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Elevate Your Clinical Expertise: Master Electrocardiography with HLTCAR001

HLTCAR001 Perform Electrocardiography

Course
Duration

6 hrs

Course
Cost

$300

Delivery
Mode

Online

Official
Recognition

HLTCAR001 Perform Electrocardiography Overview

The HLTCAR001 unit of competency is delivered fully online, which means it is self-paced, offering flexibility for study time and completion date.

To undertake the course, you will be required to complete:

A self-directed online eLearning module
Undertake self-directed learning activities
Complete x 3 supervised ECGs with an approved supervisor in your workplace
Provide and troubleshoot 1 ECG recording
Complete short answer questions on Policies and Procedures in your clinical setting

Your module will be supported by an RTO accredited trainer who can assist your course progression and help with troubleshooting if you experience any difficulties throughout the course.

Entry Requirements

Learners attending this training will have:

A healthcare qualification training such as nursing or paramedicine for whom performing ECG is part of the job role
Be employed in a healthcare facility that and have access to an ECG machine and patients requiring the collection of an ECG
Hold a current registration with Australian Heath Practitioners Regulation Agency (APHRA)

Target Audience

This unit applies to health practitioners for whom performing electrocardiography is part of the job role. They may be working in hospitals, primary health care or in other allied health care environments.

The skills in this unit must be applied in accordance with Commonwealth and State/Territory legislation, Australian/New Zealand standards and industry codes of practice.

Career Opportunities

Upon completing HLTCAR001 Perform Electrocardiography, you’ll be equipped with valuable skills that open up career opportunities in a range of healthcare settings. Here are some potential career paths:

Career Opportunities

Nurse (Cardiac Care Focus)
- Nurses with ECG training often specialise in cardiac care, assisting in monitoring heart patients and administering tests like ECGs in both hospital and outpatient settings.
Cardiac Technician
- Specialise in performing ECGs, stress tests, and other diagnostic tests for patients with heart conditions. You’ll work in hospitals, clinics, or diagnostic imaging centers.
Electrocardiograph (ECG) Technologist
- Perform ECGs and interpret the results, assisting doctors in diagnosing heart-related conditions. This role is found in hospitals, outpatient care centers, and specialty cardiac clinics.
Medical Assistant
- In this role, you’ll support healthcare providers by assisting in clinical tasks like taking ECGs, monitoring patients’ heart health, and providing general care in clinics or general practice settings.
Physician’s Assistant (Cardiology)
- With a background in electrocardiography, you may support cardiologists in diagnosing and treating heart diseases, performing tests and monitoring patients’ heart conditions.
Health Technician in General Practice
- Work in general practices and family clinics, performing ECGs and other diagnostic tests to support physicians in diagnosing heart conditions and providing ongoing care.

Learning Outcomes

Upon successful completion of this course, participants will be able to:

Prepare Patients for Electrocardiography (ECG) Procedures

Effectively prepare patients by explaining the procedure, ensuring comfort, and positioning the patient correctly for ECG recording.

Operate ECG Equipment

Demonstrate competence in setting up, operating, and maintaining electrocardiography equipment to ensure accurate readings.

Perform ECGs Accurately

Conduct peripheral electrocardiograms, ensuring the correct placement of electrodes and accurate recording of heart electrical activity.

Identify and Interpret ECG Waveforms

Understand and interpret standard ECG waveforms, identifying abnormalities that may indicate heart conditions such as arrhythmias, ischemia, or infarction.

Ensure Patient Safety and Comfort

Apply infection control measures, ensure patient privacy, and manage any patient discomfort during the ECG procedure.

Document and Communicate ECG Results

Accurately record and report ECG results, ensuring clear communication with medical professionals for diagnosis and treatment planning.

Accredited Units

Unit Code	Unit Name
HLTCAR001	Electrocardiography

Assessment

You are firstly required to complete the assessment questions within the online learning package.

You will then be required to submit;

Evidence of 3 ECG’s collected under the supervision and guidance of their trainer or the appropriately trained clinician. demonstrating all the criteria outlined in the assessment tools.
Evidence of troubleshooting of one ECG trace
Completion of short answers regarding local policies and procedures

Once all assessment tools are completed, they will be uploaded into your learner portal for validation and verification. You will have 6 months from your enrolment date to complete all clinical assessments.

Certification

Candidates who enrol and complete the requirements of HLTCAR001 will be awarded a statement of attainment for the following units of competency.

HLTCAR001 Perform Electrocardiography

Duration

The course duration for HLTCAR001 is outlined below, course completion times may vary based on factors such as prior knowledge and individual learning pace.

10 hours of online training and review of written resources
40 hours self-directed learning
10hrs Assessment completion time

Learners have 6 months from the enrolment date to complete all training requirements.

Fees

The course fee is $300, which includes access to our online learning resources and ongoing support from a certified trainer and assessor.

Course Essentials

Student Handbook

Take the Next Step

Getting started with your training is simple. Just click the button below to access our secure online enrolment form. You’ll be guided through a quick step-by-step process to provide your details and confirm your place.

Our enrolment system is available 24/7, making it easy to enrol at a time that works for you — whether you’re on shift, offshore, or balancing a busy schedule.

Take the next step in your professional development. Start your enrolment today.

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HLTCAR001 Perform Electrocardiography

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Elevate Your Clinical Expertise: Master Electrocardiography with HLTCAR001