EKG Technician Training in CT: Hybrid 3-Day EKG Course
Learn heart rhythms and 12-lead EKGs in 2 live Zoom days, then perform 10 live EKGs on your hands-on lab day at our Middlebury, East Hartford or Woodbridge campus. It’s the last step before you sit for the NHA Patient Care Technician (CPCT/A) exam.
Only 3-Day EKG Program in CT
Completes the PCT Pathway
CT OHE Approved
10 Live EKGs
Questions? Call (203) 391-6766, Monday–Friday, 8am–5pm. · Apply for Financial Assistance
The only 3-day EKG program in Connecticut
2 days on Zoom + 1 hands-on lab day
Program length
24 hours: theory + skills
Format
Hybrid: 2 days on Zoom + 1 lab day
Tuition
$250 tuition · $500 program total
Certification
Leads to NHA CPCT/A (with CNA + Phlebotomy)
Schedule
Day: 3 days, 8 AM–5 PM · Evening: 5 nights, 5–10 PM
Lab campuses
Middlebury · East Hartford · Woodbridge
EKG Classes in CT: Program Overview
CPCT/ANHA Certified Patient Care Technician/Assistant
EKG is one of the exam's content areas
EKG is one of the exam's content areas
This EKG technician intro training consists of 24 hours of classroom (theory) and hands-on skills. Each student learns the basic theoretical component approved by the State of Connecticut and is trained on the competency skills that prepare them for the final exam with the National Healthcareer Association (NHA).
Our EKG course is built to finish your Patient Care Technician (PCT) training. Pair it with CNA and Phlebotomy and you’re eligible to sit for the NHA CPCT/A exam. Already a CNA? You only need Phlebotomy and EKG. Already a phlebotomist? You need CNA and EKG.
Good to know: this is not a full EKG Technician (NHA CET) exam-prep course. It teaches the EKG skills and theory covered on the PCT exam.
Our EKG program is the only 3-day EKG program in all of Connecticut: 2 days of live instruction on Zoom and 1 day in the lab running real 12-lead EKGs. Our students come from across Connecticut, including Stamford, New Haven, Hartford, Waterbury, Stafford and Bristol.
Hybrid EKG Technician
Learn online. Practice in person.
- 2 days live on Zoom
- 1 hands-on lab day
- 10 live 12-lead EKGs
- No textbook to buy
What You'll Learn in Our EKG Technician Course
Two Zoom days cover how the heart works and how to read an EKG. On lab day, you put it into practice on real patients.
Online Zoom Days (Days 1–2)
Straight from our EKG syllabus:
- Heart anatomy, blood flow and the coronary arteries
- The electrical conduction system and automaticity
- Reading a rhythm strip: boxes, paper speed, P-QRS-T waves and normal intervals
- Standard, augmented and chest leads
- Calculating heart rate (6-second, R-R and P-P methods)
- Identifying cardiac rhythms, ectopy and arrhythmias
- Artifact, ischemia, injury, infarction and pacemaker spikes
- Holter monitors, stress tests and telemetry
- HIPAA, patient privacy and hand hygiene
🔒 Live instruction on Zoom, 8:00 AM–5:00 PM. There’s no textbook to buy. You get the course slide decks, and each day ends with a quiz you need to pass with 80% or higher.
3-Day Class Schedule
Day program: 8:00 AM–5:00 PM, Monday–Wednesday or Wednesday–Friday. New classes start monthly. Evening program: 5 evenings, 5:00–10:00 PM, Monday–Friday, covering the same topics.
| Day | Focus | What you'll do |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Zoom How the Heart Works | Anatomy and blood flow, the conduction system, parts of a rhythm strip. Quiz 1 |
| 2 | Zoom Reading the EKG | Leads, heart rate, rhythm identification, artifact, ischemia, pacemakers, Holter, stress tests and telemetry. Quiz 2 |
| 3 | Lab Hands-On EKGs | Patient prep, lead placement on anatomical landmarks, run, print and upload 12-lead EKGs, vital signs. 10 live EKGs, Quiz 3 and skills check-off |
The lab day is mandatory. Live EKGs can’t be done online.
