AHE 119 - Electrocardiography Tech Externship

Course Description
Practical experience in the functional role of the EKG technician. Students will be supervised by instructor and staff at a variety of facilities. Permit code required. S/U grade option. Registration permitted first seven weeks (six in the summer) as space is available.

Credits
1.0

Prerequisite
Completion of or concurrent enrollment in AHE 112 and AHE 117, or instructor permission

Course-level Learning Objectives (CLOs)
Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to:

Participate as a member of the healthcare team and effectively communicate arrhythmias and patient concerns to staff members.
Apply all principles and skills learned in the classroom and lab to direct patient testing.
Perform diagnostic electrocardiograms (EKGs) in a clinical setting or actively participate in observing cardiac monitors with a staff Monitor Technician.
Correctly interpret arryhthmias in a clinical setting.
Demonstrate compassion and understanding of all patients regardless of their race, sexual orientation, culture, gender and/or religion.
Demonstrate professional behavior in the clinical environment.

Course Typically Offered
Fall, Winter, Spring