EKG Technician 1a: Introduction; 1b: Analysis and Response

Our hearts are essential to our survival. And EKG technicians play an important role in administering tests and evaluating data given by the electrocardiogram (EKG) to treat patients effectively.

In Semester a, you will explore the cardiovascular system and its anatomy, and its role in our body, health, and lives. If you’re a people person and want to work in healthcare, build the knowledge and skill base to prepare you for a cardiovascular career.

Does the thought of becoming an EKG Technician still make your heart skip a beat? Continue your journey in Semester b, through the peaks and valleys of EKG waves and really dig into the details of the cardiac code to fulfill your ultimate goal: saving lives!  This course will prepare you to interpret different EKG waves, how to spot wave abnormalities, how to differentiate between different disorders, and how to treat those disorders. Let’s get ready to continue your adventure into the world of cardiology and a possible career as a EKG Technician!