EKG Admission Requirements
- Age 18 or older, with proof of age (same as our PCT program)
- Able to speak, read and understand English
- Proof of completed CNA and Phlebotomy training, or enrollment in our Hybrid PCT program
- Signed enrollment agreement and registration fee paid
- Computer, tablet or phone with internet for Zoom
Lab and Graduation Requirements
- Attend both Zoom days and the lab day
- Successfully complete 10 live EKGs
- 100% accuracy on every skill taught
- 80% or higher on all 3 quizzes (grading: quizzes 60%, participation 40%)
- Balance paid in full to receive your Certificate of Achievement
How the program works
Online EKG Course: How Hybrid EKG Training Works
You can’t learn lead placement from a video alone. Our hybrid EKG course teaches the theory live on Zoom, then you finish with a full lab day running real EKGs. Here’s how it works, from enrollment to your PCT exam.
1
Enroll
Register, pay the registration fee and upload proof of your CNA and Phlebotomy, or enroll in the full Hybrid PCT program.
2
2 days on Zoom
Live instruction, 8 AM–5 PM. Pass each quiz with 80% or higher.
3
1 hands-on lab day
Complete 10 live 12-lead EKGs at your lab campus.
4
Get your certificate
Earn a Certificate of Achievement in EKG Technician from NMI.
Day and Evening EKG Classes
Both programs are 24 hours and cost the same.
Day Program
3 days · 24 hours
- Format
- 2 days on Zoom + 1 lab day
- Hours
- 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
- Days
- Monday – Wednesday or Wednesday – Friday
- Starts
- Monthly
Evening Program
5 evenings · 24 hours
- Format
- Evening sessions + lab session
- Hours
- 5:00 PM – 10:00 PM
- Days
- Monday – Friday
- Starts
- See the class calendar
You can reschedule your start date within 3 months of the original date.
EKG classes in CT
Online-Only EKG Courses vs. Our Hybrid EKG Class
Many EKG courses are 100% online. Here’s what our hybrid format adds.
| Typical online-only course | NMI Hybrid EKG | |
|---|---|---|
| Instruction | Recorded videos | 2 live days on Zoom with an instructor |
| Hands-on lab | None | 1 full lab day on campus |
| Live EKGs | None | 10 live 12-lead EKGs |
| Lead placement | Diagrams only | On real patients, checked by an instructor |
| Path to PCT | Separate programs | Completes CNA + Phlebotomy + EKG |
| Local campus and staff | No | 3 lab campuses in Connecticut |
The only 3-day EKG program in Connecticut: 2 days on Zoom, 1 in the lab.
3 lab campuses
EKG Classes Near Me: Find Your Lab Campus
Searching for EKG classes near me? Enter your ZIP code to find the closest of our 3 EKG lab campuses. Your Zoom days go wherever you do. You only come to campus for the lab day.
All EKG lab campuses
Distances are straight-line miles from the center of your ZIP code. EKG labs run only at Middlebury, East Hartford and Woodbridge.
EKG Technician Classes Near Me in Connecticut
Looking for EKG classes, an EKG tech school or EKG training near you? Pick your area.
Near Bristol? Most students choose Middlebury. Near Stamford? Woodbridge is the closest lab. Near Stafford Springs? East Hartford is closest.
How Much Are EKG Classes? Tuition and Program Cost
Hybrid EKG tuition is $250, and there’s no textbook to buy. Your program total is $500. Pay in full, split it with Klarna Buy Now, Pay Later, or use a school payment plan.
What's included
| Tuition | $250 |
| Course slide decks | Included |
| Supplies | $50 |
| Registration fee (non-refundable) | $200 |
| Program total | $500 |
Not included
- NHA Patient Care Technician (CPCT/A) exam: $175.58
- Rescheduling a class or lab day: $25 per day
Ways to pay
- School payment plans
- Klarna Buy Now, Pay Later
- WIOA funding through the Hybrid PCT program
Free EKG and PCT Training in CT
The EKG course on its own isn’t listed for WIOA funding. The Hybrid Patient Care Technician program, which includes CNA, Phlebotomy and EKG, is on Connecticut’s Eligible Training Provider List (ETPL), so WIOA funding can cover the full PCT program. We work with every workforce board in the state.
