About
EKG technicians are trained to perform electrocardiograms or EKGs on patients. An EKG is a test that monitors the heart’s activity and detects certain heart conditions. The technician will apply leads to a patient’s body and then perform the non-invasive test. EKG technicians can also perform stress tests where a patient walks on a treadmill and the heart’s activity is recorded. EKG technicians are generally employed in hospitals, but others find employment in physicians’ offices and facilities that perform diagnostic testing alongside doctors, nurses, and other diagnostic technicians. The majority of EKG technicians work full time in the occupation. Others choose this certification to go alongside their current medical certification or degree for a more diverse resume. As an NHA Certified EKG Technician (CET), you will have the credentials to also perform Holter monitoring and stress testing, opening up more options and providing you a competitive advantage in your chosen career field.
Organization
Emergency Medical Training Professionals
Emergency Medical Training Professionals is an allied health training and educational facility in Lexington, Kentucky. It prepares people for emergency medical services and allied health fields, including Emergency Medical Technician, Patient Care Technician, Phlebotomy, EKG Technician, Certified Medical Administrative Assistant (CMAA), and Behavioral Health Technician training. The school’s mission centers on lifelong education, workforce development, workplace and higher-education success, and preparation of knowledgeable, compassionate healthcare professionals. Instruction is described as specialized, ethical, and practical, with attention to patient care and student preparedness. The institution also provides American Heart Association courses and online or hybrid education options for some offerings. Its programs include both clinical and administrative pathways within healthcare, along with continuing education and certification-focused courses for emergency and allied health personnel.