Fully online, at your own schedule 24/7, 12 weeks long. After completion, MedCerts will work to match you with an externship site close to you. Graduates will be eligible to obtain their Certified EKG Technician certification. This program is NOT available to residents of Wisconsin, North Dakota, Rhode Island, Louisiana, or Georgia. How much does the class cost? Is there financial aid available? The class costs $2,000 total. Monthly payment options are available, with interest rates from 0-12%. MedCerts also has financial aid options for those who qualify through: MyCAA, state workforce funding (including WIOA), and Department of Defense Credentialing Assistance or COOL funding for the Army, Air Force and Coast Guard. Click "Get Started" to get more information. What is an EKG Technician? EKG Technicians perform diagnostic tests to help doctors find and treat heart problems in patients. Average starting salary is around $33,500/year according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics.