EKG Technician
THE STATS
$53K
Average EKG Tech Salary
100+
2026 Job Openings in NH
25%
Potential Pay Increase with Certification
30%
Potential Pay Increase over LNA
100%
Pass Rate
TESTIMONIALS
My instructor is excellent! She explains things thoroughly, is patient and calm, and always takes time to answer questions. She’s a great model relative to dealing with residents and staff. I can’t believe how much I have learned!
August 2022 EKG Graduate
Train to Become an EKG Technician
Electrocardiograph (EKG) technicians administer tests to determine patients’ cardiovascular health. They are medical practitioners who perform diagnostic tests, monitor blood pressure, and collect medical data.
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What Does an EKG Technician Do?
- Perform cardiovascular tests on patients
- Keep patients informed about every step of the procedure
- Identify various heart conditions
- Monitor patient blood pressure
- Collect cardiovascular data for doctors’ analysis
- Work alongside doctors and nurses
- Set up EKG components for accurate readings
- Ensure patient safety and comfort
- Maintain hospital safety standards
- Monitor EKG equipment and report any malfunctions
Program Overview
- Part 1: Online Theory
- Use our online learning platform to work through the program curriculum and course materials at your own pace.
- Part 2: In-Person Skills Lab
- After completing the online theory portion of the program, students will schedule an in-person skill demonstration hosted at our Manchester campus.
- Students perform 10 live EKGs on volunteers who they invite to accompany them to class.
Admission Requirements
- High school diploma or GED
- Active health insurance plan and card
- Proficiency in English and basic math skills as determined by our pre-entrance exam; 80% or higher required to pass
Previous LNA or Phlebotomy course is strongly recommended. - Internet-connected device to access course materials, including recorded lectures and skills videos
Tuition and Fees
- Tuition: $750
- Registration Fee: $450
- Supplies Fee: $250
- Criminal Record Check Fee: $25
- Liability Insurance Fee: $25
- TOTAL: $1,510
Certification
Upon successfully completing the EKG Technician Course, students will receive a certificate of completion and be eligible to sit for the National Certification Exam from the National Healthcareer Association. Interested students must register for the exam with the Program Director through the Admission team.
The cost of the National Exam is $130.