Academy of Aesthetics Science
Electrocardiogram Technician
Electrocardiograph Technician (EKG)
Program Overview: Electrocardiogram Technician (EKG)
The Certified EKG Technician (CET) Program prepares you to become a skilled heart monitoring professional, ready to work in hospitals, clinics, and diagnostic labs across the U.S. This program is ideal whether you’re entering the healthcare field for the first time or looking to expand your clinical skill set to support cardiovascular diagnostics in clinical settings. You’ll gain the technical knowledge, hands-on training, and test prep needed to sit for the National Healthcareer Association (NHA) CET exam—all in just a few weeks.
Start Dates:
Workshop Enrollment
Price range: $650.00 through $1,182.00
Description
Here you can enroll for Workshop Courses, on-campus or online. Below, please select your Workshop and Start Date.
IMPORTANT: Make note of your Start Date. You will need this information to complete your Enrollment Documents.
BE ADVISED: Select your start date carefully as your registration fee ($150) is NON-TRANSFERABLE and NON-REFUNDABLE. If you request a change of start date, you will have to re-register and pay another $150 registration fee
Additional information
| Certification Workshop | Advanced Chemical Peels & Hydrafacials, Advanced Wood Therapy Certification, Business & Marketing for the Aesthetic Professionals, Dermal Fillers I & II, Dermaplaning & Microdermabrasion Techniques, Electrocardiogram Technician, Eyelash Extensions Technician, Hands-On Clinic Immersion, Microneedling with Regerative Agents, National Phlebotomy Certification, National Phlebotomy Certification en Español, Neurotoxins I & II, PDO Threads, Phlebotomy Remaining Balance, Ultrasound Cavitation Certification, Venus Legacy Radio Frequency Certification |
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| Start Date Workshop | 01/05/2026, 01/12/2026, 01/15/2026, 01/24/2026, 01/27/2026, 01/31/2026, 02/02/2026, 02/05/2026, 02/16/2026, 02/19/2026, 03/02/2026, 03/09/2026, 03/16/2026, 03/19/2026, 03/21/2026, 03/23/2026, 03/30/2026, 05/04/2026, 05/18/2026, 07/06/2026, 09/07/2026, 12/18/2025, Soon Next Date, 12/08/2025, Start Anytime, 01/26/2026 |
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What makes our program unique?
- National Certification: Prepares you to earn the CET credential from the National Healthcareer Association (NHA).
- Cardiac Specialty Focus: Master the use of EKG machines, lead placement, and cardiac monitoring.
- Hands-on experience: Students practice on mannequins and progress to real blood draws.
- Real Clinical Simulations: Practice with professional EKG equipment and real patient scenarios.
- Expert Instruction: Learn from licensed healthcare providers and certified technicians.
- All Materials Included: Study guides, practice exams, and hands-on equipment included—no hidden fees.
- Career-Focused: Build skills needed in hospitals, urgent care, cardiology offices, and emergency rooms.
- Flexible Financing: Enroll using Klarna, Affirm, or FlexPay with no interest or credit checks.
- Fast Track: Get certified and career-ready in just 5 weeks.
- Career Path Upgrade: Potential to upgrade from EKG technician to Medical Assistant.
Will I Get Certified as an Electrocardiograph Technician?
Yes. This program includes the full educational and clinical preparation required to sit for the NHA Certified EKG Technician (CET).
Our training covers all three domains tested on the NHA CET exam:
- Safety, Compliance & Coordinated Patient Care.
- EKG Acquisition.
- EKG Analysis & Interpretation.
** FAMA instructors will guide you through every step of the certification process—including test prep and registration.
EKG Certification Process
How It Works:
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How Do I Become a Certified Electrocardiograph Technician?
- Step 1: Attend classroom and lab sessions covering heart anatomy, vital signs, and EKG lead placement.
- Step 2: Learn how to conduct 12-lead EKGs, Holter monitoring, and stress testing.
- Step 3: Identify arrhythmias, pacemaker spikes, and cardiac abnormalities.
- Step 4: Take the NHA CET exam and earn your national certification.
** You’ll graduate with the confidence and skills to perform EKGs in hospitals, outpatient clinics, and diagnostic facilities.
Course Instructors
Jonathan Cuenca
Instructor
Jonathan is a highly skilled and knowledgeable instructor with years of experience in the industry.
