #2, #3 MMR (Measles, Mumps, Rubella) Tdap (Tetanus, Diptheria, Pertussis) Tuberculosis (TB) Test Results; Background Check (completed at www.precheck.com)

Possess proficiency in English (reading, writing, and speaking skills)
You are at least eighteen (18) years of age

Have a high school diploma or GED

Must have access to computer/tablet and internet

Allied Health Requirement Checklist

 

Externship Requirements

  • Students who wish to secure their placement in the upcoming Electrocardiography (EKG) Technician program, must complete the list of immunizations and other requirements below, prior to attending the EKG Clinical Lab and Externship. Failure to complete the requirements listed will prevent students from participating in externships and earning their certification credentials.
    • Background Check Drug Screen CPR/BLS Tuberculosis (TB) Test Results (within 1 yr.) Flu Meningitis MMR (Measles, Mumps, Rubella) Hepatitis A 1st Hepatitis A 2nd Hepatitis B 1st Hepatitis B 2nd Hepatitis B 3rd Varicella 1st Varicella 2nd Tdap (Tetanus, Diphtheria, Pertussis) COVID (full vaccine & booster)

 

Tuition

$3,774
  
 
 
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Contact Information

CE Registration

Phone: 210-212-5266 (Option 4)
Email: dst-ceregister@alamo.edu
Campus: Alamo Colleges Center of Excellence for Student Success (ACCESS) Building

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