EKG Tech
EKG Technician
60 Hours / Access Length: 12 Months / Delivery: Online, Self-Paced
Course Overview:
The course will combine theory and practice to provide instruction in all aspects of EKG technology and patient care. Students will learn about the anatomy and physiology of the cardiovascular system, appropriate patient care, and how to properly conduct an electrocardiogram (ECG). The course will also provide students knowledge as to how to diagnose different rhythms discovered through ECG tests. Additional topics that students will learn about is the use of pacemakers as well as ECG cardiogram artifacts and the 12-leag ECG and acute myocardial infarction. Upon completing this course, students will have gained knowledge and confidence to be able to move one step closer to take the AMCA EKG Technician Certification (ETC) national certification exam.
Students will:
- Review the anatomy of the heart and cardiovascular system.
- Demonstrate proper placement and set up of the EKG.
- Demonstrate how to prepare a patient for EKG testing.
- Demonstrate proficiency in the use of EKG technology.
- Demonstrate proficiency in the recording of EKG wave patterns and correct usage of EKG equipment.
- Accurately calculate heart rate and identify the differences between types of rhythm regularity.
- Accurately interpret rhythm strips.
- Describe the relationship between EKG and Myocardial Infraction.
- Perform the proper procedures for applying a Holter monitor.
- Recognize commonly used cardiac medications in relation to their effects on heart rate and their correlation to arrhythmias.
This course prepares students to take the AMCA EKG Technician Certification (ETC) national certification exam.
AMCA recommends a minimum of 10 successful EKG’s. The laws and regulations pertaining to minimum requirements and the allied health industry vary by state. It is highly recommended that test candidates familiarize themselves with their particular states rules and regulations regarding certification requirements