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Tuition Fee
Start Date
Medium of studying
On campus
Duration
22 months
Details
Program Details
Degree
Courses
Major
Cardiovascular Technology | Health Science | Respiratory Therapy
Area of study
Health
Education type
On campus
Timing
Full time
Course Language
English
About Program
Program Overview
Respiratory Care Technology
Helping Others Breathe More Easily
Program Overview
Our Respiratory Care Technology program will teach you the skills you need to become a respiratory therapist. You will learn how to assess a patient’s condition, develop an appropriate care plan, handle technical equipment, make scientific calculations, and work independently to assist physicians in diagnosing and treating patients. Our program also offers lab training, classroom study and supervised experience in hospitals and health care settings, as well as preparation to take the national board exams for licensure required to fill a job in this field. Upon completing the program, you will be eligible to take the entry-level Certified Respiratory Therapist exam, as well as additional credentials, including Registered Respiratory Therapist, Neonatal/Pediatric Specialist, Certified Pulmonary Function Technologist, and Registered Pulmonary Function Technologist.
Program Admission and Requirements
- To apply to the program, applicants must have a diploma from an accredited high school or a state equivalency diploma.
- Required knowledge and competency in anatomy and physiology as demonstrated by having taken and passed a four-credit, college-level Anatomy and Physiology I course (such as BIOL 109) with a grade of "C" or better. The course must have been taken within the past 10 years.
- Placement in FNMT 118: Intermediate Algebra or higher placement
- Placement in ENGL 101: English Composition I
- GPA of 2.8 or higher
- Attainment of sufficient skills in reading, writing and mathematics as demonstrated by performance on the Kaplan Health Care Test.
Clinical Experience Requirements
- Clinical experience in the program includes contact with children. Acceptance to the program is conditional pending receipt and evaluation of a criminal background check and child abuse clearance check. Completed checks must be received by the program director by August 15, prior to the fall semester of the first year of the program.
- The following guidelines are used in making decisions about an applicant's criminal and child abuse background:
- Child Abuse Clearance: Any record results in denial of admission into the Respiratory Care program.
- Criminal Background Checks:
- Any felony conviction within the past 10 years results in denial of admission to the Respiratory Care program.
- Any felony conviction more than 10 years old will be evaluated based on the nature of the offense, length of time since the offense and any explanatory letters/materials submitted by the applicant or student.
- Any misdemeanor will be evaluated based on the nature of the offense, length of time since the offense and explanatory letter/materials submitted by the applicant or student. (Any punishment over one year indicates a felony according to federal sentencing guidelines.)
Program Learning Outcomes
Upon completion of this program graduates will be able to:
- Demonstrate knowledge and skills needed to successfully pass the NBRC licensing exam for CRT.
- Provide age-specific treatment, management, and care of patients with any type of cardiopulmonary problem.
- Assess and modify the treatment of patients to give quality care in the Respiratory medical setting.
- Demonstrate competent and safe use of all equipment used in the Respiratory medical setting.
Program of Study and Graduation Requirements
To qualify for the Associate in Applied Science (A.A.S.) degree as a respiratory care practitioner, a student must complete 70 credit hours as prescribed and attain a grade point average of 2.0 ("C" average).
