Cardiographic Technician Program

•
•
•
•
•
•
•
Recent High School Graduates
Stay-at-home parents
Nurse Aids
EKG Technicians
EMT’s
Allied Health Professionals
Those looking for a career change
• Perform diagnostic procedures when requested by physician
• Assist physician to evaluate, diagnose and treat patients with
cardiac disease
• Operate machines that record electrical changes between heart
beats
February 11th – June 16th
Saturday
8:00 am – 3:15 pm
Dates
Description
February 11th – May 26th
Classroom
May 29th – June 15th
Externship
June 16th
Final Exam & Graduation
70 Hours
Didactic/Classroom
30 Hours
30 Hours
130 Hours
Mock Lab
Externship
Total
 High School diploma OR G.E.D
 High School seniors are considered
 English (verbal and written)
 Hand-to-eye coordination; finger agility
 Vision (normal or corrected)
 Might require drug testing or background
checks for the externship
 RECOMMENDATION:
 Familiarity with Anatomy and Physiology
 Medical Terminology
 Pharmacology of Cardiac Drugs
• Exhibit patient care skills
• Explain diagnostic procedures and provide
support to patients
• Understand the basic anatomy &
physiology
• Apply aseptic techniques in preparing and
handling instruments
• Work as a member of a healthcare team
•
•
•
•
•
•
Basic Cardiovascular Anatomy and Physiology
ECG Techniques and Recognition
Basic Cardiovascular Electrophysiology
Stress Test Techniques
Holter Monitoring
Cardiac Medications
• Preparation for CCT Exam
– Certified Cardiographic Technician
– Visit http://ccionline.org/sites/default/files/2011_App_BookFINAL.pdf for more information
– Exam issued by Cardiovascular Credentialing
International
 30 hours of externship
 Dates will be given on first day of class
 NORMAL BUSINESS HOURS
 (8:00 am – 5:00 pm M-F)





Days off work may be required
Prepare to be flexible!
Might not be during classroom timings
Must complete externship to successfully complete program
Any issues? Call 630.541.3600 and speak with externship
coordinator, Edith Prado, BEFORE CLASS BEGINS!
• Cardiographic Technician
– 2 years of experience
• Cardiologist
– 2 years of experience
Average Hourly Pay: $10.85 - $29.50/hour
Average Salary Pay: $21,700 - $59,000/year
**Information varies in regards to hours, location, certification and experience**
**Information can be found at the Bureau of Labor Statistics**
**Please visit www.bls.gov for detailed career info about Cardiographic Technicians**
•
•
•
•
Cardiographic Technician  Cardiovascular Technologist
Supplemental Formal Education
Credentialing
Increased Responsibility = Increased Pay/Salary
Laboratory Work
Demand for Cardiographic Technicians is expected to increase 24
percent through the year 2018, much faster than the average for all
occupations.
–
–
–
Prevalence of heart disease and the aging population, because older people have a
higher incidence of heart disease and other complications of the heart and vascular
system.
Procedures such as ultrasound imaging and radiology are being performed more
often as a replacement for more expensive and more invasive procedures.
Due to advances in medicine and greater public awareness, signs of vascular disease
can be detected earlier, creating demand for cardiovascular technologists and
technicians to perform various procedures.
www.bls.gov
• Hospitals
– Cardiology Departments
•
•
•
•
Doctor Offices
Universities
Colleges
Research Labs
• $2,195
– Includes all books, materials and lab fees
• Payment can be made by:
•
• Check
• Cash
• Credit Card
• Money Order
• Payment Plan through MSJC
Non-credit courses not eligible for Financial Aid (i.e. FAFSA,
Pell Grant, MAP grant, etc.)
Payment Methods
• First priority – Payment in Full
• Second Priority – Third Party Payment
– Worker’s Compensation
– Department of Rehabilitation
– Veteran’s or Military Spouse
• Third Priority – MSJC Payment Plan
MSJC Payment Plans
• No credit check; no interest or application fee
• All payments must be received during the time of the program-prior to
externship
• Final payment must be made prior to your final exam. Failure to do so
will make you ineligible to take your final exam
• Promissory note is signed
• “Failure to successfully complete program does not release me from this
obligation.”
• Communication is the key
• Default will result in collection-hold on college records
MSJC Payment Plans
• Down payment of $366.00
• 4 additional payments of $366.00
• Final payment of $365.00
• Final payment must be received prior to externship
• Nonpayment will result in being suspended from the program.
• Contact: Lupe Jiménez – (951) 487-3701
• Facebook: MK Education
• Twitter: @MKEducation
• Blog: www.blog.mkedu.org
•
•
•
•
•
Exclusive Job listings!
Sample test questions!
Advice from industry professionals for passing this course and
finding a job!
Upcoming events and job fairs!
Fun and Healthcare!
MK Education
1001 Ogden Ave Suite 201, Downers Grove, IL 60515
(630) 929-8604
bree@mrxicorp.com
www.mkedu.org