Respiratory Care (Limited Access Program), A.S. Degree

Program Information

A.S. Degree - Code 221700 - Catalog 2023/2024

Melanie McDonough, Assistant Chair, 386-506-3759, Melanie.McDonough@daytonastate.edu

Maggie Muszka, Administrative Assistant, 386-506-3080, Magdolna.Muszka@daytonastate.edu

Melissa Brown, Academic Advisor, 386-506-3052, Melissa.Brown-Mack@daytonastate.edu

Program Mission, Description, and Outcomes

Mission:

The mission of the Respiratory Care program is to provide a learning-centered, widely diverse, high quality education to empower individuals to meet the needs of the community.

Description:

This accelerated program provides training in the use of special equipment, medications and other diagnostic and therapeutic modalities to assist in the diagnosis and treatment of patients who need temporary, emergency or long-term cardiopulmonary assistance. Students learn to administer medical gases, humidity and aerosol therapy, use positive pressure breathing machines, perform pulmonary drainage and clearance procedures, manage patient airways, perform pulmonary rehabilitation and home care, manage short and long term continuous mechanical ventilation and perform a variety of other special procedures.

Graduates are eligible to take the Respiratory Therapist multiple-choice exam and the clinical simulation exams of the National Board for Respiratory Care (NBRC), qualifying them for the credentials of Certified Respiratory Therapist (CRT) and Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT).

Program Accreditation: The Respiratory Care Program is accredited by the Committee on the Accreditation of Respiratory Care [CoARC], 1248 Harwood Road, Bedford, Texas 76021-4244 [817] 283-2835. Outcomes data from the Annual Report of Current Status can be found at  Programmatic Outcomes Data. 

College Accreditation: Daytona State College is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC) to award associates and bachelor’s degrees. Degree-granting institutions also may offer credentials such as certificates and diplomas at approved degree levels. Questions about the accreditation of Daytona State College may be directed in writing to the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges at 1866 Southern Lane, Decatur, GA 30033-4097, by calling (404) 679-4500, or by using information available on SACSCOC’s website (www.sacscoc.org).

Program Educational Outcomes:

To prepare graduates with demonstrated competence in the cognitive (knowledge), psychomotor (skills), and affective (behavior) learning domains of respiratory care practice as performed by registered respiratory therapists (RRTs).

Outcomes: (Program Goals)

1. Perform entry-level skills competently as described by the scope of practice for Respiratory Care.

2. Employ effective communication skills within the healthcare setting.

3. Assemble a safe environment within the healthcare setting.

4. Apply professional behaviors within a healthcare setting.

5. Execute safe clinical decision making in respiratory care.

Financial Aid

This program is eligible for federal financial aid and state Bright Futures Scholarship Program.

 

Financing Options: All students are encouraged to apply for federal and state student financial assistance by completing the FAFSA at studentaid.gov/h/apply-for-aid/fafsa. For more information on grant, loans, and work program available please see the Office of Financial Aid webpage at daytonastate.edu/finaid. Students are also encouraged to apply for one of the many Daytona State College Foundation scholarships offered each semester. For more information see: daytonastate.edu/scholarships/.

Approximate Additional Costs

Lab Fees:	Program Specific RET Courses @ $780.60 Science Courses @ $138; Communication Course @ $62
Uniforms and Personal Equipment:	$230
Textbook Estimate:	$1,300
FDLE/FBI Background Screening:	Up to $180
Professional Memberships and Certifications:	$500

Additional Admission Requirements

• This is a limited access program. Continuing enrollment approval will be required to enroll in the program specific courses based on a selection process after completing the prerequisites required.

• Completion of the following courses with a grade of 'C' or better is required before program courses may be started. You may be taking the courses when submitting a request for continuing enrollment:

• BSC1085C (Human Anatomy and Physiology I and Lab), MAC1105 (College Algebra) and ENC1101 (Introduction to Composition).

• Submit completed application for continuing enrollment to the School of Health Careers.

• Applications for continuing enrollment are accepted anytime during the year and selection is made once per year. The deadline for Fall admission is June 30.

• Applicants will need a 2.5 Cumulative GPA to apply.

• Admission criteria has been established using a point system and are as objective as possible. A brief statement explaining your interest in Respiratory Care is required along with application paperwork. 

