Outcomes
Demonstrate the ability to perform all cardiopulmonary therapeutic procedures safely within the scope of his/her education.
Accurately interprets clinical information from medical records and physical findings.
Communicates effectively in the healthcare setting.
Demonstrates ethical and professional behavior in the clinical setting.
Applies the knowledge gained in the program to be successful on the NBRC Multiple Choice Therapist Exam upon program completion.
Program Overview
Certified Respiratory Therapists (CRT) can earn advanced placement in the Respiratory Therapist associate degree program. Certified therapists who earned a Respiratory Care Technology certificate from KCC will have satisfied the requirements for BIOL 1564, RESP 1324, RESP 1331, RESP 1113, RESP 1445, RESP 1224, RESP 2213, RESP 2445, and RESP 2225. Certified therapists who graduated from a different program will be evaluated on an individual basis. This degree typically is not designed for transfer.
Program eligibility requirements apply; consult a KCC advisor.
Students in health career programs are advised to consult the Code of Campus Affairs and Regulations, section 11.4. This regulation concerns completion of all courses in health career curricula being completed with a grade of C or better.
Additional Program Information
Requirements for consideration of acceptance into the advanced placement sequence will be the same as for those students applying to the first semester of the program.
The program is accredited by the Commission on Accreditation for Respiratory Care (www.coarc.com): 1248 Harwood; Bedford, TX 76021-4244; 817-283-2835. View programmatic outcomes data on the COARC website.
Each student in this program must have a physical exam, criminal background check without any disqualifying convictions, a negative drug screen, and current CPR certification from the American Heart Association (BLS for Healthcare Provider) or American Red Cross (Professional Rescuer: adult, child & infant or AED).
Upon completion, the graduate is eligible to apply for admission to the National Board for Respiratory Care Exams to become a Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT).
The curriculum of record for students applying to, but not yet accepted into, competitive entry health careers programs will be the Associate in General Studies.
Program Eligibility
Program eligibility/application process - Consult this information for steps to apply and enroll in a health program, deadlines, eligibility worksheets, and essential physical capabilities and functions.
Program Requirements
Respiratory Therapist Advanced Placement Credit
Major Courses
Note: RESP 2411 may be taken any time after admission to the advanced placement sequence.
General education
| ENGL 1613 | English I | 3 Credits |
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| COMM 1553 | Introductory Speech | 3 Credits |
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| COMM 1563 | Interpersonal Communication | 3 Credits |
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| MATH 1142 | Intro to Respiratory Calculations | 2 Credits |
| PSYC 2553 | Lifespan Developmental Psychology | 3 Credits |
| Total Credit Hours: | 11 |
Total Credit Hours: 68
Suggested Course Sequence
Courses required prior to acceptance in the program (see note below)
| ENGL 1613 | English I | 3 Credits |
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| MATH 1142 | Intro to Respiratory Calculations | 2 Credits |
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| COMM 1553 | Introductory Speech | 3 Credits |
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| COMM 1563 | Interpersonal Communication | 3 Credits |
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| PSYC 2553 | Lifespan Developmental Psychology | 3 Credits |
| RESP | Advanced Placement Credit | 39 Credits |
Spring semester
Summer term
General education, if needed
Fall Semester
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