Southwest CT · Stamford, Bridgeport
South Central CT · New Haven
North Central CT · Hartford
Northwest CT · Waterbury
Eastern CT
How WIOA Funding Works
1. Contact your American Job Center
Tell them you want to train as a Patient Care Technician at Northeast Medical Institute. Your workforce board checks whether you qualify.
2. Get your voucher and enroll
If you’re approved, the board pays the school directly and we enroll you in the Hybrid PCT program, EKG included.
EKG Training and Your NHA Patient Care Technician Certification
Once you’ve completed CNA, Phlebotomy and EKG, you can sit for the NHA Certified Patient Care Technician/Assistant (CPCT/A) exam. It covers patient care, safety and compliance, infection control, phlebotomy and EKG. Pass it and you’re a nationally certified Patient Care Technician. You renew every 2 years with 10 continuing education credits.
The NHA also offers a separate, EKG-only credential, the Certified EKG Technician (CET). Our 24-hour course is designed for the PCT exam, not the CET. Want to compare the two? Read our EKG certification guide.
100
scored questions · 2 hours
$175.58
NHA CPCT/A exam fee
390
passing score (200–500)
2 yrs
renewal · 10 CE credits
9,000+
students trained at NMI since 2018
5.0★
Google rating
6
Connecticut campuses
10
live EKGs before you graduate
CT Office of Higher Education Approved
NHA Exam Prep
Hybrid PCT on the WIOA ETPL
AHA CPR/BLS Training
What Is an EKG Technician and What Do They Do?
An EKG (electrocardiogram) technician is a healthcare worker who records the heart’s electrical activity by placing electrodes on a patient and running an EKG machine. The tracing helps doctors spot rhythm problems, heart attacks and other heart conditions. Many EKG-trained workers in Connecticut are Patient Care Technicians who also handle patient care and blood draws.
Patient Care Technicians who run EKGs work alongside nurses and physicians in hospitals, cardiology offices, urgent care and nursing facilities. On the job you’ll:
Set up an EKG machine and assist with stress tests
Prepare patient files for the physician
Schedule appointments as needed
Identify basic EKG rhythms
Place 12-lead electrodes on the right landmarks
Take vital signs and explain the test to patients
Protect patient privacy when printing and uploading EKGs
What Is the Difference Between an EKG Technician (CET) and a Patient Care Technician (PCT)?
A Certified EKG Technician (CET) focuses only on EKGs and cardiac monitoring. A Patient Care Technician combines CNA patient care, phlebotomy and EKG in one role, which is why hospitals hire PCTs for so many floors.
Our EKG course is the EKG piece of the PCT. More on PCT certification → · EKG certification (CET) explained →
Hands-On EKG Training
We don’t just teach from slides. On lab day you’ll prep patients, place leads on anatomical landmarks, check machine speed and sensitivity, and run, print and upload 10 live 12-lead EKGs, the same work you’ll do on your first day as a PCT.
EKG Technician and PCT Salary in CT
$23.34/hr
Average hourly pay for Patient Care Technicians in Connecticut (Indeed, 2026).
EKG technicians in Connecticut average about $22.74 an hour ($47,302 a year), according to ZipRecruiter (Sept 2026). Patient Care Technicians, who add EKG to CNA and phlebotomy skills, average a little more.
Adding EKG to your CNA and Phlebotomy skills qualifies you for PCT roles that pay more than CNA or phlebotomy alone and open doors on hospital floors, telemetry units and cardiology practices.
Where EKG-trained PCTs work
Hospitals
Telemetry units
Emergency departments
Cardiology offices
Urgent care
Dialysis centers
Nursing facilities
Healthcare Pay in Connecticut
| PCT average hourly pay (Indeed, CT) | $23.34 |
| EKG technician average hourly pay (ZipRecruiter, CT) | $22.74 |
| Phlebotomist median, CT | $45,820 |
| Phlebotomist median hourly, CT | $22.03 |
| Nursing assistant median, CT | $44,790 |
| Phlebotomist job growth, 2025–35 (U.S.) | 7% |
Sources: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (May 2025 pay; 2025–35 projections); Indeed (2026); ZipRecruiter (Sept 2026).
