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Big Sandy offers certifcates for completion of various certification programs.

Offered Certificates
Certificate Embedded in Respiratory Therapy AAS


Electrocardiographic and Cardiac Monitoring Technician (Embedded Certificate)
Upon completion of this certificate, a graduate can:
1. Perform cardiopulmonary diagnostic procedures including electocardiograms, and patient assessment.
2. Recognize and interpret common cardiac rhythms and determine the need to communicate changes.
3. Perform emergency initiation of cardiopulmonary resuscitation.
4. Assemble, check, correct malfunctions, and assure cleanliness of cardiac monitoring equipment.
5. Maintain an ethical and effective relationship with the health care team.
6. Assist the physician in special procedures of cardiopulmonary care.