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Which exam outline this section follows
These lessons follow the published NHA CET test plan (≈44% EKG acquisition, ≈32% safety, compliance & patient care, ≈24% analysis & interpretation). Last reviewed October 2026.
NHA plans updated study materials for fall 2027 and the revised exam for winter 2027/2028. Confirm the current outline before your test date.
• Training: complete an approved EKG technician training program, or document qualifying work experience if your pathway allows it.
• Education: diploma/GED, with a provisional pathway available for eligible students scheduled to complete it within 18 months. Check the official requirements.
• CPR/BLS: your school or employer may require separate training. Verify those requirements directly; this is not listed here as an NHA eligibility or renewal rule.
• Clinical experience: NHA requires evidence of a minimum number of successful EKGs performed on live individuals (10 at the time of writing), documented on the application or attestation form.
• Online practice: the trainers and quizzes here do not count toward that clinical requirement — only real patients do.
Requirements are set by NHA and can change. Always confirm on the official CET page before you apply or renew.
Keep a personal count of successful live EKGs under appropriate supervision. This counter is not an official attestation; keep program documentation separately.