EKG/Telemetry Technician Certification (05/18/21-06/29/21)
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Full course description
Course Date and Time: 05/18/21-06/29/21, Tuesday's and Thursday's from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Instructor: Dr. Sgambati
Who should attend? Anyone over the age of 18 with a high school diploma or GED.
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Course format: This course includes online presentations, interactive support with the instructor, and in-person training labs during the class days and times.
Lab location:
University Mall
2200 E. Fowler Ave
Tampa, FL 33612-5502
Your class will meet in the Innovative Partnerships suite.
Course technology requirements: Desktop computer, laptop computer, Chromebook or tablet with internet connection and Chrome browser. Though a mobile phone will work, it may make doing online work more challenging.
Course Description:
This course provides the training for administering and reading EKGs. The course includes anatomy and physiology and disease processes that affect the heart, medications, Holter monitoring, 12-lead EKG, analyzing EKG readings, and much more. A two-year BLS Healthcare Provider Certification is included in this course.
Learning Objectives:
Upon completion of this program, participants will be able to:
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Perform EKG tests on a live person.
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Describe the normal cardiac anatomy and physiology and normal electrical conduction through the heart.
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Identify and relate waveforms to the cardiac cycle.
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Utilize a systematic process when approaching the interpretation of the EKG.
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Identify normal and abnormal components on the EKG.
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Recognize sinus dysrhythmias on EKG and relate cause, significance, symptoms, and treatment. Identify specific cardiac dysrhythmias
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Describe the appropriate nursing interventions for specific dysrhythmias
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Recognize ventricular dysrhythmias on EKG and relate cause, significance, symptoms, and treatment.
The following is included in your registration fee:
Textbook
Measurement Calipers
BLS® Healthcare Provider Certification for 2 years.
National Exam with study package (one attempt)
Refunds, Cancellations & Substitutions
Questions? Please call (813) 259-6513 or email avickers3@hccfl.edu. We are happy to help you!