Lucía González
Instructor
Lucia is a Venezuelan Aesthetic Doctor since 2001, double board certified, dedicated, passionate about teaching
Course Details
| Format: | Hybrid (Online + In-Person Labs) |
| Duration: | 4–6 weeks |
| Location: | Florida Academy of Medical Aesthetics, Pembroke Pines, FL. |
| Credential: | Electrocardiograph Technician (EKG) |
| Materials: | All included (books, equipment, exam prep) |
Electrocardiogram Technician
What You Will Learn:
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Domain 1: Safety, Compliance & Patient Care
- HIPAA and OSHA compliance.
- Infection control and standard precautions.
- Patient communication and professional ethics.
- Medical records (EMR/EHR) usage.
- Identifying cardiopulmonary distress.
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Domain 2: EKG Acquisition
- Lead placement for 3-, 5-, and 12-lead EKGs.
- Holter and ambulatory monitoring.
- Skin preparation and machine settings.
- Artifact identification and troubleshooting.
- Patient positioning for various testing protocols.
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Domain 3: EKG Analysis & Interpretation
- Reading rhythm strips.
- Identifying arrhythmias and abnormal waveforms.
- Measuring PR interval, QRS complex, QT interval.
- Recognizing ischemia, injury, and infarction.
- Calculating heart rate and determining regularity.
Program Objectives
The Goal of This Program:
Conduct EKGs with precision and patient safety in mind.
Interpret basic rhythm strips and identify irregularities.
Understand cardiac anatomy and the electrical conduction system.
Recognize emergency signs such as chest pain, syncope, and abnormal vitals.
Work with Holter monitors, stress test protocols, and telemetry setups.
Sit confidently for the NHA CET exam.
Practitioners will have learned:
How to accurately perform and document EKG procedures.
How to position patients and apply leads correctly for various tests.
How to identify and resolve common EKG tracing issues.
How to interpret waveform abnormalities and cardiac emergencies.
How to maintain patient safety, confidentiality, and comfort.
How to communicate findings to the healthcare team.
Graduates Are Eligible to Work In:
Medical Spas and Beauty Clinics.
Independent Esthetic Practices.
Wellness and Body Sculpting Studios.
Mobile Contouring Services.
Spa Suites and Boutique Studios.
What’s Included in the Ultrasound Cavitation Program?
Certificate of Completion: Awarded by FAMA upon successful completion of training and evaluations.
Clinical Protocol Sheets: Step-by-step instructions for treatment zones, client safety, and post-care.
Treatment Documentation Tools: Client intake forms, informed consent templates, and photo progress logs.
Live Model Practice: Supervised hands-on training with real equipment and clients.
Financing Options: Pay over time with Klarna or Affirm—no interest for qualified applicants.
Meet Our Campus
Florida Academy of Medical Aesthetics
Step into the future armed with the theoretical background, clinical knowledge, and business know-how necessary to turn your career goals into professional achievements.
Frequently Asked Questions
Admission Requirements
- Must be 18 years of age.
- Must have a High School Diploma or GED equivalent.
Syllabus of Phlebotomy National Certification
- Introduction to phlebotomy
- Blood Circulation, Function, and Composition
- Equipment for Specimen Collection
- Performing Venipuncture and Dermal Puncture
- Specimen Handling and Processing
- Special Phlebotomy Procedures
- Practicing Phlebotomy
Phlebotomy National Certification Requirements
Must Complete the entire workshop.
- Must Pass the final theoretical and practice exam.
Special FAMA Training Benefits
Phlebotomy Career Pathways
Graduates from FAMA’s Phlebotomy National Certification program are getting a jumpstart of the following careers:
- Laboratory Phlebotomist
- Traveling Phlebotomist
- Mobile Phlebotomist
- Medical Technician
- Emergency Room Technician
- Medical Laboratory Assistant
Do I need prior experience to join?
No, this course is designed for beginners as well as active professionals.
What materials are included?
All manuals, certifications, and access to recorded sessions are included.
“Whether you’re advancing your aesthetics career or pursuing opportunities administering and managing blood draws for diagnosis, transfusion or research, the NHA’s CPT credential instantly identifies you as a phlebotomy professional.“
Jonathan Cuenca, Instructor.
Next Steps!
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