Objectives
The main objective of the course is to prepares individuals, under the supervision of physicians and nurses, to administer EKG and ECG diagnostic examinations and report results to the treatment team. Includes instruction in basic anatomy and physiology, the cardiovascular system, medical terminology, cardiovascular medications and effects, patient care, EKG and ECG administration, equipment operation and maintenance, interpretation of cardiac rhythm, patient record management, and professional standards and ethics. A face to face interaction with educator will be utilized for the course.
Learning Outcomes
Upon the completion of the course, students will confidently administer EKG and ECG diagnostic examinations under the supervision of physicians and nurses and give report to the treatment team.
| Course # | Course Title | Online Lecture | Virtual Lab | Hands-On |
| PCTEK 401 | Basic EKG | 20 hrs. | 00 | 00 |
| PCTEK 402 | Advanced Concepts | 20 hrs. | 00 | 00 |
| PCTEK 403 | Skill Laboratory | 00 hrs. | 40 | 20 |
| 40hrs. | 60 | 00 | ||
| Total Hours | 100 hours | |||
Course Length: 4 Weeks
Class Schedule
Dates for online sessions and in-person labs will be announced a week before the start
Type of Certificate
Upon the completion of the course students will receive a certificate of completion from Pioneer Institute, which they can use to secure employment as an EKG Technician. It is up to the student to decide whether they want to take the state exam for EKG, however, it is not a requirement to secure employment.
Fees, Tuition, and other Charges
| Item | Cost |
| Tuition | $650.00 |
| Registration Fee | $100.00 |
| Textbook | $50.00 |
| Total | $800.00 |
Required Textbook:
ECGs Made Easy, 6th Edition by Barbara J Aehlert, RN, BSPA