How long does ekg technician training take in North Dakota?

Most people become an EKG Technician in North Dakota through a short EKG or cardiac-monitor program plus CET or equivalent; most states do not license EKG technicians.

Do ekg technicians need a license in North Dakota?

No statewide license is required for ekg technicians in North Dakota. Most employers expect industry certifications such as CET or equivalent.

How to Become an EKG Technician in North Dakota (2026)

Q: How much do ekg technicians earn in North Dakota?

According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS data (May 2025), ekg technicians in North Dakota earned a median annual wage of approximately $65,890 (using the related "Cardiovascular Technologists and Technicians" BLS category, since ekg technician wages are not tracked separately). Employment concentration in North Dakota is roughly 0.67 of the national average, meaning fewer workers per capita than the U.S. as a whole.

Q: What is the job outlook for ekg technicians in North Dakota?

North Dakota currently employs approximately 120 workers in the related "Cardiovascular Technologists and Technicians" BLS category, and the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics projects 3.0% national employment change for this occupation from 2024 to 2034.

Updated June 8, 2026 | TradeCareerPath Editorial Team

North Dakota cardiovascular technologists and technicians earn a median annual wage of $65,890 ($31.68/hr) according to U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS data (May 2025), with about 120 workers employed statewide. The state median is approximately -11.3% below the national median of $74,310 for the same occupation.

Key Takeaways

Median annual pay: $65,890 ($31.68/hr)
25th percentile: $42,720 per year
75th percentile: $83,880 per year
Top 10% earn: more than $110,240 per year
Entry-level (bottom 10%): under $38,790 per year
Workers employed in North Dakota: 120
Versus national median: -11.3% below the U.S. median of $74,310
Job concentration: Location quotient 0.67 - this occupation is less concentrated in North Dakota than the national average

Source: BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS), May 2025. Last reviewed June 8, 2026.

North Dakota employs about 120 ekg technicians earning a median $65,890 a year (BLS OEWS, May 2025; proxy category “Cardiovascular Technologists and Technicians”). Training as an EKG Technician here means completing a short EKG or cardiac-monitor program plus CET or equivalent; most states do not license EKG technicians.

Key Facts

Median wage (North Dakota): $65,890/yr (Source: BLS OEWS (proxy: Cardiovascular Technologists and Technicians), 2025)
Employed in North Dakota: 120 workers (Source: BLS OEWS (proxy: Cardiovascular Technologists and Technicians), 2025)
Location quotient: 0.67x U.S. average (Source: BLS OEWS, 2025)
Projected growth: 3.0% (2024-2034) (Source: BLS Employment Projections, 2024)

Compare EKG Technician Schools in North Dakota

BOC Score, tuition, graduation rate, and median graduate earnings from federal IPEDS and U.S. Dept. of Education College Scorecard data. Earnings are reported across all programs at the school (all majors), not a single trade. Distance is measured from the page's primary location.
#	School	BOC Score (0–100)	Tuition	Median grad earnings (all majors)	Graduation rate	Online	Distance
1	Joliet Junior College	55.1	$4,530 - $13,800	$51,121	21%	Yes*	704 mi
2	Milwaukee Area Technical College	52.5	$5,184 - $17,359	$52,346	25%	Yes*	652 mi
3	Concorde Career College-Kansas City	51.9	Contact school for pricing	$38,757	55%	Yes*	640 mi
4	South Suburban College	48.6	Contact school for pricing	$45,069	Not reported	Yes*	720 mi
5	College of DuPage	47.7	Contact school for pricing	$55,984	25%	—	693 mi
6	High Plains Technology Center	44.4	Contact school for pricing	$41,154	64%	—	758 mi
7	Parkland College	40.9	Contact school for pricing	$47,315	32%	—	762 mi

Schools closest to the page's primary location are gathered first, then ranked by BOC Score; distance from the page's primary location is shown for reference. The BOC Score is an independent measure of school outcomes (graduation, earnings, net price, retention) expressed as a 0–100 percentile within each school's peer group; higher is better and advertising never affects it. *Online availability refers to coursework; hands-on trade training is completed in person. Read the full methodology.

According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, North Dakota employs approximately 120 workers in the related “Cardiovascular Technologists and Technicians” category (SOC 29-2031), with a median annual wage of $65,890 ¹. Nationally, employment in this category is projected to grow 3.0% from 2024 to 2034, with about 3,800 openings per year ². This page covers how to become an EKG Technician in North Dakota, including licensing requirements, training programs, and salary data.

