ECG / EKG and Pharmacology - Coming Soon
The ECG / EKG and Pharmacology course provides an essential overview of cardiac anatomy and physiology, the cardiac cycle, and the heart’s electrical conduction system. This continuing education course focuses on rhythm recognition and appropriate clinical response, preparing healthcare professionals to identify cardiac emergencies and act quickly and effectively in high-risk situations.
Program Schedule & Enrollment Information
The Program Schedules are listed below by campus. Select the campus, then choose the start date month. Click on Apply Today to start your application.
Complete the enrollment requirements at least 1 week prior to the start date. Allow time for admissions review and document uploads.
Cerritos Campus (click to expand)
| Month | Orientation | Self Study | Live Lectures | Live Skills |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 1/5/26 5:00pm – 6:00pm Introduction Online |
1/5/26 to 1/18/26 Self Study Chapters 1-5 |
1/19/26 to 1/31/26 M-F 8:00am – 1:00pm Online Lectures Chapters 6-10 |
In-person Skills Lab TBD 8-10 Hours |
| Feb | 2/5/26 5:00pm – 6:00pm Introduction Online |
2/6/26 to 2/22/26 Self Study Chapters 1-5 |
2/23/26 to 2/26/26 M-F 8:00am – 1:00pm Online Lectures Chapters 6-10 |
In-person Skills Lab TBD 8-10 Hours |
| Mar | 3/3/26 5:00pm – 6:00pm Introduction Online |
3/4/26 to 3/17/26 Self Study Chapters 1-5 |
3/18/26, 3/23/26, 3/24/26, 3/25/26 M-F 8:00am – 1:00pm Online Lectures Chapters 6-10 |
In-person Skills Lab TBD 8-10 Hours |
| Apr | 4/1/26 5:00pm – 6:00pm Introduction Online |
4/2/26 to 4/14/26 Self Study Chapters 1-5 |
4/15/26, 4/20/26, 4/21/26, 4/22/26 M-F 8:00am – 1:00pm Online Lectures Chapters 6-10 |
In-person Skills Lab TBD 8-10 Hours |
| May | 5/5/26 5:00pm – 6:00pm Introduction Online |
5/6/26 to 5/18/26 Self Study Chapters 1-5 |
5/19/26, 5/26/26, 5/27/26, 5/28/26 M-F 8:00am – 1:00pm Online Lectures Chapters 6-10 |
In-person Skills Lab TBD |
| Jun | 6/2/26 5:00pm – 6:00pm Introduction Online |
6/3/26 to 6/22/26 Self Study Chapters 1-5 |
6/23/26 to 6/26/26 M-F 8:00am – 1:15pm Online Lectures Chapters 6-10 |
In-person Skills Lab TBD 8-10 Hours |
| Jul | 7/1/26 5:00pm – 6:00pm Introduction Online |
7/2/26 to 7/19/26 Self Study Chapters 1-5 |
7/20/26 to 7/23/26 M-F 8:00am – 1:15pm Online Lectures Chapters 6-10 |
In-person Skills Lab TBD 8-10 Hours |
| Aug | 8/4/26 5:00pm – 6:00pm Introduction Online |
8/5/26 to 8/16/26 Self Study Chapters 1-5 |
8/17/26 to 8/20/26 M-F 8:00am – 1:15pm Online Lectures Chapters 6-10 |
In-person Skills Lab TBD 8-10 Hours |
| Sep | 9/2/26 5:00pm – 6:00pm Introduction Online |
9/3/26 to 9/14/26 Self Study Chapters 1-5 |
9/15/26 to 9/18/26 M-F 8:00am – 1:15pm Online Lectures Chapters 6-10 |
In-person Skills Lab TBD 8-10 Hours |
| Oct | 10/6/26 5:00pm – 6:00pm Introduction Online |
10/7/26 to 10/18/26 Self Study Chapters 1-5 |
10/19/26 to 10/22/26 M-F 8:00am – 1:15pm Online Lectures Chapters 6-10 |
In-person Skills Lab TBD 8-10 Hours |
| Nov | 11/4/26 5:00pm – 6:00pm Introduction Online |
11/5/26 to 11/15/26 Self Study Chapters 1-5 |
11/16/26 to 11/19/26 M-F 8:00am – 1:15pm Online Lectures Chapters 6-10 |
In-person Skills Lab TBD 8-10 Hours |
| Dec | 12/2/26 5:00pm – 6:00pm Introduction Online |
12/3/26 to 12/13/26 Self Study Chapters 1-5 |
12/14/26 to 12/17/26 M-F 8:00am – 1:15pm Online Lectures Chapters 6-10 |
In-person Skills Lab TBD 8-10 Hours |
Tustin Campus (click to expand)
| Month | Orientation | Self Study | Live Lectures | Live Skills |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 1/5/26 5-6pm Introduction Online | 1/5/26 to 1/18/26 Self Study Chapters 1-5 | 1/19/26 to 1/31/26 M-F 8:00am – 1:00pm Online Lectures Chapters 6-10 | In person skills lab TBD, 8-10 hrs |
| Feb | 2/5/26 5-6pm Introduction Online | 2/6/26 to 2/22/26 Self Study Chapters 1-5 | 2/23/26 to 2/26/26 M-F 8:00am – 1:00pm Online Lectures Chapters 6-10 | In person skills lab TBD, 8-10 hrs |
| Mar | 3/3/26 5-6pm Introduction Online | 3/4/26 to 3/17/26 Self Study Chapters 1-5 | 3/18/26, 3/23/26, 3/24/26, 3/25/26 M-F 8:00am – 1:00pm Online Lectures Chapters 6-10 | In person skills lab TBD, 8-10 hrs |
