Electrocardiography (EKG) Technician*
This online program will prepare you to be a certified EKG technician in 8 weeks.
- Available as
- Certificate
- Length
- 8 Weeks
- Location
- Online
*This certificate is in partnership with Leffler Academy.
Why Study to be an EKG Technician?
Whether you’re looking to advance or launch a healthcare career, certification as an EKG technician positions you to be a valued professional. EKG technicians work directly with patients and perform tests that measure the electrical activity of the heart.
$67,620
Median wage for EKG technicians
Bureau of Labor Statistics
64,700
Positions available in 2024
3%
Projected job growth
Why Study at Saint Francis?
The UU»ÆÕ¾ is known throughout the region for the excellence of its healthcare education. Graduates of our programs are sought after employees due to the quality of instruction, personal support, and professional opportunities embedded into the learning.
Here, you’ll benefit from:
- Expert faculty, who work in the field
- Personal support
- High-tech labs
- Guaranteed clinical rotations
- Core values that prepare compassionate and ethical professionals
The EKG Technician program at Saint Francis will prepare you for all aspects of the career. In addition to patient care, you’ll learn the fundamentals of electrocardiography, EKG equipment and techniques, stress testing, halter monitoring, EKG interpretation and more.
Hybrid, Hands-on Learning
Classroom learning is online and asynchronous, allowing you to maintain an ideal schedule. Hands-on learning begins in our state-of-the-art labs where you’ll learn to use the equipment and practice your skills before heading out to community clinicals.
Upon completion of the course, you’ll be eligible to take the National Healthcareer Association certification exam for EKG technicians and be eligible to work in all 50 states.
Get Hired
Graduates of our program work in hospitals and clinics, including:
- Ascension St. Vincent Hospital
- Franciscan Health
- Parkview Health
- Lutheran Health