Certified EKG Technician (CET)

General Medical Studies

• Introduction to the Health Profession
• Infection Control, Body Substance Isolation, and Biohazard Disposal
• Medical-Legal and Ethical Considerations in Health Care
• Introduction to Medical Terminology
• Introduction to Anatomy & Physiology
• Vital Signs
• CPR, First Aid

Core Curriculum

• Understanding cardiac anatomy, physiology, and electrophysiology
• Electrocardiography and proper use of EKG machines (hospital and out-of-hospital models)
• Dysrhythmia Recognition
• Acquiring and interpreting EKGs to include the 12 basic rhythms, tachydysrhythmias including atrial fibrillation, atrial flutter, and supraventricular tachycardia; bradydysrhythmias including heart blocks and external pacemakers

• High school diploma or GED
• Must complete General Medical Studies before progressing into core portion.

Students must obtain school uniform and uniforms only are allowed to be worn during all phases of course training. We have an arrangement with a local uniform store that can assist students picking out the correct uniform and will have it embroidered. A basic scrub suit is acceptable but most students opt for the Gray's Anatomy brand. Approximate cost $60-$75 depending on brand. Because most programs meet 3 times a week, it is recommended to get 3 uniforms,. It is also recommended that students consider a school hoodie (approximate cost $40) and a baseball cap (if desired, approximate cost $30). Hoodies and caps can be added to student accounts for students who are financing their education with payment plans.

• Students will also need a wristwatch for vital signs, a pen, and notepad.
• There is no textbook for this course - all work is online or given in person

The Certified EKG Technician Program at 911Programs prepares students for certification exam by the National HealthCareer Association (NHA). The Certified EKG Technician profession is not licensed in the State of Rhode Island and graduates may apply for jobs with our completion certificate alone, however we recommend taking the NHA exam to increase employer confidence. 911Programs is an authorized testing site for the NHA and students may take their national certifications here.

General Medical Studies Portion (successful completion is pre-requisite)

Week 1

• Monday: 9:30am-12pm (day program); 6-9pm (night program)
• Thursday: 9:30am-12pm (day program); 6-9pm (night program)
• Saturday 9:00am - 4:00pm (both day and night programs) [1 hour break for lunch at noon]

Week 2

• Monday: 9:30am-12pm (day program); 6-9pm (night program)
• Thursday: 9:30am-12pm (day program); 6-9pm (night program)

Week 3

• Monday: 9:30am-12pm (day program); 6-9pm (night program)
• Thursday: 9:30am-12pm (day program); 6-9pm (night program)
• Saturday 9:00am until finished (CPR day) (both day and night programs)

Week 4

• Monday: 9:30am-12pm (day program); 6-9pm (night program)
• Thursday: 9:30am-12pm (day program); 6-9pm (night program)

Week 5

• No classes this week - used for makeups

Weeks to complete: Approximately 4. Total instructional hours: Approximately 36

Core EKG Technician Portion

• Monday: 9am-12pm (day program); 6-9pm (night program)
• Wednesday: 9am-12pm (day program); 6-9pm (night program)
• Thursday: 9am-12pm (day program); 6-9pm (night program)
• Total instructional hours: Approximately 54 (excluding clinical)

Weeks to complete: Approximately 6

Total weeks to complete: Approximately 11. Total instructional hours: Approximately: 89.

Important Information:

1. This is a full EKG Technician Program (not a course on "how to do an ECG") which allows graduates to sit for the National HealthCareer Association (NHA) Certified EKG Technician Examination . The NHA National Exam is accredited by the National Commission for Certifying Agencies (NCAA), a division of the Institute for Credentialing Excellence (ICE).
2. We have been an NHA testing site since 2012 so you can take your national exam at our school. (see certificate below)
3. Since students complete the clinical requirements for EKG during the school session, there is no need for an outside clinical placement for the EKG portion. Students can apply for a job immediately as an EKG Tech

Program Costs

The 2023 tuition is $3640

• If you pay in full before the first class, you will get a 10% early payment discount ($364 off) making the tuition $3276 !

Application Fee

• If you apply for the course the $50 application fee is non-refundable
• If you are funded by an agency, the application fee does not apply to you

There is a $20 fee for liability insurance which covers students during the program. (If you are funded by an agency, the liability insurance fee is paid by the agency).

Students will need at least one uniform (approximate cost is $60-75 but students may choose to upgrade to a fancier one or get multiple ones).

Students will need the course textbook - average cost is $120 (but students may find a used book online for less). We provide the workbook as part of the tuition. Students may sell the book to the school at the end of the course.

Items included with course tuition

• Access to our Online Classroom Manager and Google Classroom
• Lanyard and ID Badge
• Job placement assistance

As of July 1, 2024 Lab fees and supplies are not included with tuition.

• Lab fees for this program are $240
• Supplies for this program are $200
• SUMMER and FALL 2025 SPECIAL: if course is paid in full before course starts, lab fees and supplies will be included
• Economically impacted students: Non-funded students whose income falls below the federal poverty line will have their lab fees and supplies included in the program. Simply notify the office that your income falls below this line and your account will be credited. No documentation of your financial status will be required.

Optional: Technology Package (Get videos / narrated presentations of each lesson to watch at your leisure.) If you purchase the Technology Package, you may use it to make up missed lectures at no additional charge. (Normal tutoring charge to make up a lecture is $100). Tech Package: $910

Payment Plan Options

General Parameters

1. The minimum downpayment for 2025 is $550
2. The lowest monthly payment is $99 (depending on downpayment)
3. The longest term is 24 months (2 years)
4. At least half the tuition must be paid to graduate and get a certificate
5. The lower your downpayment and/or monthly payment, the longer the term - however the term cannot exceed 24 months so either the downpayment or monthly payment has to be higher to meet the above requirements
6. There is a finance fee on the amount you are financing so the larger the downpayment, the lower the finance fee
7. There is interest on the unpaid balance so the sooner you pay off your loan, the less interest you will pay - just like any loan
8. The more you put down and the quicker you pay, the less money you will spend in the long run
9. Most popular, least expensive option is to pay in full before 1st class and receive a 10% discount off tuition

Example of payment plan using the minimum downpayment ($550): 24 monthly payments of $165.65