About
The Certificate of Competency in ECG Technician is a 300-hour program that prepares students to perform the daily duties and responsibilities related to cardiac monitoring and telemetry. This program introduces students to keyboarding, electronic patient records, record keeping, patient assessment, basic knowledge of medical terminology, anatomy and physiology of the cardiovascular system, cardiac conduction system, 12-lead ECG acquisition and rhythm interpretation, basic life support and advanced cardiac life support skills, telemetry, holter monitoring, conducting stress tests and artificial pacemaker evaluation.
Organization
Maricopa Community Colleges
Maricopa Community Colleges
Higher education institution located in Maricopa County, AZ, offering 2-year degrees, occupational certificates, and university transfer programs. The institution is known for its affordable tuition, small class sizes, and innovative programs designed to support student success. It employs approximately 2,200 staff across a district of 10 colleges, serving over 200,000 students annually.
Highlights:
- One of the largest community college districts in the U.S., serving over 200,000 students annually with strong workforce development programs
- Vision: Excellence in education for a better world
- Mission: The Maricopa Community Colleges ignite talent, transform lives, and enrich communities through teaching, learning, and service
- Unique focus on workforce and economic development through strong employer partnerships and a new model for engaging businesses to enhance student success