The EKG Aide Program prepares students to operate specialized imaging equipment to create images or conduct tests that help monitor and evaluate heart function. Students gain the technical skills and patient care knowledge needed to assist healthcare professionals in diagnosing and treating cardiovascular conditions.
This program provides hands-on training and classroom instruction to develop confidence, professionalism, and accuracy in a clinical setting.
What You’ll Learn:
- Communication and interpersonal skills for patient interaction
- Overview of human anatomy and physiology with a focus on cardiac and vascular systems
- Medical terminology and transcription
- Patient care techniques and safety procedures
- Use and maintenance of medical instruments and monitoring equipment
- Understanding cardiovascular drugs and their effects
- Interpretation of EKG monitoring and testing results
- Medical ethics, cardiac wellness, and rehabilitation
- CPR and Basic Life Support (BLS)
- Employability and workplace readiness skills
Total Program
Students can earn a certificate after completing the following courses:
Basic Healthcare Worker
EKG Aide
The total length of the program is 165 hours, although some Adult Education Centers may not offer all components.
Full completion may be achieved at a Technical College.
Career Opportunities:
Graduates may find employment as:
- Cardiovascular Aide
Employment Outlook:
Employment of EKG Aides is projected to grow 9% from 2018 to 2028, faster than the average for most occupations.