EKG Technician (NHA CET)

An Electrocardiogram (EKG) Technician is a healthcare professional who measures and records the electrical activity of the heart through EKG testing in hospitals and clinical settings.
This program is designed with a focus on hands-on EKG procedures and NHA CET certification preparation.

* Certification Issuing Organization: National Healthcareer Association (NHA)

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare and perform EKG procedures
• Assist with basic cardiac monitoring procedures
• Organize test results and report findings to physicians
• Maintain patient charts and enter EKG-related documentation into electronic systems

Program Information

• Total Program Hours: 90 hours
• Program Length: 6 weeks
• Delivery Format: Hybrid program with online coursework and hands-on EKG training
• Hands-On Training: EKG lead placement, rhythm recognition basics, patient preparation, and EKG procedure practice
• Practice Exams: Six mock exams provided for certification exam preparation

* Korean summary study materials are provided to support learning comprehension

Tuition Information

• Total Tuition: $1,500
• Tuition includes online coursework, textbook, hands-on training, basic consumable supplies, and six practice exams.
• A separate $50 registration fee is required / AHA BLS (CPR) certification $95 / Certification exam fee not included
• Textbooks are provided at no cost. A $12 shipping fee applies if books are mailed. Students near Carrollton, Texas may pick up their books at the school free of charge.

Certification Exam

• Six full-length practice exams provided
• Upon successful completion of the program, students are eligible to take the NHA CET (Certified EKG Technician) exam.
• The exam covers EKG procedures, patient preparation, cardiac monitoring, safety, and professional communication.
• The exam consists of 120 questions (100 scored questions and 20 pretest questions).
• Students are given 2 hours to complete the examination.
• A minimum scaled score of 390 out of 500 is required to pass.
• Candidates who do not pass may retake the examination according to current NHA retake policies.

Admission Requirements (Summary)

• Must be at least 18 years of age, or have parental/guardian consent if under 18
• Government-issued photo identification or passport
• High school diploma, GED, or equivalent documentation
• BLS (CPR) certification must be submitted prior to program completion