Electrocardiogram (EKG) technicians are allied health professionals that measure the natural electrical activity of a patient’s heart using specialized equipment. They play an important role in the healthcare industry—physicians and other healthcare providers use the information they collect to understand a patient’s cardiac health and make diagnoses and treatment plans as needed. EKG technicians may also be referred to as ECG technicians.
Financial Aid Eligible: No
Student Organization: Health Occupations Students of America (HOSA)
Tuition, Fees and Cost of Living:
Available to view on the Financial Aid & Tuition page
Salary Range: $8.62/hour
Helpful Attributes and Abilities:
- Reading and math skills at the 10th grade level or above
- A positive attitude
- A general interest in health careers
- Good communication skills
- The ability to relate to people in a caring, empathetic manner
- Good eye-hand coordination
- Good physical and mental health
- Dependability
- Ability to work effectively with a wide variety of personality types
Career Opportunities May Include: Electrocardiogram (EKG) technician
Certifications/Credentials: Students are eligible to test for the following certifications: National Health Science Assessment, National Registry of Emergency Medical Technicians, CPR, First Aid and WorkKeys Certifications.
Accreditations: NWTC is accredited by the Oklahoma State Department of Education, The Oklahoma Department of Career and Technology Education.
Cluster: Health Science
CIP Code: 51.0902 – Electrocardiograph Technology/Technician
SOC Code: 29-2031.00 – Cardiovascular Technologists and Technicians
Fairview Instructor: Debra Button