ECG/EKG Technician Certification
ECG/EKG Technician – 50 Hour Certification Program
Prepare for your National ECG/EKG Technician Certification with hybrid learning that includes online instruction and live skills laboratory practice. This program offers a flexible pathway to enter acute care, emergency, and other fast-paced healthcare environments.
Apply now with a $50 application fee, applied toward total program cost.
Program Schedule & Enrollment Information
Select a campus location and start date for Orientation that fits your schedule.
Cerritos Campus (click to expand)
| Month | Orientation | Self Study | Live Lectures | Live Skills |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 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 – 1:00pm 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 – 1:00pm 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 – 1:00pm 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 – 1:00pm 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 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 – 1:00pm 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 – 1:00pm 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 – 1:00pm 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 – 1:00pm Online Lectures Chapters 6-10 |
In-person Skills Lab TBD 8-10 Hours |
Sacramento Campus (click to expand)
| Month | Orientation | Self Study | Live Lectures | Live Skills |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 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 – 1:00pm 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 – 1:00pm 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 – 1:00pm 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 – 1:00pm Online Lectures Chapters 6-10 |
In-person Skills Lab TBD 8-10 Hours |
This course prepares you for the National ECG/EKG Certification Exam
- Designed for healthcare providers entering acute or critical care
- National Certification Exam administered by NHA
- Instruction on cardiac anatomy, cardiac cycle, and electrical conduction
- Identify and respond to abnormal heart rhythms and conduction blocks
- Recognize myocardial infarction and ischemia using ECG interpretation criteria
- Hybrid learning includes online study, live-stream lectures, and in-person skills practice
Designed For
- Individuals entering the healthcare field
- Emergency/critical care professionals expanding clinical skills
- Prehospital providers and medical assistants who monitor ECG equipment
- Applicants must attend mandatory Orientation before class begins
- Prerequisites include high school diploma and English proficiency.
Why Students Choose Our ECG/EKG Program
Hybrid Online + In-Person Format
Complete coursework online and practice ECG skills in live lab settings.
Skills for Fast-Growing Healthcare Roles
Prepare for acute, emergency, and cardiac patient-care environments.
Accelerated 5-Week Program
Finish training in as little as 2 months, including orientation and clinical practice.
National Exam Preparation
Curriculum aligned with NHA certification requirements.
Affordable Access
Start with an application fee of $50 and pay the remaining balance over time.
Instructional Model
This hybrid training program includes:
self-paced online study modules
live-streamed online lectures
in-person lab skills sessions
Students complete 50 clock hours of ECG/EKG training, designed to prepare for national certification and competency in rhythm interpretation and patient monitoring procedures.
Program Cost: $890 Total
Application fee $50
No hidden fees such as insurance or document processing
Payment Plans are Available
- Note: National certification exam ($139) not included.