A42 ECG Recording and Recognition for HCAs

Course summary

In today’s fast-paced healthcare environment, Healthcare Assistants (HCAs) are increasingly required to deliver safe, efficient care to patients presenting with potential cardiac issues. This practical virtual course is designed to build your confidence and competence in performing 12-lead ECG recordings and understanding basic ECG tracings. You’ll learn how to recognise normal patterns as well as common abnormalities, enhancing your ability to support patients effectively in clinical settings.

Who should attend?

Healthcare Assistants (HCAs) working in primary, secondary, or community care settings.

Important notes

Course materials, evaluations and certificate of attendance provided.

Cost

Course duration	Course CPD	In-house Course
1 day(s)	7 hour(s)	POA

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Aims / objectives

By the end of the session, you will be able to:

Apply basic knowledge of cardiac anatomy and physiology to ECG practice.
Understand the principles of ECG recording and interpretation.
Accurately record a standard 12-lead ECG.
Identify and troubleshoot common recording issues.
Recognise normal ECG tracings and identify commonly seen abnormalities.

Course programme

Introduction to cardiac anatomy and physiology
The cardiac conduction system explained
Step-by-step guide to recording a 12-lead ECG
Troubleshooting common ECG recording errors
Understanding the components of a normal ECG
Overview of common abnormal ECG patterns
Case studies and practical application

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TBA