FAQs: EKG Technician Online Certification Training
An EKG technician operates electrocardiograph machines to perform tests that help diagnose and treat cardiovascular conditions in patients. They may also specialize in areas like cardiac catheterization or Holter monitoring with additional training. Effective EKG technicians combine technical skills with the ability to reassure and support apprehensive patients during the testing process.
The job outlook for EKG technicians is quite positive. According to data from the Bureau of Labor Statistics, employment for cardiovascular technologists and technicians, including EKG technicians, is expected to grow by 22% in 2024. This rate of growth is much faster than the average for all occupations.
The average starting salary for EKG Technicians is $33,500. Salaries can vary based on location, experience, and the specific setting in which they work.
To become an EKG Technician, you need a high school diploma or equivalent and to complete a specialized training program through an institution such as MedCerts, pass the CET exam offered by the National Healthcare Association (NHA), and complete a minimum of 10 EKGs on a live person, which must be completed within 90 days of passing the CET exam.
In the online EKG Technician certification training program, you will learn:
- Emphasizing effective communication and bedside manner.
- Soft Skill Expectations of an Allied Healthcare Professional
- Performance of Electrocardiograms
- Application of Holter Monitors
- Assistance with Stress Testing
- Patient Care and Monitoring Related to Arrhythmias
- Medical Terminology, Disease Processes, Anatomy and Physiology
To enroll in the MedCerts EKG Technician program, you will need a high school diploma or GED, a web browser with internet connection and course registration & payment.
The cost of the program is $2,200. The cost includes all of your materials and certification exam fees for the CET examinations.
MedCerts offers various payment options, in order to make education accessible for all. These including monthly payments as low as $173 or the option to utilize government grant funding.
While MedCerts does not offer financial aid, students may be eligible for options through government grant-funded programs like:
The total duration of MedCerts’ EKG program is 12 weeks if completing 15-20 hours of coursework per week.
MedCerts’ certification programs are fully online and designed for remote learning, allowing students to progress at their own pace. The instructional design incorporates interactive elements, simulations and expert instruction.
Required courses for this program include Professionalism in Allied Health, Introduction to Human Anatomy and Medical Terminology and Electrocardiography.
Yes, the program includes a strategic exam preparation process and dedicated Student Success Advisors to provide tailored support based on performance.
The program includes expert-led video training, eBooks and competency assessments. MedCerts-covered materials also include exam fee coverage. Students get access to additional services like dedicated advisors and tailored support as well.
Some MedCerts programs are restricted in certain states or regions. Please review our State Restriction page to view what restrictions there may be in your state/region or residence of employment and ensure you are eligible for enrollment.
Upon completion of this program, students wishing to sit for the Certified EKG Technician exam will be required to complete a minimum of 10 EKGs on a live person. Certifications are issued once the exam(s)have been passed and clinical requirements are met.
We’re not institutionally accredited as a training provider, but the certification you’ll earn in this program is accredited through the exam-issuing authority, the National Healthcareer Association. So while our school itself doesn’t hold accreditation, you’ll earn an accredited certification upon passing your national exam.
