EKG (Electrocardiograph) Technician

WEKG-001 EKG (Electrocardiograph) Technician

Hours: 80
Fee: $1,298 includes National Health Career Association exam
Instruction: In-person/Lecture

Program Description

Springfield Technical Community College’s Workforce Development Center is offering a 80-hour training for individuals currently licensed in various medical fields in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts to prepare and take the exam to become a Certified EKG Technician. 

This non-credit course is aimed to prepare an individual to perform EKG’s, prepare patients for stress testing, and proper application of Holter monitors. This is a national certification, and can be used anywhere in the United States. The CET certification can lead to additional employment opportunities in the healthcare field, and provide a foundation for any future training.

EKG Technician Responsibilities

Major duties and responsibilities of the EKG Technician include:

  • Correct identification of the patient before performing tests
  • Educate patients prior to collecting diagnostic data to determine heart function
  • Prepare and perform EKGs
  • Effective interaction with patients and other personnel in the workplace
  • Performance of computer operations and record-keeping related to EKG’s
  • Adherence to all OSHA safety regulations

Program Details

Prerequisites/Requirements

  • At least 18 years of age within three weeks of the class start date.
  • High School Diploma or completed HiSet (Formally known as G.E.D.)
  • English grammar, writing, and speaking skills equivalent to at least the 8th-grade level. 

Fee: $1,298 includes National Health Career Association exam

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Electrocardiography Book Cover

Electrocardiography: for Healthcare Professionals
ISBN: 978-0-07-802067-4

Refund Policy

Withdraw prior to the start of class* - 100% Refund
No Refunds will be given once class begins

In the absence of a written third party contractual agreement stating otherwise, all refunds will be issued to the student. Credit card payments will be refunded directly to the credit card if processed within thirty days of the payment.

Course Cancellation Policy

The STCC Workforce Training office reserves the right to cancel any course that does not meet minimum enrollment requirements.

Student Handbook Policies

As a participant in this program/course I understand that I am bound by all the rules, regulations, and policies of STCC as outlined in the Springfield Technical Community College Student Handbook.

Disability-Related Accommodations

In compliance with Springfield Technical Community College's policy and equal access laws, disability-related accommodations are available. Students who desire such accommodations should provide documentation of a disability to register with the Office of Disability Services (ODS). Proper registration will enable ODS counselors to verify the disability and determine reasonable academic accommodations

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For questions or interest in our current or future programs, please complete our Workforce Development Program Inquiry Form, and one of our Recruitment and Retention Specialists will contact you promptly. For all other questions, please use the contact below.

The STCC Workforce Development Center
Building 27, Second Floor

Enrollment Process

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  1. Review the Prerequisites/Requirements above.
  2. Click the Enroll Now button below.
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Enroll in Person

Go to Building 27, 2nd floor to register for the course or call (413) 755-4225.

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