Electrocardiogram (ECG) Technician

This award is not eligible for Financial Aid

This is a Fast Track Certificate, which can be completed in two semesters or less.

Details

Field of Interest

Health Sciences

Degree Type

Certificate of Competency (CCT)

Academic Plan

Electrocardiogram (ECG) Technician (CER)

Academic Plan Code

1119N

Effective Term

Fall 2026

Courses

Courses Sequence

Block 1

A sequence of suggested courses that should be taken during Block 1
Course Number	Course Name	Requisites	Notes	Clock Hours
ECG100	Introduction to Healthcare: Medical, Legal, Ethics	Prerequisites: Successful completion of RDG100 or higher or appropriate reading placement into CRE101.	Critical course Gateway course	25
ECG101	The Cardiovascular System: Anatomy & Physiology and Pathophysiology of Cardiovascular Disease	Prerequisites: ECG100.	Critical course	30
ECG102	Introduction to ECG	Prerequisites: ECG101.		40
ECG103	Applied ECG: Atrial, Junctional, Ventricular Rhythms and Heart Blocks	Prerequisites: ECG102.		50
ECG105	Advanced ECG with Basic Life Support: Diagnostic Procedures, Certification Prep and Exam	Prerequisites: ECG103.		100
ECG106	Clinical Practicum	Prerequisites: 1. A grade of C or better in ECG105. 2. Background check requirements in compliance with the Maricopa County Community College District Supplemental Background Check Policy. 3. Students also must provide a copy of an Arizona Department of Public Safety Level One Fingerprint Clearance Card. Students must maintain current fingerprint clearance throughout the externship(s). 4. Complete and submit the Allied Health Student Health and Safety Documentation Checklist, with included documentation. 5. Students are responsible to meet the requirements of the background check, fingerprint clearance card, and health and safety documentation.		80

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