A note on salary data: The Bureau of Labor Statistics does not track ekg technician salaries as a separate category. The wage figures on this page are based on the closest matching BLS classification: Cardiovascular Technologists and Technicians (SOC 29-2031). Actual ekg technician earnings may vary.

At a Glance

Training paths: EKG technician program (find programs)
Typical timeline: a short EKG or cardiac-monitor program plus CET or equivalent; most states do not license EKG technicians
Exam: CET or equivalent
Median wage (North Dakota): $65,890 per year (based on related “Cardiovascular Technologists and Technicians” category) ¹

Quick Answers About How to Become an EKG Technician in North Dakota

How to become an EKG Technician in North Dakota? Complete a short EKG or cardiac-monitor program plus CET or equivalent; most states do not license EKG technicians. Confirm credential rules with the program and employer.

How long does it take? Most people finish a short EKG or cardiac-monitor program plus CET or equivalent; most states do not license EKG technicians. Confirm current hour totals with the program and employer.

Do I need a license in North Dakota? Most states do not require a statewide occupational license. Employers typically expect CET or equivalent. See the licensing section below.

What do ekg technicians earn in North Dakota? The BLS does not track ekg technician wages separately. Based on the related “Cardiovascular Technologists and Technicians” category, the median annual wage in North Dakota is $65,890, with entry-level wages around $38,790 and experienced workers earning $110,240 or more ¹.

How to Become an EKG Technician in North Dakota

Complete a short EKG program. Finish a weeks-to-months cardiac-monitor or EKG program. This is not a registered apprenticeship.
Earn CET or the employer-required credential. Pass CET or the exam the employer uses.

Steps and hour totals vary by credential level; confirm current requirements with the program and employer before you enroll.

EKG Technician License Requirements in North Dakota

Most states do not license EKG technicians. Employers expect a short program plus CET or equivalent.

Typical path

Complete a short program.
Earn CET or equivalent.

Hour totals, fees, and reciprocity rules change. Confirm current requirements with the program and employer before you enroll.

EKG Technician Wages by Metro Area in North Dakota

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the job outlook for ekg technicians in North Dakota? North Dakota employs approximately 120 workers in the related “Cardiovascular Technologists and Technicians” category ¹. Nationally, employment in this category is projected to grow 3.0% from 2024 to 2034 ².

What training programs are available in North Dakota? Options include trade schools, community colleges, and state-approved training programs. Use the school finder above to search for programs in North Dakota.

How much do ekg technicians earn in North Dakota compared to the national average? The median annual wage for ekg technicians in North Dakota is $65,890 (based on the related “Cardiovascular Technologists and Technicians” category), which is $1,370 below the national median of $67,260 according to BLS data ¹.

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Citations

About this guide: Researched and written by the TradeCareerPath Editorial Team. Our editorial team researches and sources every trade school and career guide using federal labor and education data, including BLS OEWS and Employment Projections, DOL apprenticeship records, IPEDS, College Scorecard, and state licensing boards. We follow the editorial standards documented at /editorial-policy/.

References

Bureau of Labor Statistics - Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics: https://www.bls.gov/oes/ ↩︎ ↩︎ ↩︎ ↩︎ ↩︎
Bureau of Labor Statistics - Employment Projections: https://www.bls.gov/emp/ ↩︎ ↩︎

Data sources

Figures on this page are sourced from the federal and state datasets below. Methodology: how we rank and source data.

Data	Provider	Vintage
Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS)	U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics	May 2025
Employment Projections	U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics	2024-2034
Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System	National Center for Education Statistics (IPEDS)	2024
College Scorecard (school-level outcomes)	U.S. Department of Education	latest release
College Scorecard (field-of-study earnings)	U.S. Department of Education	latest release (updated 2026-06-12)
Occupational licensing requirements	CareerOneStop (U.S. Department of Labor)	latest release (updated 2026-02-22)
Registered apprenticeship programs	CareerOneStop / Apprenticeship.gov (U.S. Department of Labor)	latest release (updated 2025-10-25)
O*NET occupation profiles (skills, tasks, tools, job zones)	U.S. Department of Labor (O*NET / Employment & Training Admin.)	O*NET 29.1 (updated 2026-06-13)