EKG Technician Program | AVI Career Training

Program Overview

Become a Certified EKG Technician in 4 Weeks

The EKG Technician program at AVI Career Training is an 80 clock-hour certificate program combining 50 hours of theory and 30 hours of hands-on lab training. Students master 12-lead EKG setup, electrode placement, cardiac rhythm interpretation, and Holter monitoring under guidance from physician-level faculty.

Graduates are eligible to sit for the National Healthcareer Association (NHA) Certified EKG Technician (CET) examination. Our SOC Code is 29-2031 and CIP Code is 51.0902.

✓ Financial Aid Available ✓ GI Bill® ✓ WIOA Eligible SOC 29-2031 NHA CET Exam Prep

Program Details

Everything you need to know

Total Hours

80 clock hours — 50h Theory + 30h Lab

Duration

4 weeks full-time (Mon–Thu, 10:00 AM – 3:00 PM)

Credential Awarded

Certificate in EKG Technology

Certification

NHA CET Exam Eligible upon program completion

CIP / SOC Code

CIP: 51.0902 | SOC: 29-2031

Start Dates

Monthly enrollment — contact us for next available date

Course Curriculum

4 Courses · 80 Clock Hours

A focused, competency-based curriculum building from cardiac anatomy through advanced rhythm interpretation and NHA CET exam readiness.

EK101 — Cardiac Anatomy & Physiology

Heart structure, chambers, valves, coronary circulation, cardiac conduction system, action potential

15h

EK102 — EKG Fundamentals & Lead Placement

12-lead system, electrode placement, waveform anatomy, P-QRS-T complex, intervals and segments

15h

EK103 — Rhythm Interpretation & Arrhythmias

Normal sinus rhythm, common arrhythmias, artifact identification, Holter monitoring, patient safety protocols

20h

EK104 — Clinical EKG Lab Practicum & Capstone

Supervised 12-lead EKG performance, patient preparation, troubleshooting, stress testing, NHA CET exam review

30h

4 courses | 50h Theory + 30h Lab

80h Total

NHA CET Certification

Core EKG Competency Areas

Our curriculum prepares you for every domain tested on the NHA Certified EKG Technician examination.

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Cardiac Anatomy

Heart chambers, conduction system, coronary arteries, electrical pathways

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EKG Equipment Operation

12-lead machine setup, lead placement, calibration, paper speed, sensitivity

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Waveform Analysis

P wave, QRS complex, T wave, intervals, segments, axis determination

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Rhythm Interpretation

Sinus rhythms, atrial arrhythmias, ventricular rhythms, heart blocks

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Patient Safety & Privacy

Patient preparation, HIPAA compliance, electrical safety, infection control

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Holter & Stress Testing

Ambulatory monitoring setup, event recorders, exercise stress test preparation

Class Schedule

Full-Time Daytime Program

Mon – Thu

Class Days

Monday through Thursday
No Friday or weekend classes

4 Days/Week

10:00 AM – 3:00 PM

Class Hours

Daytime instruction
20-hour school week

5 Hours/Day

4 Weeks

Program Length

Approximately 1 month
Monthly start dates

Monthly Enrollment

Expert Instruction

Learn from Certified Healthcare Professionals

Our faculty brings real-world clinical experience and advanced credentials to every class.

TA

Dr. Tadesse Alemayehu

MD · MBA · CCMA

Physician educator with expertise in clinical medicine and cardiology. Leads cardiac anatomy, arrhythmia interpretation, and clinical procedures modules.

DB

Dr. Damien Baker

DC · CCMA

Doctor of Chiropractic with CCMA credential. Specializes in anatomy & physiology and integrated clinical assessment in the healthcare setting.

IW

Ingrid Wright-Rich

BS · RMA

Registered Medical Assistant with a Bachelor of Science. Teaches EKG techniques, electrode placement, Holter monitoring, and clinical lab procedures.

RR

Romana Rizvi

MBBS · CCMA

Medical doctor (MBBS) and CCMA. Brings international clinical experience to cardiac physiology, patient education, and infection control instruction.

What You Will Master

Clinical EKG Skills

12-Lead EKG

Setup, electrode placement, acquisition

Rhythm Interpretation

Normal & abnormal cardiac rhythms

Artifact Identification

Motion, interference, lead displacement

Holter Monitoring

Ambulatory recorder setup & patient education

Patient Safety

Electrical safety, infection control

Documentation

EKG records, HIPAA, reporting

Career Opportunities

Where Graduates Work

Certified EKG Technicians are in demand across cardiac care settings in the DC Metro area and nationwide.

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Hospitals & Health Systems

Cardiology departments, telemetry units, and cardiac catheterization labs

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Cardiology Practices

Outpatient cardiology clinics and cardiovascular specialty offices

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Urgent Care Centers

Walk-in clinics requiring EKG services for acute cardiac evaluation

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Outpatient Clinics

Internal medicine, primary care, and multi-specialty clinic settings

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Long-Term Care

Skilled nursing facilities and assisted living centers serving elderly patients

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Cardiac Stress Labs

Exercise stress testing facilities and diagnostic cardiology departments

Common Job Titles for EKG Graduates

EKG Technician Certified EKG Technician Cardiac Monitor Technician Telemetry Technician Cardiovascular Technician SOC Code: 29-2031

Admission Requirements

How to Qualify

Education

High school diploma or GED required

Interview

Admissions interview with school representative

English Proficiency

Must be able to read, write, and communicate in English

Age

Must be 18 years of age or older

Graduation Requirements

Earning Your Certificate

Clock Hours

Complete all 80 scheduled clock hours

Minimum Grade

Achieve a cumulative grade of 70% or higher in all courses

Competency Demonstrations

Successfully demonstrate all required EKG competencies

Financial Standing

All financial obligations to the school must be satisfied

Why AVI Career Training

Your Success is Our Mission

Accredited & Approved

AVI Career Training is accredited by NACCAS and approved for Title IV federal financial aid, GI Bill®, and WIOA workforce programs.

Physician-Level Faculty

Learn from MDs, a DC, and Registered Medical Assistants who bring real-world cardiology and clinical experience to every class session.

Financial Aid Available

Title IV Pell Grants, federal student loans, GI Bill® benefits, and WIOA workforce training funds may be available to eligible students.

Hands-On EKG Lab

Practice 12-lead EKG setup and rhythm reading in our clinical simulation lab before entering real healthcare environments.

NHA CET Exam Preparation

Our capstone course includes dedicated NHA CET exam review, practice assessments, and test-taking strategies.

Northern Virginia Location

Located in Vienna, VA — minutes from Tysons Corner and the DC Metro, giving graduates access to one of the nation's largest healthcare job markets.

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