Respiratory Care FAQs
What are the duties of a Respiratory Therapist?
A Respiratory Therapist acts, serves and responds to any and all emergencies involving every type of patient, regardless of location within the hospital. A Respiratory Therapist performs routine airway and pulmonary procedures in a compassionate manner which alleviates patient stress related to or caused by respiratory insults.
Is there a selective admission process for the program?
Yes. The Respiratory Care program admits 15 students per year. Please review the selection criteria for a detailed explanation of the entrance requirements.
Is an interview required?
Yes. Highly qualified candidates will be offered the opportunity to do a video interview
with the Respiratory Care selection committee. Invited students will be notified of
their opportunities after the application deadline.
When are students admitted to the program?
The application deadline is June 1st each year. The program begins every Fall Term
(August).
What is the total length of the program?
Students are highly encouraged to complete all general education and support courses
prior to applying to the Respiratory Care Program. The Introduction to Respiratory
Care course must be completed before the application deadline, or the student must
be enrolled in the course at the time of application. The Respiratory Care core curriculum
consists of five semesters of coursework.
What time of day are classes offered?
Classes are generally held Monday through Thursday during daytime hours, typically
between 9:30 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. Clinical rotations are scheduled two days per week
and consist of 8- to 12-hour shifts. Clinical shifts may include days, evenings, overnights,
and weekends.
When do I start going to the hospital?
Students begin clinical rotations in the third semester (Summer Term) after entering
the program.
Can I re-enter the program if I withdraw or if removed?
Yes, but it is dependent on available seats. At no time can the 麻豆成人电影 Respiratory Care
program exceed the maximum capacity of 15 students.