Credential(s) Offered
Industry certification
Method of Delivery
Hybrid or blended
When offered
Daytime Hours
Instructional Program (CIP)
Description
FY: 2025-2026
Program Website: https://cochise.smartcatalogiq.com/2025-2026/2025-2026-catalog/areas-of-study/health-sciences/ekg-technician-certificate-major-code-ekgt/
Synopsis: This program will prepare the student to administer EKG examinations and report results to the treatment team. The program includes basic anatomy and physiology instruction, the cardiovascular system, medical terminology, cardiovascular medications and effects, patient care, EKG equipment operation and maintenance, interpretation of cardiac rhythm, patient record management, and professional standards and ethics.
Learning Outcomes
Students who successfully complete this program will be able to do the following:
- Demonstrate foundational knowledge of health assessment, differential diagnosis, clinical pathways, medical documentation, ethical decision-making, and medical policies and procedures.
- Perform 12-lead torso placement EKGs.
- Interpret EKG results and notify the provider appropriately.
- Qualify to take the National Healthcare Association Certification Exam, which leads to national certification.
Details
Program Length (Weeks)
8
Hours
4
Entrance Requirements
High School Diploma or Equivalent
School
WIOA Approved Program
Yes
Training Location(s)
901 N. Colombo, Sierra Vista, Arizona
Local WIB
1 - ARIZONA@WORK - Southeastern Arizona
Name of Credential
Electrocardiogram Technician
Type of financial aid offered or have access to
Contact the Cochise College Financial Aid Dept at https://www.cochise.edu/paying-for-college/financial-aid/index.html
Refund Policy
https://www.cochise.edu/paying-for-college/refunds.html
Is the proposed curriculum currently certified by an accrediting agency or similar national standardization program?
Yes - HLC
Is this proposed curriculum considered a nontraditional program of training services for women?
No
Is this proposed curriculum considered a nontraditional program of training services for men?
No
Cost Items
Books (Estimated)
$85.00 EKG NHA Study Guide: $85.00 Total Books: $85.00
Testing/Exam Fees
$130.00 EKG NHA Exam: $130.00 Total Testing/Exam Fees: $130.00
In-State Tuition
$384.00 In-State General Credit Hour Cost: $96.00 4 CR x 96 = $384.00 Total In-State Tuition Cost: $384.00
Other Fees
$185.00 LAB Fees: HLT 111 $60.00 HLT 124: $125.00 Total Other Fees: $185.00
Out-of-State/District Tuition
$1,032.00 Out-of-State General Credit Hour Cost: $258.00 4 CR x 258 = $1032.00 Total Out-of-State Tuition Cost: $1032.00
Total In-State Program Cost
$784.00
Total Out-of-State Program Cost
$1,432.00