Semester 1
| Course Number and Name | Credits | Advisory Notes | Course Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| RESP 100 - Introduction to Respiratory Care Technologies | 4 credits | RESP 100 is a prerequisite for RESP 102. Only offered in the fall semester. Must be taken concurrently with RESP 101. Students are assigned to perform clinical competency check-offs throughout the semester that monitors their success. | Major Course |
| RESP 101 - Respiratory Care Techniques | 4 credits | RESP 101 is a prerequisite for RESP 102. Must earn a grade of "C" or better. Only offered in the fall semester. Must be taken concurrently with RESP 100. Required to receive a grade of "C" or better to register for spring semester. Students are assigned to perform clinical competency check-offs throughout the semester that monitors their success. | Major Course |
| ENGL 101 - English Composition I or ENGL 101H - English Composition I (Honors) | 3 credit | Prerequisite for ENGL 102. Required to receive a grade of "C" or better to register for ENGL 102 | Writing, Research, Info Lit 1 |
| BIOL 110 - Anat & Phys II | 4 credit | Must receive a grade of "C" or better. Completion of BIOL 109 with a grade of "C" or better. | Scientific Reasoning |
| FNMT 118 - Intermediate Algebra | 3 credit | Prerequisite for CHEM 110 Meet with an advisor to determine if you should take a higher level math course. | Quantitative Reasoning |
Semester 2
| Course Number and Name | Credits | Advisory Notes | Course Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| RESP 102 - Respiratory Pharmacology, Modalities, and Airway Management | 4 credits | Prerequisite for RESP 103. Only offered in the spring semester. Prerequisites: RESP 100 and RESP 101 with grade of "C" or better. Required to receive a grade of "C" or better to register for summer semester. Students are assigned to perform clinical competency check-offs throughout the semester that monitors their success | Major Course |
| CIS 103 - Introduction to Information Technology | 3 credits | Students must earn a grade of "C" or better demonstrating they have met minimum requirements of course. | Technological Competency |
| ENGL 102 - The Research Paper or ENGL 102H - The Research Paper (Honors) | 3 credit | Prerequisite of ENGL 101 with a grade of "C" or better. Students should visit the English learning lab for support on writing assignments. | Writing, Research, Info Lit 2 |
Summer 1
| Course Number and Name | Credits | Advisory Notes | Course Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| CHEM 110 - Introductory Chemistry or CHEM 101 - General Chemistry I | 4 credits | Students must place into FNMT 118 before taking this CHEM 110. | Major Course |
| RESP 103 - Introduction to Cardiopulmonary Pathophysiology | 3 credits | Prerequisite for RESP 104. Must receive a grade of "C" or better. Only offered in the early summer session. Prerequisites: RESP 102. Students are assigned to perform clinical competency check-offs throughout the semester that monitors their success. | Major Course |
Summer 2
| Course Number and Name | Credits | Advisory Notes | Course Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| RESP 104 - Clinical Practicum I | 3 credits | Prerequisite for RESP 210 and RESP 220. Only offered in the late summer session. | Major Course |
Semester 3
| Course Number and Name | Credits | Advisory Notes | Course Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| RESP 210 - Cardiopulmonary Pathophysiology I | 4 credits | Prerequisite for RESP 211 and RESP 221. Must receive a grade of "C" or better. Only offered in the Fall semester. Prerequisites: RESP 104; co-requisite: RESP 220 (must be taken concurrently) | Major Course |
| RESP 220 - Advanced Respiratory Care | 5 credits | Only offered in the fall semester. Prerequisites: RESP 104; co-requisite: RESP 210. Prerequisites: BIOL 241 with a grade of "C" or better, RESP 210 with a grade of "C" or better, RESP 211 which must be taken concurrently | Major Course |
| BIOL 241 - Principles of Microbiology | 4 credits | Must earn a grade of "C" or better in the course. Prerequisites: BIOL 106 or BIOL 107; BIOL 109 or BIOL 123 with a grade of "C" or better | Major Course |
Semester 4
| Course Number and Name | Credits | Advisory Notes | Course Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| RESP 211 - Cardiopulmonary | 4 credits | Prerequisite for RESP 299. Must receive a grade of "C" or better. Only offered in the spring semester. Prerequisite: RESP 210 with grade of "C" or better; co-requisite: RESP 221. Required to receive a grade of "C" or better to register for early summer semester. | Major Course |
| RESP 221 - Adult Critical Care | 6 credits | Prerequisite for RESP 299. Must earn a grade of "C" or better in the course. Only offered in the spring semester. Prerequisite: RESP 210 with grade of "C" or better; co-requisite: RESP 211. Required to receive a grade of "C" or better to register for early summer semester. | Major Course |
| ENGL 115 - Public Speaking | 3 credits | Prerequisite: ENGL 101, which may be taken concurrently | Oral Communication/Creative Expression |
| SOC 101 - Introduction to Sociology or SOC 101H - Introduction to Sociology (Honors) | 3 credits | Most transfer institutions require a sociology course. | Cultural Analysis & Interpretation |
Summer 1
| Course Number and Name | Credits | Advisory Notes | Course Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| RESP 299 - : Advanced Respiratory Care Procedures III | 3 credits | Must earn a grade of "C" or better. Only offered in early summer session. Prerequisites: RESP 211 and RESP 221 with a grade of "C" or better. | Major Course |
Career Outlook
- Median Salary of a Respiratory Therapist: $76,915
- Number of Jobs in the Region: 925
- 10-year Job Outlook in the Region for Respiratory Therapist: +20.0%
Featured Career
- Respiratory Therapist: Assess, treat, and care for patients with breathing disorders. Assume primary responsibility for all respiratory care modalities, including the supervision of respiratory therapy technicians. Initiate and conduct therapeutic procedures.
- Starting Pay: $59,358.
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