EKG Technician

Quick Course Facts

• Number of courses: 1 (delivered face-to-face)
• Financial aid: Tuition Assistance
• Campus: Trinity River
• Certificate: National Association for Health Professionals (NAHP) EKG Technician
• CEUs: 6.4

Program Description

You will learn basic cardiovascular anatomy and physiology as it relates to:

• Electrocardiography
• Technical aspects of the electrocardiogram (EKG)
• Interpretations of rhythm strips
• Medical terminology
• The role of the EKG Technician

After successfully completing this course, you will be eligible to take a National Certification exam for EKG Technician.

Eligibility Requirements & Prerequisites

You must:

• Be 18 years old
• Provide copy of high school diploma or GED certificate
• Bring your:
  • Photo ID in the form of a driver's license, U.S. passport, or military ID
  • Social Security card
• Pass the Test of Adult Basic Education (TABE), if applicable
  • Find out how to take the TABE at TCC
• Have current Basic Life Support (BLS) health care provider CPR card from the American Heart Association
• Pass a criminal background check

Credentials in Detail

After completing this course, you will receive an Institutional Award and will be qualified to take a national certification exam.  

You will receive 6.4 CEUs.

Course You Will Take

• ECRD–1011 Electrocardiography

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How to Apply

Fall 2022 Classes

• Dates: Tuesday, September 6—Thursday, October 13
  • Classes meet Monday, Wednesday, and Friday
• Times:
  • Morning class: 8—11:30 a.m. or
  • Evening class: 6—9:30 p.m.

Follow These Steps to Apply

1. Read the application instructions
   • 2022–2023 EKG Technician Program Information Packet (PDF)Listen
2. Complete the online application
   • EKG Technician Program Application
     • You must  be logged in to your TCC email account to access the application.
3. Register for class
   • Once you have been accepted, you may register for EKG Technician courses, which are available on a first-come, first-served basis.

Additional Accommodations

If you need to request accommodations, please call us at 817-515-1484.

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Updated July 27, 2022