Course

Course Summary
Credit Type:
Course
ACE ID:
ECNU-0087
Organization's ID:
M301
Organization:
Eastwick College-Nutley
Location:
Classroom-based
Length:
6 weeks (36 hours)
Dates Offered:
Credit Recommendation & Competencies
Level Credits (SH) Subject
Vocational-Certificate 2 Medical Laboratory or Ecg
Description

Objective:

The course objective is to the use of the Physician's Desk Reference (PDR), as well as the concepts and procedures necessary to obtain an ECG (Electrocardiogram) tracing. Students practice basic interpretation and prepare to take the ECG technician certification examination through the National Center for Competency Testing (NCCT).

Learning Outcomes:

  • Prepare and maintain examination areas for ECG processing
  • Perform selected tests that assist with diagnosis and treatment and use medical terminology
  • Appropriately research certain medications in the PDR
  • Prepare patients for procedures

General Topics:

  • ECG abnormalities, patterns, functions, and drug classifications
Instruction & Assessment

Instructional Strategies:

  • Audio Visual Materials
  • Laboratory
  • Lectures
  • Practical Exercises
Supplemental Materials