Electrocardiography Technician
  • Type Certification
  • Level Foundational
  • Time Weeks
  • Cost Paid

Electrocardiography Technician

Issued by SUNY Erie Community College

This course prepares students to enter the healthcare industry as a registered ECG technician and participate in a nationally recognized certification exam. Students learn basic operation and performance for conducting the ECG procedure, recognize common dysrhythmias and the significance of waveforms produced by a 12-lead ECG. Students also learn related terminology and the anatomy and physiology of the circulatory system.

  • Type Certification
  • Level Foundational
  • Time Weeks
  • Cost Paid

Skills

Earning Criteria

  • Identify the function of electrocardiography (ECG) in the healthcare setting.
  • Demonstrate competency in OSHA Regulations and HIPAA Compliance.
  • Demonstrate proper procedure for recording and printing a standard 12-lead electrocardiogram (ECG).
  • Identify the role of the ECG Technician in assisting with ECG assessment and interpretation.
  • Identify quality assurance practices and liability risk management as they apply to healthcare.
  • Apply the skills required to project an image of professionalism to include appearance, conduct, punctuality, competency, and continuing education.
  • Successfully complete nationally recognized electrocardiography technician certification exams.

Standards

Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs (CAAHEP)
Assessments map to the cognitive objectives, psychomotor competencies and affective behaviors as identified by the CAAHEP Standards and Guidelines and Medical Assisting Education Review Board (MAERB) Core Curriculum Competency Requirements for Medical Assisting Educational Programs.