City College of Sa n Fra ncis co
John Adams Center
1860 Hayes St.
San Francisco, CA 94117 www.ccsf.edu
ELECTROCARDIOGRAPHY TECHNICIAN (ECG)
Learn to operate ECG equipment and work as an ECG Technician in a cardiology office,
non-invasive cardiac diagnostic department in a hospital, medical clinic, or other medical
facilities. Through this program, you will learn to perform electrocardiograms, heart
monitoring, and various stress testing procedures.
RECOMMENDED PREP:
ECGT 101 - ENGL 88 or ESL 188 or readiness for college -level English.
ECGT 102 - Completion of ECGT 101 or permission of Department Chair.
ORIENTATION AND COUNSELING
Remote Counseling Services are available for students:
1. Zoom appointment for counselor, phone (415) 561-1925
2. Phone appointment online https://esars.ccsf.edu
3. Email academiccounseling@ccsf.edu.
If you are unable to attend the orientation, you may register the first evening of class.
It is recommended to join a ZOOM orientation meeting.
ORIENTATION
DATES:
NOV 19, 2024 TUESDAY 2 - 4pm
MAR 18, 2025 TUESDAY 2 - 4pm
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FOR PROGRAM INFO: For questions regarding the ECG Technician Program, please visit our web site
at https://www.ccsf.edu/degrees-certificates/ecg-technician
HEALTH CARE TECHNOLOGY OFFICE: 415-561-1813
STUDENT SERVICES OFFICE: 415-561-1835
ECGT 101 4 units
ECG Technician I (Beginning)
Beginning ECG Technician students will learn to
operate a single-channel to a multi-channel
electrocardiography unit, methods of mounting
tracings, fundamental anatomy of the
cardiovascular system, associated medical
terminology, and evaluation of tracings,
including recognition of rates and basic
rhythms. ECG 101 is recommended for students
applying to the Paramedic Program. It can also
enhance the skills set and knowledge for EMTs,
Medical Assistants, and all health care
professionals.
Monday 6:10 pm - 9:00 pm
Francia, R Room 201
Wednesday 4:10 pm - 8:00 pm
St. Onge, S Gym Bldg., Room 102
ECGT 102 4 units
ECG Technician II (Advanced)
Advanced ECG Technician students will also
learn advanced terminology, rhythms, heart
blocks, hypertrophies and infarction patterns,
numerical axia determination and 3 -channel
machine operation.
Tuesday 6:10 pm – 9:00 pm
Francia, R Room 303
Thursday 5:10 pm – 9:00 pm
Francia, R REMOTE
5 STEPS COLLEGE ADMISSION PROCEDURES
1. Apply for Admission: Go to Admissions & Registration or call 415-239-3285.
▪ NEW CREDIT STUDENTS: Fill out a CCSF credit application at Credit Admission
or call 415-239-3285
▪ RETURNING STUDENTS: Have attended CCSF before as a credit student, but have not
enrolled in courses for 2 consecutive semesters (Spring & Fall) or more, reapply (update
your personal information) at Credit Admissions. Go to step 3. If you have only been away
for one semester, you are considered a Continuing Student.
2. Attend an orientation for the health program of interest. After orientation if there are no
questions about registration, tuition & fees, financial aid, or other student services go to
step 5.
3. Meet with a CCSF Counselor (Counselors available at John Adams Center for Zoom counseling
appointments, call 415-561-1925.)
4. Complete the Assessment: Go to Assessment Center or call 415-239-3751.
FOR PLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR NATIVE ENGLISH AND MATH
OR FOR ENGLISH AS SECOND LANGUAGE PLACEMENT
5. Register for Classes: Go to Online Schedule.
Visit “Virtual Help Counters” or call 415-239-3000 for CCSF remote services.
PAYING FOR COLLEGE
COSTS: (subject to change without prior notice) Go to “Tuition & Fees Office” or call 415-239-3522
• California residents: $46 per unit
• Nonresidents: $452 per unit ($46 per unit + $406 nonresident tuition)
• $20 Student Health Fee ($16 in Summer)
• Additional costs: books, supplies, uniforms, equipment, certification, etc.
“Free City” Program: free tuition to CCSF for eligible San Francisco residents. See
www.ccsf.edu/freecity
Financial Aid available: Go to “Financial Aid Office” (Search) at http://www.ccsf.edu or
call 415-239-3577.
For more information about graduation rates, loan repayment rates, and post -enrollment earnings
about this institution and other postsecondary institutions please click here:
https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/
Visit the CCSF Virtual Campus for more information about our resources for students and to
schedule an appointment with a counselor.
It is the policy of the City College of San Francisco to provide all persons with equal employment and educational opportunities regardless of race, color, ancestry,
national origin, ethnic group identification, religion, age, gender, marital status, domestic partner status, sexual orientation, disability or AIDS/HIV status, medical
conditions, gender identity, or status as a Vietnam-Era veteran. These categories specifically include status as a lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, or questioning
person in any District program or activity.
