About
Petra Allied Health’s Electrocardiograph Technician program in Fort Smith, Arkansas, trains students to perform routine electrocardiograms, operate electrocardiograph equipment, recognize heart rhythms, document rhythm strips, and prepare patients for cardiac procedures. The course prepares graduates to sit for national certification exams, including the American Allied Health Certified EKG Technician (CET) certification. It is a 48-hour course with focused, hands-on training. Admission requires completion of the application and agreement to the Class Registration Form and Program Bulletin, a minimum age of 17, and high school enrollment, a diploma, GED, or equivalent. A parent or guardian signature is required for students younger than 18.
At a glance
- Tuition: $50 non-refundable registration fee; $930 tuition; $105 textbook
- Leads to: American Allied Health Certified EKG Technician (CET) national certification
- Payment plan: available (per the school's page)
Organization
Petra Allied Health - Fort Smith
Petra Allied Health - Fort Smith is a healthcare career training institution in Fort Smith, Arkansas. Its occupational fields include Certified Nursing Assistant, Dental Assistant, Electrocardiogram (ECG/EKG), Medical Assistant, Medical Billing and Coding, Pharmacy Technician, Phlebotomy, and Veterinary Assistant. The school also presents training for Limited Licensed Radiologic Technologist. Programs are designed for beginners, including students without prior healthcare experience, and emphasize practical career skills and supportive instruction. Flexible options include evening classes and online learning, allowing training alongside existing work schedules. Petra Allied Health partners with American Allied Health for national certifications and is licensed by the Arkansas Division of Higher Education. The institution states that its programs provide step-by-step preparation for healthcare employment.