Certified Electrocardiogram (EKG) Technician (CET)

Get certified and job-ready in as little as 2 weeks with hands-on training. Start your career in cardiac care with practical training in electrocardiography. This program prepares you to perform EKG tests, monitor heart activity, and support healthcare providers with accurate diagnostic data. Program Overview Learn how to conduct EKGs, place leads correctly, monitor patients, and recognize basic heart rhythms. You’ll gain real-world experience working with EKG equipment and performing diagnostic procedures. Students complete: Minimum of 10 live EKGs Key Details Total Cost: $1,200 (includes certification exam – up to 3 attempts) Duration: 2 weeks (full-time) or 4 weeks (weekends) Format: In-person training Hands-On Training: 10-hour lab + skills evaluation Schedule Options Days: Mon–Fri, 9am–1pm (2 weeks) Evenings: Mon–Fri, 6pm–10pm (2 weeks) Weekends: Sat 9am–2pm, Sun 3pm–8pm (4 weeks) Skills You’ll Gain EKG testing and lead placement Monitoring heart activity and vital signs Basic rhythm recognition Stress testing and data collection Patient preparation and communication Career Opportunities Work in hospitals, urgent care centers, physician offices, and mobile health services. Curriculum Includes Electrocardiography fundamentals, heart anatomy & physiology, EKG equipment, lead placement, rhythm interpretation, stress testing, medical terminology, and clinical practices. 👉 Full curriculum available upon request. Get Started Today Request to Enroll now, request info, or speak with an admissions advisor.