Cardiographic Technician

Cardiographic Technician

Contact Theresa at 440.891.7697 or  tliska@polaris.edu to arrange a personal tour!

230 HOURS (18 WEEKS)

The Cardiographic Technician program is designed to prepare students to perform non-invasive cardiac testing procedures, such as electrocardiograms, Holter and telemetry monitoring, along with stress testing and safe practices for the healthcare professional. Cardiographic technicians work in hospitals and cardiology offices to assist physicians in the diagnosis and monitoring of heart disease.

Students will receive 130 hours of classroom training, have the opportunity to gain practical experience through a 100-hour unpaid externship (work-based activity) in a local, non-smoking clinical setting. A minimum of 90% attendance with a C average (70%) grade or better is required for students to participate in the externship (work-based activity) opportunity.

Upon completion, students will be eligible to take the Certified EKG Technician (CET) exam through the National Healthcareer Association. Students will also be eligible to take the Cardiographic Technician (CCT) exam and the Cardiac Rhythm Monitoring Certification exam (CRAT) through Cardiovascular Credentialing International. (CCT and CRAT exams not included in program cost).

Note: Students may be required to complete (at the student’s expense) immunizations/titers, drug screening, physical exam, and/or background check prior to externship (work-based activity) placement at an externship (work-based activity)/clinical site. Externship (work-based activity) hours must be completed during daytime working hours.

Requirements for Completion:
• A “C” average (70%) or higher
• Attendance rate not less than 90%
• Payment of all outstanding obligations to the school
• Completion of externship (work-based activity)

Certifications:
• Certified EKG Technician (CET)
• AHA Healthcare Provider CPR

Career Opportunities:
• EKG Technician
• Cardiac Monitor Technician
• Certified Holter Technician
• Stress Lab Technician

Fall 2022 - Evening 
Program Orientation: Monday, September 12, 2022, 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
September 14, 2022 - January 25, 2023 (approximate ending date)
Monday & Wednesday: 6:00 PM – 10:00 PM

Spring 2023 - Evening 
Program Orientation: Monday, February 6, 2023, 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
February 8, 2023 - June 7, 2023 (approximate ending date)
Monday & Wednesday: 6:00 PM – 10:00 PM

Total Program Cost $3,295: 
Includes Tuition: $2,861, Books & Supplies: $187, Materials & Assessments: $247

Cost includes textbooks, supplies, and certification examination fees.  Students may expect the following additional costs: uniform and immunizations/titers and background check. At the discretion of the externship (work-based activity) site location, a drug screening and/or physical exam may be required.

Contact Theresa at 440.891.7697 or tliska@polaris.edu to arrange a personal tour!

Cardiographic Technician 2021-2022 Advisory Members

Ms. Gabrielle Albietz, Mercy Regional Medical Center
Ms. Luanne Coyle, Cleveland Clinic Foundation
Mrs. Sejal Dalsania, Cleveland Clinic Foundation
Mr. John Fleeman, Rhythm Management Group, PLLC
Ms. Megan Long, Ambucor
Mrs. Holly Lucas, Southwest General Health Center
Ms. Monica Sochecki, Cleveland Clinic Foundation Avon Hospital
Ms. Tracey Workman, Cleveland Clinic Foundation