Houston TX
ScottMust be registered 14 days before class begins
In-Person Instructor
3648 Cypress Creek Pkwy, Suite 201, Houston, TX 77068
Texas
EKG Technician Certification Course in Houston, Texas
A one-day, hands-on EKG technician course in Houston: learn to record an accurate 12-lead EKG. No prior medical experience needed, and the $45 national exam fee is included in the price.
- Total
- $443
- National exam included
- Length
- 1 Day
- 8hrs in class
- Deposit
- $100
- Holds your seat
Next classes: Nov 6
Upcoming EKG classes in Houston
Must be registered 14 days before class begins
Pick a class to reserve your seat with a $100 deposit. Dates and seats as of October 24, 2026.
Nov 6
Basic EKG Course
Our Basic EKG course is a hands-on introduction to performing electrocardiograms in a clinical setting. You’ll learn what an EKG actually measures, how to set up and operate the machine, and how to prepare a patient for the procedure — including skin prep, positioning, and explaining the process to keep patients comfortable.
From there, you’ll practice accurate lead placement for a standard 12-lead tracing, learn to recognize common problems like artifact and loose leads, and troubleshoot them before the tracing goes out. You’ll also learn the documentation side of the job: labeling the tracing correctly, recording patient information, and getting a clean, complete report into the chart for the physician to review.
No prior medical experience is required. This course trains you to produce accurate, usable tracings — interpretation and diagnosis remain the responsibility of the physician.
- Duration
- 1 Day
- In-class hours
- 8hrs
- Schedule
- 10:00am–6:00pm
- Course fee
- $398
- National exam fee
- $45
- Deposit to register
- $100
- Total
- $443
Everything you pay is fully refundable if you ask within 3 business days of registering. After that, payments are non-refundable.
What you will learn
The heart
- Coronary anatomy and physiology. Heart location, functionality, vessels, valves, layers, structures, and how the heart relates to the nervous system.
- Electrophysiology. Polarization, depolarization, repolarization, waves, complexes, intervals and segments; electrical issues surrounding the heart.
Running an EKG
- Lead placement. Names, functions and placement for all leads on an ECG, and troubleshooting faulty leads. Practice up to 20 live EKGs in class.
- Technical aspects. Safety, controls and functions, and telling artifact apart from rhythm.
- EKG routine. The process from start to finish, including patient identification through the record and printout.
Reading the strip
- Heart rate calculation. The three types of rhythm irregularity, and methods for calculating heart rate on a range of rhythm strips.
- Basics of rhythm strip interpretation. A systematic approach to basic interpretation of rhythm strips and heart rates.
- Commonly seen heart rhythms. The most common heart rhythms, abnormal rhythms and their potential effect on the patient, and basic rhythm strip identification.
Beyond the basics
- Basics of cardiac pharmacology. A level-appropriate overview of common cardiac drugs, their uses and potential side effects.
- Introduction to diagnostic electrocardiography. Cardiac stress testing, Holter monitoring and other cardiac monitors used to diagnose and monitor heart conditions.
What Texas students say about OQMPS
★★★★★
I highly recommend this School. Mr Scott is an amazing teacher, he makes the class so fun and he gives you all the necessary information and techniques to succeed. Some time you get nervous learning a new skill but I had a great time learning with my class mates. I was also recommended to his class and I don’t regret it. Well deserved 5stars
Stephanie Epiliki
Texas OQMPS Student
★★★★★
First off I was pretty nervous with the class and the price. Scott was a great and funny instructor. Lots of hands on. It was actually pretty fun here. If you want to be a phlebotomist take the class.
Cuong Lam
Texas OQMPS Student
★★★★★
This class was super informational and interesting at the same time. Best class I’ve ever taken thanks Scott!
Genna Martinez
Texas OQMPS Student
★★★★★
I enjoyed Mr. Scott's IV Technician class. I left out feeling confident and ready to go out into the working field. I finally learned how to do IV's ☺️☺️☺️☺️
Darkus Bloom
Texas OQMPS Student
★★★★★
Mr. Scott, the phlebotomist instructor, is truly exceptional! He covered everything we needed to know in a direct and thorough manner, without cutting any corners. His expertise shines through, and the class was fantastic. I highly recommend it to anyone interested in phlebotomy. Also the price of the class is also very reasonable, making it an excellent value. You get top-notch instruction from Mr. Scott without having to pay a fortune.
S J
Texas OQMPS Student
★★★★★
Mr. Scott’s class was great. I came in super nervous and left ready to work anywhere ! I even made friends throughout the course. Hope to see you all in the working world!! THANK YOU MR. SCOTT
Tiyonna Hogens
Texas OQMPS Student
Questions about EKG classes in Houston
Where are the Houston EKG classes held?
At 3648 Cypress Creek Pkwy, Suite 201, Houston, TX 77068. Registration is done online or over the phone; we do not register students at the training location.
How long is the EKG course?
1 day, 8 hours in class. Schedule: 10:00am–6:00pm.
How much does the EKG course cost in Houston?
$443 in all: a $398 course fee plus the $45 national exam fee. A $100 deposit holds your seat and the balance is due before class begins. Everything you pay is fully refundable if you ask within 3 business days of registering. After that, payments are non-refundable.
Do I need medical experience for the EKG course?
No prior medical experience is required. The course trains you to produce accurate, usable tracings; interpretation and diagnosis remain the responsibility of the physician.
When do I need to register by?
You must be registered 14 days before class begins. Texas requires it of every student.
Can I pay over time?
Yes. OQMPS offers financing through PayPal's Pay Later. Choose PayPal at checkout and follow the Pay Later prompts.