EKG Certification Mesquite, Texas

EKG Technicians play a key role in the medical field.

EKG Technicians play a key role in the medical field. Their main responsibility is to attach patients to a monitor that provides readings of the heart. Here we will outline the entire process of becoming a Certified EKG Technician (CET).

EKG Technician Training

The first step to your career as a Certified EKG Technician (CET) is to choose a training program. Mesquite, Texas is home to many state recognized EKG training programs that will prepare students for an EKG Technician career. An EKG training program is generally about 40-80 in class hours and 20-40 clinical hours. In Mesquite, the typical class will have 10-30 students.

Questions For Programs in Mesquite

Be diligent when searching for a EKG training class. There are thousands of programs across the country but not all of them provide critical training required to enter the workforce. There are many training programs that regretfully do not have any resources for students to complete hands-on-training. This how students get their hands on experience performing EKGs on a live person. Without this, you will not meet the requirements to apply to be certified after completing the training.

Ask the following questions:

  1. Is the EKG training program approved by the state?
  2. How many hours is the EKG training program?
  3. Where are the clinical hours of the program completed?
  4. Does the EKG training program include the certification exam?
  5. What agency do students take the exam with?

If you are planning to attend a EKG training program and would like an ASET adviser to double check that the program is legit, contact us today.

The general requirements to attend a EKG training school include the following:

  • High School Diploma or GED
  • Over The Age Of 18
  • Clean Background Check (No Felonies)
  • Negative Hepatitis Test
  • Negative TB Test
  • Immunization Records

Upon successful completion of an EKG training course, you will get a Certificate of Completion. Your Certificate of Completion does not make you ‘Certified’. This is a enormously common misunderstanding. A Certificate of Completion is used as proof of successful completion of an EKG training school and is required to attempt the national certification test for individuals with no experience in the field.

EKG Certification Mesquite, Texas

Getting Certified In EKG In Mesquite, Texas

To get certified, an EKG Technician must have their competency put to the test by a third party endorsement agency, like ASET. Once certified, an EKG Tech will be required to renew their certification every two years by completing Continuing Education. This can be done through on the job workshops or online education units.

 

There are many certification agencies that EKG Techs can choose to become certified with. The cost to become ASET Certified is $150.00 and includes your full study guide, unlimited practice exams, three final certification exam attempts and a professional resume revision. The entire process can be completed online in the ASET learning management system.

The prerequisites to take the certification exam with most agencies include the following:

  • High School Diploma or GED
  • Completion of an EKG Training Program OR 1 Year of On-The-Job Experience in the Past 3 Years
  • 10 Successful EKGs
 
Click to learn more about becoming a Certified EKG Technician (CET).

Preparing to take the Certification Exam

Once you have registered to attempt the certification exam, you should prepare by reviewing related materials provided to you by the certification agency. Every agency has breakdown materials based on their credentialing exams. Be sure to study every day for at least one hour until you are confident in your knowledge. Taking practice exams can greatly increase your chances of passing the final exam. ASET provides full review materials, unlimited practice exams and three chances to attempt the national certification exam.

 

 

After you have passed the final exam, your credentials are immediately inputted in the national registry and a digital copy of your credentials is provided in your account. Your digital copy, side by side your ASET transcripts, should be downloaded and printed for use as proof of certification.

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Program Includes:
Study Materials  Unlimited Practice Exams  3 Final Exam Attempts
Program Includes:
  • Study Materials
  • Unlimited Practice Exams
  • 3 Final Exam Attempts


Starting Your Medical Career in EKG

Now that you’re a Certified EKG Technician (CET), you’re ready to begin your medical career in Mesquite, Texas. EKG is a good field to enter the medical workplace and is a starting point for many nurses, nurse aide, medical assistants and medical laboratory technicians. EKG Techs can expect to work a typical 40 hour work week and earn an average annual salary of $59,000. This salary is the national average and does differentiate from state to state.

EKG job duties include:

  • Evaluating a patient and explaining procedures
  • Verify patients identity
  • Performing EKG
  • Point of care testing
  • Preparing test results for the doctor
  • Maintaining your area and equipment

ASET works with multiple staffing agencies to help our members find a career in the EKG field. Click here for more information on job placement assistance by ASET. 

Renewing Your Certification

Certified EKG Technicians will have to renew their CET Certification after two years. An EKG Tech should start the process at least 30 days prior to the week their certification expires. This will permit the technician ample time to attend their continuing education hours and submit their renewal assessment. You will not need to go back to an EKG course or attend a class to renew your certification.


The renewal process can be completed entirely online in the ASET learning management system. The cost to renew your certification for the new two year time period is $150.00. Renewing ensures your employer that you are dedicated to updating your knowledge in the field of EKG.
 

Click to learn more about Renewing You CET Certification.

Certified EKG Instructor In Mesquite, Texas

A Certified EKG Instructor (CEI) is a highly talented EKG Technician with more than 5 years of experience in the field. EKG Instructors can work for or own their own school. They’re responsible for ensuring that students in their class are retaining the guidance provided by their curriculum. Every class in Mesquite, Texas should tell their students with the instructors background and credentials.
If an EKG Technician meets the requirements and wishes to become a Certified EKG Instructor (CEI) they can undergo the entire process online. If you would prefer to speak with someone regarding the process, contact us today.
 

Click to learn more about becoming a Certified EKG Instructor (CEI).

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