Who Should Attend?
01
Recent high school graduates & pre-health students
Clinical experience is vital for anyone 18 or older looking to enter the PA, nursing or medical field. PCT work is a chance to explore the field before you commit.
02
Career changers
Looking to change careers but not sure how to get your foot in the door of the medical field? PCT is one of the fastest ways in.
03
Unemployed or underemployed
Need to earn and bills are piling up? Ask about WIOA funding for the Hybrid PCT program, Klarna Buy Now, Pay Later, or a school payment plan.
Your career path
How to Become an EKG Technician or PCT in CT: Your Career Path
EKG is the final training step before the PCT exam.
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Hybrid EKG
24 hours · 3 days · $500 · 10 live EKGs
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Already a CNA? You only need Phlebotomy + EKG. Already a phlebotomist? You need CNA + EKG. Or do all three in our Hybrid PCT program. Pre-health student? See our Pre-Health Pathways.
Why Choose Northeast Medical Institute
CT's only 3-day EKG program
2 days on Zoom and 1 lab day, Monday–Wednesday or Wednesday–Friday.
10 live EKGs
Real 12-lead practice on patients, not just diagrams.
Completes your PCT
CNA, Phlebotomy and EKG all under one roof.
3 lab campuses
Middlebury, East Hartford and Woodbridge.
9,000+ students trained
Training Connecticut healthcare workers since 2018.
Affordable
$500 total, no textbook to buy. Klarna and payment plans available.
What Our Students Say
5.0 ★★★★★ on Google
Read what EKG, PCT and other students say about training at Northeast Medical Institute.
FAQs About EKG Technician Training in CT
Program and schedule
Does this EKG course prepare me for the NHA CET (EKG Technician) exam?
No. This is a 24-hour EKG course built for our Patient Care Technician pathway. It covers the EKG content on the NHA CPCT/A exam. It isn’t a full CET exam-prep program.
How long is the EKG course?
24 hours. The day program runs 3 days, 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM (Monday–Wednesday or Wednesday–Friday): 2 days on Zoom and 1 hands-on lab day. The evening program runs 5 evenings, 5:00 to 10:00 PM, Monday through Friday.
How long does it take to become an EKG technician or PCT?
The EKG course takes 3 days. To sit for the NHA Patient Care Technician exam you also need CNA and Phlebotomy. If you already have both, you’re exam-ready right after this course.
Is the EKG course online?
It’s hybrid. Two days are live on Zoom, and one day is an in-person lab where you perform live EKGs. The lab can’t be done online.
How many live EKGs do I perform?
You must successfully complete 10 live EKGs during the lab to graduate.
Is there an EKG class near me?
If you live in Connecticut, likely yes. EKG labs run at Middlebury (Waterbury area), East Hartford (Hartford area) and Woodbridge (New Haven area). The Zoom days can be done from anywhere.
Can I change my start date?
Yes, within 3 months of your original start date. Email [email protected]. After 3 months you’d need to re-register and pay again, and your original campus or time isn’t guaranteed.
Cost and requirements
How much do EKG classes cost?
The program total is $500: $250 tuition, $50 supplies and a $200 non-refundable registration fee. The NHA Patient Care Technician exam ($175.58) is extra.
Can I pay for EKG classes over time?
Yes. You can use Klarna Buy Now, Pay Later or one of our school payment plans. Call (203) 391-6766 to set one up.
Can WIOA pay for EKG training?
The EKG course on its own isn’t listed for WIOA funding. Our Hybrid Patient Care Technician program, which includes EKG, is on Connecticut’s Eligible Training Provider List, so eligible students can get WIOA funding for the full PCT program.
What if I miss a class or lab day?
Rescheduling costs $25 per day, and make-up days must be done within 2 months of your original end date. Documented court orders, COVID and approved medical emergencies are excused.
Do I need to be a CNA or phlebotomist first?
Yes. Students need CNA and Phlebotomy, either completed in the past with valid proof or taken with us as part of the Hybrid PCT program.
