Certified EKG Technician (Voucher Included)

William Paterson University

In-Demand in New Jersey

This training may be eligible for funding from your One-Stop Career Center.

DescriptionAbout this Learning Opportunity

Electrocardiography (EKG) technicians are vital members of any healthcare team. If you want to join the booming healthcare industry as an Electrocardiogram tech, this in-depth Electrocardiogram technician certification course will train you on key concepts and prepare you for career success. You will learn to apply, monitor, and measure electrocardiography tests in a flexible, online learning environment. As you progress through this Electrocardiogram technician course, you will gain the knowledge and skills needed to earn a nationally recognized Electrocardiogram technician certification, which includes measuring basic vital signs, performing rapid response procedures, operating an Electrocardiogram machine, and identifying rhythms. As you prepare for your Electrocardiogram technician certification, you will get solid introduction to key medical terminology, including the musculoskeletal, cardiovascular, lymphatic, immune systems, and other important health systems you will need to know as an Electrocardiogram technician. Students with prior knowledge can optionally test out by achieving a minimum score of 80%, replacing course content if desired. It is important to understand that this course feature only applies to the online Medical Terminology course. Upon completion of this Electrocardiogram technician course, you will be prepared to take the Certified Electrocardiogram Technician (CET), provided by the National Healthcareer Association (NHA). You will also receive a voucher for the Certified Electrocardiogram Technician (CET) certification exam. The voucher is prepaid access to sit for the certifying exam upon eligibility.

Quick FactsDetails about this Learning Opportunity

Prerequisites:High School Diploma or GEDCompletion Time:3-5 monthsTotal Hours:
260 hours

CostDetailed cost breakdown of the Learning Opportunity

Total Cost$2,634
Tuition$2,634
Fees$0
Books & Materials$0
Supplies & Tools$0
Other$0

Location and Contact DetailsGeographic and contact information for this Learning Opportunity

William Paterson University

1600 Valley Road
College of Adult and Professional Studies
Wayne, NJ 07470

Kevin Goskowski
Director, Professional Certificates and Training
(973) 720-2732

http://www.wpunj.edu/cpe/

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Support ServicesSupport services provided for the Learning Opportunity

Offers evening courses
Wheelchair accessible
Job placement assistance
Childcare assistance

Offerings subject to change – contact the provider to verify these services are still available

How to get fundingYou may be eligible for funding for certain training opportunities

New Jersey residents who meet eligibility criteria can receive funding to train for the following in-demand occupations: In-Demand Occupations List For more details about tuition assistance and to apply, visit the

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