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Pending professional review: this program and its curriculum has not yet been verified by a licensed clinician in the field. Study draft only.
EKG Technician
4 mo full-time · 472 clock hours. VTW-PROGRAMS-BLS-V1 #9775 (Dr. F 2026-09-25: build missing programs, tie to BLS). Exam fee is an estimate - verify with the certifying body before print.
Core curriculum
Cardiac anatomy and physiology12-lead EKG acquisitionrhythm recognitionHolter, event and stress-test monitoring. Practicum logs 10+ EKGs on live patients (NHA CET eligibility).
Course & assessment plan
7 courses · 472 clock hours · tuition $4,737 FREE* (exam and licensing fees separate; see tuition). Universal core → one competency course per curriculum area → capstone → externship/clinical → exam prep. Open the full plan with every assessment.
Certification & licensure
| Credential | Type | Issuing body |
|---|---|---|
| Certified EKG Technician | Industry certification | National Healthcareer Association |
Career poster
Pay, jobs and growth on the poster come from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (2025 data). Tuition terms are the live offer; see tuition.
Universal core (all programs)
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Stackable pathways
Allied Health: Medical Billing & Coding → Medical Assisting → Pharmacy Technician → Practical Nursing (LPN) → Phlebotomy Technician → EKG Technician
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