FF - EKG Technician with optional Life Support Class

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Take your healthcare career to the next level as a certified EKG Tech!  
LPNs, RNs, MAs, CCMAs, and EMTs, can all benefit from an EKG Tech credential. Gain the knowledge, skills, and hands-on clinical experience you need to take the nationally recognized Certified EKG Technician exam issued by the National Healthcareer Association (NHA) in just 7 weeks. According to NHA, the need for qualified EKG technicians continues to rise as the aging population in America grows (and with it, the prevalence of heart-related conditions). 
                                                                                              
LEARN THE SKILLS:
•    Set up and administer EKGs and stress tests
•    Prepare patients for Holter or ambulatory monitoring
•    Identify and differentiate between various cardiac dysrhythmias
•    Learn legal and ethical considerations in EKG
•    Recognize and respond to cardiac emergencies

CERTIFICATION:
Students will be prepared to sit for the EKG Technician (CET) exam through the National Healthcareer Association (NHA).

TUITION INCLUDES:
•    NHA online practice exams, online study guide, and fee for the exam.

STUDENTS ARE RESPONSIBLE FOR:
•    Have access to a computer with the ability to use it at an adequate level for creation, communication and collaboration
•    Transportation to campus for in-person instruction.

REQUIREMENTS FOR THIS COURSE:
Attend REQUIRED Healthcare Certification Orientation: January 20^th 9am-11am
Required Healthcare Program Pre-Orientation Checklist
Attending this mandatory pre-orientation session is your first official step into your healthcare training. Designed as an informational launchpad, this session walks you through core curriculum expectations, mandatory enrollment requirements, and clinical compliance protocols before classes begin.

Why Attendance Is Required
Healthcare programs carry strict regulatory, academic, and clinical compliance requirements. This orientation gives you a complete, transparent look at the commitment involved before official coursework begins.
 

• No-Penalty Withdrawal: If you decide the schedule, clinical demands, or program requirements aren't the right fit for you right now, you can drop the course prior to the official start date without any financial or academic penalty.
• Compliance Overview: You will learn about the mandatory background check and drug screening procedures required for the program, including timeline expectations, costs, and policy details. Note: You will not be signing up or completing any screenings during this session; this is strictly an informational overview so you know what is entailed.
• Program Alignment: Ensure your personal schedule, transportation, and career goals line up with the clinical and classroom requirements.

What We Will Cover
 

Category	Topics Covered	Action Items Provided
Coursework & Expectations	Schedule, attendance policies, grading scales, and clinical hour requirements	Syllabus overview & supply list
Clinical Compliance Info	Overview of background checks, drug screenings, immunizations, and required timelines	Policy breakdown & future steps guide
Program Q&A	Faculty introductions, career pathways, and student support services	Open Q&A session

Important Reminders & Next Steps

1. Mark Your Calendar: Check your student portal or email for your assigned orientation date, time, and campus location/link.
2. Bring Questions: Review your program overview beforehand so you are ready to ask about schedules, tuition, or clinical placement expectations.
3. Confirm Attendance: Be prepared to check in upon arrival, as attendance is logged to maintain your enrollment status.

•    Must possess a standard high school diploma or GED/high school equivalency.
•    Complete interest form: Interest Form
•    Review Essential Functions for this course: EKG Technician Technical Standards