ECG Awareness Training teaches healthcare workers how to take and understand electrocardiograms (ECGs). Participants learn how to place the electrodes correctly and spot normal and abnormal heart patterns. The course also covers infection control, keeping patients safe, and how to write down the ECG results.
ECG Awareness Training equips healthcare workers about electrocardiograms (ECGs), including how to record and understand heart activity.
Participants learn about the heart's electrical system, how to put electrodes in the right places, and how to spot normal and abnormal patterns on an ECG. The course also covers infection control, documentation, and keeping patients safe during ECG tests.
The training aims to build confidence in ECG knowledge, improve patient care, and provide a foundation for a solid cardiac health studies. Participants will receive a Level 2 Certificate in ECG Awareness after successfully completing the course.
We can deliver this training at your premises, as long as it's within the UK.
We also have our own venues in Stoke on Trent, London, Swindon, Epsom & York if you need access to a training room (additional charges will apply).
Also, we can deliver this training virtually using Zoom. However, sessions delivered via Zoom will be theory only and will not include any practical’s.
How long will the training last?
This training will last 2-3 hours. We give a range of time to account for variable factors such as; underlying knowledge and competence of delegates, class interaction and engagement and reduced delegate numbers.
If a course finishes earlier than the allotted time, it will be due to one of these reasons.
However, our trainer will ensure that all learning outcomes have been met.
Will attending this training make me competent?
In short, no. No classroom-based training course can give you full competency - be very wary of anyone claiming they can.
Our classroom-based assessments are designed to bridge the gap between classroom learning and workplace competency.
We will be sure to provide you with the relevant workbooks and competency proformas to be observed and signed off within the workplace according to your local policy.
Who will conduct the training?
One of our expert tutors. These all have an abundance of first hand care experience and knowledge - so you'll be in great hands!
We will let you know who is doing the training in advance.
In addition, you can check out their skills and experience by finding them on our meet the team page.
What equipment will you use for training?
We have a variety of different training equipment and tools available. The training will be relevant and transferable.
However, if you have a specific requirement for a particular type of equipment, please make this clear during the booking process, and the team will ensure this is provided.
Alternatively, we can use your own equipment for training.
ECG Awareness Training
The ECG Awareness Training course gives healthcare workers the important knowledge and skills needed to perform and understand electrocardiograms (ECGs) correctly. This training covers the basics of ECGs, including how the heart’s electrical system works and how to place the electrodes properly for accurate results.
Participants will also learn about infection control during ECG procedures to keep patients safe and follow healthcare rules.
The course explains the importance of good documentation, risk assessments, and knowing when to do or not do an ECG. Consent procedures are also covered to make sure healthcare workers communicate well with patients and follow ethical practices.
A hands-on practice session is included, so participants can apply what they’ve learned by showing how to use ECG equipment and fix common issues. By the end of the course, participants will be able to recognise normal and abnormal ECG patterns, understand their meaning, and know what to do if problems are found.
This training is great for nurses, healthcare assistants, and other medical workers involved in heart care or patient monitoring. Participants will receive a certificate of completion to show they have learned how to use ECGs properly.
Upon completing the course, you will receive a Level 2 certificate in ECG Awareness endorsed by Skills for Care and CPD UK.
This course provides learners with a good understanding of ECGs and how to use them.
1. Understanding ECG Basics
What is an ECG?
How the heart’s electrical system works.
How ECGs show heart activity.
Putting electrodes in the right places for true results.
2. Keeping Clean During ECGs
Why cleanliness is important.
How to keep everything clean.
Keeping patients safe from germs.
3. Writing Down ECG Results
Why writing down results is important.
How to write patient information and results.
Keeping records neat and organised.
4. Checking for Risks
Finding problems before they happen.
Keeping patients safe from harm.
What to do before starting an ECG.
5. When to Do an ECG
When an ECG is needed.
When an ECG might not be good.
Being careful in special cases.
6. Getting Patient Permission
Why patients need to agree.
Explaining the ECG to patients.
Making sure patients understand before starting.
7. Practice Time
Using ECG machines and reading results.
Fixing common problems with ECGs.
Feeling confident with the equipment.
This course outline shows the main topics participants will learn in the basic ECG certificate course. It helps learners gain the skills and knowledge they need to perform and understand ECGs with confidence.
The ECG Awareness Training course helps people learn many important things:
It teaches how to read and understand ECGs. You start with simple heart patterns and then learn about harder ones.
It helps you spot normal and abnormal heart patterns. This includes finding problems with how the heart beats.
It makes you feel more sure about reading ECGs and making good choices when taking care of patients.
It gives you useful skills to help patients. You can find heart problems even in people who don’t feel sick.
It gives you a good start if you want to learn more about heart health later.
When you finish the ECG course, you get a level 2 certificate. This shows understand ECGs well. It can help you in your job.
Who Should Attend the ECG Awareness Course
The ECG certificate course is for:
Nurses
Healthcare assistants
Junior doctors
Paramedics
Cardiographers
Medical students
Any healthcare professionals involved in patient monitoring or cardiac care.
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ECG Career Opportunities
Completing a half-day ECG Awareness course can open doors to various jobs in healthcare. Here’s where you might work and the roles you could take on:
Places to Work
Hospitals
Clinics
Emergency care settings
Job Roles:
Nurse or HCAs: Learn how to read basic ECGs to help take care of patients.
Healthcare Assistant: Help do ECG tests and look after patients.
Junior Doctors: Work in places like emergency rooms or with very sick patients.
Heart Test Specialists: Do special jobs with heart tests.
Ambulance Workers: Use ECG skills to help people in emergencies.
Respiratory Care: Supervise patients during tests like CPET or MPS.
While this course provides a good start, advanced roles may need more training or certification such as ECG Interpretation Training. It’s a great step toward growing your career in cardiac care and diagnostics.
10 FAQs for ECG Course
What is ECG Awareness Training? It is a course that teaches the basics of ECG recording and reading, focusing on understanding heart rhythms and spotting problems.
Who is the course for? The course is for nurses, healthcare assistants, paramedics, junior doctors, and other healthcare workers who help with heart care.
Do I need experience to take this course? No, you don’t need any experience. The course is for beginners and those who want to refresh their knowledge.
What will I learn in the training? You will learn about heart anatomy, how to place ECG electrodes, how to spot normal and abnormal rhythms, and how to fix common problems.
Is there a practical session? Yes, the course includes a hands-on session where you will practice using ECG equipment.
Is this course recognised? This course is recognised by Skills for Care and CPD. It meets regular standard for ECG Awareness that is needed within the healthcare setting. We aim to provide learners with adequate understanding of ECGs through this training.
How long does the training take? The half-day course lasts about 2-3 hours, including both learning, Q & A, and practice time.
What certification will I get? You will receive a certificate of completion for either the ECG Awareness Face-to-Face Training or ECG Awareness Virtual Training. No matter which mode you choose, our trainers are skilled at delivering excellent training.
How will this course help my career? It will improve your ability to perform and understand ECGs, help you provide better patient care, and open up more job opportunities in heart care.
Can I take this course online or in person? We offer both online and classroom options, so you can choose the one that works best for you. However, note that we offer this course for group and not just one person. Talk to our team.
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