Certificate in ECG Technician – Syllabus

Module 1: Introduction to ECG Technology

• Introduction to ECG (Electrocardiography)

• History and Importance of ECG

• Role and Responsibilities of ECG Technician

• Ethics and Professional Conduct in Healthcare

Module 2: Human Anatomy & Physiology

• Structure of Human Heart

• Cardiovascular System

• Blood Circulation Process

• Basic Anatomy of Chest and Heart Functions

Module 3: Fundamentals of ECG

• Principles of Electrocardiography

• ECG Machine and Its Components

• Understanding Electrical Activity of the Heart

• Types of ECG Procedures

Module 4: ECG Equipment Handling

• Introduction to ECG Machine

• Use and Maintenance of ECG Equipment

• Calibration of ECG Machine

• Troubleshooting Common ECG Machine Problems

Module 5: ECG Recording Techniques

• Patient Preparation for ECG

• Electrode Placement Techniques

• Standard 12-Lead ECG Procedure

• Recording and Monitoring ECG

Module 6: ECG Interpretation Basics

• Normal ECG Waveforms (P, QRS, T Waves)

• Heart Rate and Rhythm Analysis

• Basic Cardiac Arrhythmias

• Identifying Common ECG Abnormalities

Module 7: Patient Care & Safety

• Communication with Patients

• Infection Control Measures

• Emergency Patient Handling

• Safety Precautions during ECG Procedures

Module 8: Hospital & Diagnostic Centre Management

• Record Keeping and Documentation

• ECG Report Preparation

• Medical Ethics and Confidentiality

• Teamwork in Healthcare Services

Module 9: First Aid & Emergency Care

• CPR (Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation) Basics

• Emergency Response in Cardiac Cases

• Basic Life Support (BLS)

• Patient Monitoring in Emergencies

Module 10: Practical Training & Assessment

• Practical ECG Demonstration

• ECG Lead Placement Practice

• ECG Machine Handling Practice

• Final Practical and Written Examination