2008 CCBC College Catalog
Respiratory Care Therapist
Associate of Applied Science (A.A.S.)
Health
Manpower Shortage Program
This is a selective admissions program. Click
here before continuing for more information.
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Admission Requirements:
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Credits
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____BIOL 109
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Human Anatomy and Physiology
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4
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____CHEM 107/108
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Fundamentals of Chemistry and Lab (Gen.Ed.)
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4
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____ENGL 101
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College Composition I (Gen. Ed.)
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3
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General Education Requirements:
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____SPCM 101
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Fundamentals of Speech Communication
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3
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____ENGL 101*
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College Composition I (Gen. Ed.)
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3
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____PSYC 101
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Introduction to Psychology
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3
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____SOCL 141
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Racial and Cultural Minorities
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3 or
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____HIST 120
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Ethnicity American Dream
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3
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____CHEM 107/108 *
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Fundamentals of Chemistry and Lab
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4
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____MATH 135
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Applied Algebra and Trigonometry
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3 or
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____MATH 111
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Ideas in Mathematics
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3
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____CINS 101
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Introduction to Computers
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3 or
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____CINS 120
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Diversity in a Technological Society
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3
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Total General Education and Admissions Requirements:
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26
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*Denotes Admission Requirement
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Program Requirements:
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___HLTH 101
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Wellness and Health
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3
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___ENGL 102
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College Composition II
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3
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Year 1
Fall Semester:
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____ENGL 101
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College Composition I
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3
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____BIOL 109
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Human Anatomy and Physiology
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4
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____SPCM 101
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Fundamentals of Speech Communication
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3
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____CINS 101
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Introduction to Computers
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3
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Total Year 1 Fall Semester:
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13
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Spring Semester
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____CHEM 107/108
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Fundamentals of Chemistry and Lab
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4
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____ENGL 102
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College Composition II
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3
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____HIST 120
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Ethnicity American Dream
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3 or
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____SOCL 141
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Racial and Cultural Minorities
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3
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____MATH 135
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Applied Algebra and Trigonometry
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3 or
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____MATH 111
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Ideas in Mathematics
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3
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Total Year 1 Spring Semester:
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13
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Year 2
Fall Semester:
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____RESP 102
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Basic Respiratory Care
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4
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____HLTH 101
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Wellness and Health
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3
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____PSYC 101
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Introduction to Psychology
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3
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Total Year 2 Fall Semester:
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10
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Spring Semester:
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____RESP 103
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Therapeutics and Pathology
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3
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____RESP 104
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Clinical Practicum I
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3
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Total Year 2 Spring Semester:
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6
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Summer Semester:
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____RESP 200
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Clinical Practicum II
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2
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Year 3
Fall Semester:
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____RESP 201
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Specialized Assessment of Oxygenation and Ventilation
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3
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____RESP 202
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Principles of Ventilator Management
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4
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____RESP 203
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Clinical Practicum III
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5
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Total Year 3 Fall Semester:
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12
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Spring Semester:
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____RESP 204
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Advanced Principles and Practices of Respiratory Care
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4
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____RESP 205
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Respiratory Care Specialties
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3
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____RESP 206
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Clinical Practicum IV
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5
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Total Year 3 Spring Semester:
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12
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Total Credits Required for Degree:
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68*
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* Note: Students may choose to take CINS 120 which fulfills both the
computer and diversity requirement. If this option is taken, the
total number of credits will be 65
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Program Description:
Respiratory care is a
life-supporting, life-enhancing profession practiced under qualified
medical direction. Respiratory care services provided to patients with
disorders of the cardiopulmonary system such as asthma and heart disease
include diagnostic testing, therapeutics, monitoring, and
rehabilitation. Patient, family, and public education are central to the
mission of the profession. Respiratory care services are provided in all
health care facilities and in the home.
Program accreditation is provided by the Committee on Accreditation of
Respiratory Care. Graduates of the program earn an Associate of Applied
Science degree and are eligible to take the National Board for
Respiratory Care (N.B.R.C.) examinations. The N.B.R.C. has contracted
with the State of Maryland to provide state credentialing.
Classroom and laboratory instruction is taught at CCBC Essex. Clinical
experience is obtained at a variety of clinical sites in the Baltimore
area. The program is full time and is generally conducted during daytime
hours. Students are strongly encouraged to complete as many of the
General Education requirements as possible before enrolling in the
program.
The Respiratory Care Therapist program is fully accreditated by the
Committee on Accreditation of Respiratory Care. 1248 Harwood Road,
Bedford, Texas 76021-4244 phone 817-283-2835 817-354-8519 (fax).
Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs
(CAAHEP), 1361 Park Street, Clearwater, FL, 33756. Phone: 727-210-2350. Fax: 727-210-2354. www.caahep.org.
Program Outcomes
Upon successful completion of the Respiratory Care Therapist program,
students will be able to:
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Demonstrate cognitive skills relevant to the role and function of
the Registered Respiratory Care Therapist.
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Demonstrate psychomotor skills necessary for the role and function
of the Registered Respiratory Care Therapist.
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Demonstrate personal and professional behaviors consistent with the
role of a Registered Respiratory Care Therapist.
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Obtain Registered Respiratory Care positions in local and regional
health care facilities.
Admission
Admission to this program is a separate process from admission to the
college. Admission to the School of Health Professions programs is
competitive and selective and is based on published criteria.
Information about admissions processes for the programs in the School of
health Professions and the Selective Admissions Application form are
available in the Office of Selective Admissions in Room J-101 on the
Essex Campus or by calling 443-840-1112. This information is also
available in the Admissions or Records and Registration office on each
campus. Students who are currently enrolled at the college must file an
intent form to be considered for the program. Applicants must have
grades of “C” or better in high school biology, chemistry, and algebra
I. Candidates not meeting this requirement may seek alternatives from
the Admissions office. Students must achieve a grade of “C” or better in
all respiratory care therapist and science courses in order to continue
and complete the program.
School of Health Professions Policies: Students in the School of Health
Professions are expected to conduct themselves according to an honor
code, exhibit professional behavior, communicate effectively in English,
provide proof of health insurance and immunizations, and may be asked to
submit to a criminal background check and random urine drug testing.
Program Coordinator:
CCBC Essex
Barbara Schenk
443-840-1760
bschenk@ccbcmd.edu
