Credential(s) Offered
Industry certification
Method of Delivery
Hybrid or blended
When offered
Daytime Hours, Evening Hours
Instructional Program (CIP)
Description
A. Course Objective:
The Objective of this course is to provide with the basic skills and concepts in the field of ECG or EKG.
Description and Competencies to be achieved:
This program intends to capacitate individuals to work with patients undergoing ECG tests, and able to understand the anatomy of the heart, heart rhythms, causes for and treatments of different rhythms, and patient signs and symptoms associated with these rhythms. Students will be able to perform ECG and other cardiovascular tests as well as pulmonary tests.
Requirements: Students are required to be at least 18 years of age, have US High School Diploma or GED Certification and clean criminal background check. Those students that have graduated from a non-English speaking country will have to demonstrate English proficiency by taking the Wonderlic Test and achieving scores of at least 275 on the verbal section and at least 290 on the quantitative section.
Prerequisites: High School Diploma or GED Certificate.
Timeline: 80 clock hours (approximately 5 weeks).
B. Total Cost of Program: $ 1,465.00
C. Provide a list of all books required for the program: Provided by the school and cost included in tuition.
D. Provide a list of all supplies required for the program: Lab supplies pertinent to ECG lab
E. WIA Contact for Enrollment Status /Credential Verification:
Name: Daniela Bulmini, MSL, MHA
Email: dbulmini@accordhealthcareinstitute.com
Phone number: 602-714-3439
F. Direct Website link to the program: www.ahiphoenix.com
G. Additional information:
• Background check requirements for licensing and background restrictions for working in the occupation:
The National Certification has specific requirements to take examination and become certified. Prior convictions, misdemeanor or felony, may prevent the person from employment and becoming certified. This includes juvenile offenses.
• Other requirements needed: None
H. Refund Policy and/or a link to policy on provider’s website: Refund Policy is available through the school catalog and the school website: www.accordhealthcareinstitute.com
School Catalog: American Career Builders and Everlasting Images InstituteStudent Catalog (squarespace.com)
I. Credentials: (The following questions must be answered along with a supporting explanation for each)
• Industry Recognized: (Developed and offered by, or endorsed by a nationally-recognized industry association or organization representing a sizable portion of the industry sector)
Yes or No: Yes
Nationally Recognized Industry Association or Organization: The ECG Tech is eligible for the National Certificate or (NCCT) as an Industry Recognized Credential available to all students who qualify for the test under the NCCT guidelines.
• Stackable: (Part of a sequence of credentials)
Yes or No: Yes
Career Pathway: Patient Care Technician
• Portable: (Recognized in other geographical areas; by other educational institutions; or by other industries/companies)
Yes or No (Explain): Yes. Some neighboring States require the National Certification, offered by the school to those who want to become Certified ECG Technicians.
• Accredited Curriculum:
(This is referring to the course being accredited, not the test or school): This program is licensed by the AZ Private Post Secondary Education Department.
Details
Program Length (Weeks)
5
Hours
3
Entrance Requirements
High School Diploma or Equivalent
School
WIOA Approved Program
Yes
Curriculum Competency Based
Yes
Training Location(s)
3816 N. 27th Ave
Local WIB
5 - ARIZONA@WORK - City of Phoenix
Type of Attainment:
Diploma/Certification
Name of Credential
National Center for Competency Testing (NCCT)
Type of financial aid offered or have access to
None
Refund Policy
Student Catalog/www.accordhealthcareinstitute.com
Is the proposed curriculum currently certified by an accrediting agency or similar national standardization program?
Yes - National Center for Competency Testing
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
Testing/Exam Fees
$170.00
In-State Tuition
$920.00
Out-of-State/District Tuition
$920.00
Registration Fee
$200.00 Waived for returning students
Supplies/Materials/Hand Tools (not included in tuition)
$175.00 Scrubs $60; Lab Fee: $50; TB test Skin $30; Drug Test $35
Total In-State Program Cost
$1,465.00
Total Out-of-State Program Cost
$1,465.00