| Apr | 4/1/26 5-6pm Introduction Online | 4/2/26 to 4/14/26 Self Study Chapters 1-5 | 4/15/26, 4/20/26, 4/21/26, 4/22/26 M-F 8:00am – 1:00pm Online Lectures Chapters 6-10 | In person skills lab TBD, 8-10 hrs |
| May | 5/5/26 5-6pm Introduction Online | 5/6/26 to 5/18/26 Self Study Chapters 1-5 | 5/19/26, 5/26/26, 5/27/26, 5/28/26 M-F 8:00am – 1:00pm Online Lectures Chapters 6-10 | In person skills lab TBD |
| Jun | 6/2/26 5:00pm – 6:00pm Introduction Online | 6/3/26 – 6/22/26 Self Study Chapters 1-5 | 6/23/26 – 6/26/26 M-F 8:00am – 1:15pm Online Lectures Chapters 6-10 | In-person Skills Lab TBD, 8-10 Hours |
| Jul | 7/1/26 5:00pm – 6:00pm Introduction Online | 7/2/26 – 7/19/26 Self Study Chapters 1-5 | 7/20/26 – 7/23/26 M-F 8:00am – 1:15pm Online Lectures Chapters 6-10 | In-person Skills Lab TBD, 8-10 Hours |
| Aug | 8/4/26 5:00pm – 6:00pm Introduction Online | 8/5/26 – 8/16/26 Self Study Chapters 1-5 | 8/17/26 – 8/20/26 M-F 8:00am – 1:15pm Online Lectures Chapters 6-10 | In-person Skills Lab TBD, 8-10 Hours |
| Sep | 9/2/26 5:00pm – 6:00pm Introduction Online | 9/3/26 – 9/14/26 Self Study Chapters 1-5 | 9/15/26 – 9/18/26 M-F 8:00am – 1:15pm Online Lectures Chapters 6-10 | In-person Skills Lab TBD, 8-10 Hours |
| Oct | 10/6/26 5:00pm – 6:00pm Introduction Online | 10/7/26 – 10/18/26 Self Study Chapters 1-5 | 10/19/26 – 10/22/26 M-F 8:00am – 1:15pm Online Lectures Chapters 6-10 | In-person Skills Lab TBD, 8-10 Hours |
| Nov | 11/4/26 5:00pm – 6:00pm Introduction Online | 11/5/26 – 11/15/26 Self Study Chapters 1-5 | 11/16/26 – 11/19/26 M-F 8:00am – 1:15pm Online Lectures Chapters 6-10 | In-person Skills Lab TBD, 8-10 Hours |
| Dec | 12/2/26 5:00pm – 6:00pm Introduction Online | 12/3/26 – 12/13/26 Self Study Chapters 1-5 | 12/14/26 – 12/17/26 M-F 8:00am – 1:15pm Online Lectures Chapters 6-10 | In-person Skills Lab TBD, 8-10 Hours |
This Course Prepares Healthcare Professionals To…
This course provides qualified students an introduction to accurately interpret cardiac rhythms and understand pharmacologic interventions commonly used in cardiac and emergency settings.
Key topics include:
- Cardiac anatomy and physiology
- Electrical conduction and the cardiac cycle
- Criteria for normal sinus rhythm
- Recognition of life-threatening dysrhythmias
- Appropriate clinical response and escalation of care
- Pharmacologic management of cardiac rhythms
Course Format & Enrollment Information
This course is delivered in a fully online, on-demand format, allowing qualified students to complete coursework at their own pace.
Instruction includes online lectures, videos, and interactive learning components, making it ideal for working professionals seeking flexibility.
- Online, self-paced access
- No scheduled class times
- Accessible from anywhere
- Designed for licensed nursing professionals
Designed For
- Registered Nurses (RNs)
- Licensed Vocational / Practical Nurses (LVNs / LPNs)
- Allied healthcare professionals
- Healthcare workers in acute, critical care, or emergency settings
Why Healthcare providers choose our ECG/EKG and Pharmacology Course
100% Online & Self-Paced
Complete coursework entirely online with on-demand access.
CE Credits Available
Help meet professional and licensure requirements efficiently.
Rhythm Recognition Focused
Learn to identify common and life-threatening cardiac rhythms encountered in clinical and emergency settings.
Pharmacology Integration
Understand medications commonly used to treat cardiac dysrhythmias and emergency conditions.
Real-World Clinical Response
Course content emphasizes timely recognition, communication, and activation of emergency medical services when needed.
Program Cost: $75
Tuition includes full online access to all course materials, lectures, and assessments. Upon successful completion, participants will receive a certificate verifying earned Continuing Education credit.
Why choose Genesis Medical College?
Our career-focused programs, personalized support, and expert faculty provide the foundation you need to start or advance your healthcare career.
Genesis Medical College (GMC) is recognized by the National Alliance of Wound Care® as a provider that meets the educational standards for exam eligibility.
Proudly serving the medical community since 1992 — thousands of graduates across the U.S.