About
The Electrocardiogram (ECG/EKG) Technician class offered by St. Lawrence-Lewis Co. BOCES Adult Education (St. Lawrence BOCES) is a comprehensive program designed to prepare students for a career in the medical field. The course covers topics such as anatomy and physiology, medical terminology, and electrocardiography. Upon completion of the program, students will be qualified to take the national certification exam and become a certified ECG/EKG
Organization
St. Lawrence-Lewis Co. BOCES Adult Education
St. Lawrence-Lewis BOCES
St. Lawrence-Lewis BOCES, founded in 1950 and headquartered in Canton, NY, serves 18 school districts across St. Lawrence and Lewis Counties. This organization offers specialized programs including Agricultural Studies Academy, Special Education, and multiple technical career centers with industry-recognized certifications, such as the comprehensive Phlebotomy Technician course. The Phlebotomy program is delivered in a hybrid format, combining online asynchronous coursework with hands-on lab and clinical experiences, preparing students to become Certified Phlebotomy Technicians.
Highlights:
- Serves 18 school districts in two counties through a cooperative shared services model
- Offers specialized career and technical education centers including agricultural studies academy, northwest tech center, seaway tech center, and southwest tech center
- Provides career training programs where students can earn industry-recognized certifications, notably at the seaway tech center
- Phlebotomy technician course is approximately 90 hours and costs $2,108, including textbook and certification exam
- Phlebotomy program requires students to be 18 years or older with no prior experience