MEA 0540C EKG Aide

Prepares the student for employment as an ECG Technician, also known as a Cardiovascular Technician, and to take a National Exam. Skills include performing ECGs with appropriate lead placement, preparing patients for Stress Testing and monitoring telemetry units. Graduates of this course receive an Occupational Completion Point Certificate of 75 hours as an EKG Aide as per the Florida Department of Education.

Credits

75 ch

Prerequisite

Admission to a health related program or permission of the Department head.

Corequisite

Grade of C or better in HSC 0003C.

Offered

FA.

Notes

Lab fee.