How old do you have to be to take EKG classes?
You must be 18 or older, the same as our Patient Care Technician program.
Do you offer evening EKG classes?
Yes. The evening program runs 5 evenings, 5:00 to 10:00 PM, Monday through Friday, for the same 24 hours. Check the class calendar for the next evening start.
Do I need a high school diploma?
Not to take the course. The NHA requires a high school diploma or GED to sit for the CPCT/A exam.
EKG technician careers
How do I become an EKG technician in Connecticut?
Connecticut doesn’t license EKG technicians. Employers look for EKG training and a national certification. At Northeast Medical Institute, you learn EKG in our 3-day hybrid course and pair it with CNA and Phlebotomy to earn the NHA Patient Care Technician (CPCT/A) credential, which covers EKG.
How long does it take to become EKG certified?
Our EKG course takes 3 days. If you already have CNA and Phlebotomy, you can sit for the NHA CPCT/A exam right after. Starting from scratch, our Hybrid PCT program (CNA + Phlebotomy + EKG) takes about 5 weeks on the day schedule.
Can you get EKG certified online?
Not fully. You can learn the theory online, but you need hands-on practice performing EKGs on real people. That’s why our course pairs 2 Zoom days with an in-person lab day where you complete 10 live EKGs.
Is it hard to become an EKG technician?
Most students find it very manageable. The hardest parts are memorizing lead placement and learning to recognize rhythms, and both get easier with hands-on practice. Our course has 3 short quizzes and a lab day with an instructor checking every EKG you run.
What certification is needed for an EKG technician?
Connecticut doesn’t require one by law, but most employers want a national credential. The two common ones from the NHA are the Certified EKG Technician (CET) and the Certified Patient Care Technician/Assistant (CPCT/A). Our course prepares you for the EKG portion of the CPCT/A. Read our full EKG certification guide →
Can a CNA or PCT be an EKG tech?
Yes. Many hospitals have CNAs and PCTs run EKGs once they’re trained. A CNA who adds Phlebotomy and EKG can become a certified Patient Care Technician, and running EKGs is part of a PCT’s daily work.
Who gets paid more, a phlebotomist, a CNA or an EKG tech?
In Connecticut the pay is close: EKG technicians average about $22.74 an hour (ZipRecruiter, 2026), phlebotomists earn a median $22.03 and nursing assistants $21.53 (BLS, May 2025). Patient Care Technicians, who combine all three skills, average about $23.34 an hour (Indeed, 2026).
Is EKG tech a good career? Is EKG certification worth it?
For many people, yes. It’s one of the fastest ways into hospital work, and it pairs well with CNA and phlebotomy. Adding EKG qualifies you for PCT roles on telemetry, cardiology and emergency units, and it’s a solid step toward nursing, PA or other healthcare careers.
Certification
What certificate do I receive?
Students who meet every requirement receive a Certificate of Achievement in EKG Technician from Northeast Medical Institute.
How do I get PCT certified after the course?
Once you’ve completed CNA, Phlebotomy and EKG, apply to the NHA and pass the CPCT/A exam. Read the full PCT certification guide →
I need testing accommodations. What do I do?
Provide medical documentation two weeks before your exam, then register through NHAnow.com. NHA processing takes 3–4 weeks.
How much do Patient Care Technicians make in Connecticut?
Connecticut PCTs average about $23.34 an hour, according to Indeed (2026).
How to Enroll
Four steps and you’re in class.
Step 1
Register online or call (203) 391-6766
Step 2
Pay the $200 registration fee and set up tuition
Step 3
Upload proof of your CNA and Phlebotomy
Step 4
Join your first Zoom class
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On the WIOA Eligible Training Provider List.
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80 hours · 2–4 weeks
Live Zoom plus hands-on labs. NHA CPT exam on-site.
Pharmacy Technician
132 hours · $1,600 total
Hybrid and PTCB-Recognized. Evening labs.
Finish Your PCT Training in 3 Days
Two days on Zoom, one hands-on lab day with 10 live EKGs at a campus near you.
Monday–Friday, 8am–5pm