• Students must have a standard high school diploma (or GED) and be at least 18 years of age to enroll.

• Applicants starting in a Florida Public high school in 2003 or after and graduating from a Florida public high school with a standard high school diploma and active duty military are exempt from any placement testing. Those applicants that have successfully completed college level English and/or Math may be exempt from placement testing. All other applicants are required to take the Postsecondary Education Readiness Test (PERT) and be at the 10th grade level for reading, language and arithmetic.

• Admissions into the program will be contingent on the satisfactory completion of both a drug screen and a background check consisting of a fingerprint check of state and federal criminal history information conducted through the Florida Department of Law Enforcement (FDLE) and Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI).

• Students will be held accountable for the policies and procedures of the Respiratory Care program as outlined in the Respiratory Care student handbook, as well as the College Student handbook.

Additional Completion Requirements

• Completion of at least 25% of the degree requirement credits in residence at Daytona State College.

• Program specific courses and general education courses must be completed with a grade 'C' or better.

• Upon completion of the program, students are eligible for articulation into most BS Cardiopulmonary or Respiratory Care degree programs.

 

General Education Courses

General Education Core - 27 Credits

General Education courses must be completed with a grade 'C' or better.

Communication Core (3 credits)

ENC1101

Introduction to Composition

3

Mathematics Core (3 credits)

MAC1105

College Algebra

3

Natural Sciences Core (4 credits)

BSC1085C

Human Anatomy and Physiology I and Lab

4

Humanities Core (3 credits)

Choose One Course

ARH1000	Art Appreciation	3
HUM2020	Introduction to Humanities	3
LIT2000	Literature and Culture	3
MUL1010	Music Appreciation	3
PHI2010	Introduction of Philosophy	3
THE1000	Theatre Appreciation	3

Social Sciences Core (6 credits)

PSY1012	General Psychology	3
	Choose One of the Following:
AMH2020	United States History 1865 to Present	3
POS2041	American Federal Government	3

Additional Required Courses (4 credits)

BSC1086C	Human Anatomy & Physiology II and Lab	4
MCB1010C	Microbiology and Lab	4

Program Specific Courses

Program specific courses must be completed with a grade 'C' or better.

RET1021	Respiratory Care Introduction	3
RET1025C	Principles of Respiratory Care and Lab	3
RET1026C	Basic Equipment of Respiratory Care and Lab	3
RET1264C	Advanced Equipment of Respiratory Care and Lab	3
RET1265C	Mechanical Ventilation and Lab	4
RET1295	Chest Medicine	3
RET1450	Basic Physiologic Monitoring	3
RET1485	Cardiopulmonary Anatomy and Physiology	4
RET1874	Clinical Practice I	4
RET1875	Clinical Practice II	3
RET2244	Life Support	3
RET2350	Cardiopulmonary Pharmacology	3
RET2714	Neonatal and Pediatric Respiratory Care	3
RET2876	Clinical Practice III	4
RET2934	Respiratory Care Seminar	3

Sample Program of Study

Prerequisite Courses

ENC1101	Introduction to Composition	3
BSC1085C	Human Anatomy and Physiology I and Lab	4
MAC1105	College Algebra	3
RET1021	Respiratory Care Introduction	3

Year 1

1st Semester

BSC1086C	Human Anatomy & Physiology II and Lab	4
RET1025C	Principles of Respiratory Care and Lab	3
RET1026C	Basic Equipment of Respiratory Care and Lab	3
RET1485	Cardiopulmonary Anatomy and Physiology	4
RET2350	Cardiopulmonary Pharmacology	3

2nd Semester

	Social Sciences Core - Civic Literacy (AMH2020 or POS2041)	3
RET1264C	Advanced Equipment of Respiratory Care and Lab	3
RET1295	Chest Medicine	3
RET1874	Clinical Practice I	4
RET1265C	Mechanical Ventilation and Lab	4

Summer Semester

RET1450	Basic Physiologic Monitoring	3
RET2244	Life Support	3
RET1875	Clinical Practice II	3
	Humanities Core	3

Year 2

1st Semester

RET2934	Respiratory Care Seminar	3
PSY1012	General Psychology	3
RET2714	Neonatal and Pediatric Respiratory Care	3
RET2876	Clinical Practice III	4
MCB1010C	Microbiology and Lab	4

Total Credit Hours: 76