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NHA Certified EKG Technician (CET) Examination

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Phase 1You are here

Master safety/compliance and patient-care workflow requirements.

14
hours
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Phase 2

Prioritize acquisition skills: lead placement, setup, and artifact control.

20
hours
3

Phase 3

Build rhythm interpretation consistency with structured analysis methods.

12
hours
4

Phase 4

Complete timed mixed exams and final weak-domain review.

10
hours
Estimated total study time
56 hours
That's about 6 weeks at 10 hours/week

Can You Take the NHA CET Exam?

Check if you meet the basic eligibility requirements

Age
Education
High school diploma/GED (or scheduled completion within 12 months for student pathway)
Experience
Work pathway: 1 year supervised EKG experience in last 3 years or 2 years in last 5 years
Additional Requirements
  • Submit CET exam application through NHA account before scheduling
  • Take exam at school site, PSI center, or through live remote proctoring
  • Meet full eligibility documentation requirements to receive standard certification

NHA CET Quick Facts

Time to Get Licensed

5-9 weeks for most candidates

From start to license in hand

Exam Provider

PSI / Live Remote Proctoring

Remote Testing Available
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Retake Policy

After a failed attempt, wait at least 30 days to retest. After the third failed attempt, a one-year waiting period applies before another attempt.

Total Cost Breakdown

Exam Fee$129 CET exam application
Total Estimated Cost$129 minimum, excluding optional prep materials
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NHA CET Exam Details

NHA Certified EKG Technician (CET) Examination

Administered by National Healthcareer Association (NHA)

Official Source
Scaled score 390 (200-500 scale)
Passing Score
120
Questions
2
Hours
$129 exam application
Exam Fee
Study time: No official study-hour estimate published by NHA
Prerequisites: High school diploma/GED pathway plus NHA-approved training or supervised EKG work-experience pathway.
Valid for: 2 years

Exam Content Breakdown

Based on the official National Healthcareer Association (NHA) content outline

Safety, Compliance, and Coordinated Patient Care32%

Patient safety, quality controls, compliance, and coordinated care fundamentals.

EKG Acquisition44%

Lead placement, acquisition workflow, artifact reduction, and equipment operation.

EKG Analysis and Interpretation24%

Rhythm analysis, interval recognition, and interpretation basics for entry-level practice.

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What's Next After the NHA CET?

After passing the NHA CET, you can pursue these career paths

NHA CPCT/A

Combine EKG skills with bedside patient-care credentialing.

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NHA CCMA

Expand into broader ambulatory clinical assistant responsibilities.

Telemetry/Monitor Technician Roles

Use CET knowledge to transition into cardiac-monitoring support pathways.

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