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Respiratory Care

Program Year (2021-2022)

About the Program

See AS Degree in Respiratory Care.

Important Note: All courses, including major, prerequisites, General Education and Competencies, used to fulfill a requirement for this degree must be completed with a C grade or better.


Program Requirements

For current program requirements -> 2024-2025

Program Goal: Other
GE Pattern(s): None
Program Code: 01342.00CA

Program Learning Outcome(s):

Upon successful completion of this program, the student will be able to:

  • Demonstrate a solid professional and general medical knowledge base.

  • Accurately interpret pertinent clinical information from medical records and physical findings.

  • Recommend appropriate therapeutic interventions based on physiological data and patient assessment data.

  • Demonstrate sound clinical judgment and is proficient in the clinical skills required on the job.

  • Competently perform the therapeutic procedures and modalities, and diagnostic procedures required on the job.

  • Demonstrate efficient performance of an overall patient assessment.

  • Demonstrate effective oral and communication skills.

  • Exhibit ethical and professional manners, including timely and prepared entrance to clinic and contributing to a positive work environment.

  • Function effectively as a member of the health care team, accepts supervision and works effectively with supervisory personnel.

  • Demonstrate self-direction and responsibility for his/her own actions.

  • Display respect for beliefs and values of all persons regardless of cultural background, religion, age, or lifestyle.

Required courses:
93 - 94 Units
Prerequisites Prior to Admission
(CHEM 110 and CHEM 11 will be accepted by the program until Fall 2022)
MATH Competency
Additional courses required for completion of the program
The following courses may be taken prior to or during the program will significantly reduce the student's workload while in the program
English Composition: Select one
GE Requirement - Area C: 3 units
KIN Activity Courses: 2 courses
Program Sequence

Contacts

Donna Davis, Chair
(530) 895-2827

Department Office: AHPS 215
(530) 893-7533

Counseling and Advising:
(530) 895-2378

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