|
|
|
|
The information below was taken from SVCC's online handbook, and is also available here.Any student interested in the our program should refer to our feedback page for all contact information, or call 276-964-7306.
Major: Respiratory Care Degree: Associate in Applied Science Length: Twenty-month Program beginning in the Fall semester of each year. Purpose: To prepare selected students to qualify as integral members of the health care team, providing diagnostic testing, management, treatment and prevention of cardiopulmonary disease. Upon completion of the program, the new graduate will be eligible to take: 1) the Entry-Level Certification Examination; 2) the Written Registry and Clinical Simulation Examinations for Advanced Respiratory Care Practitioners administered by the National Board for Respiratory Care, Inc. Upon completion of the program, students will demonstrate the ability to comprehend, apply, and evaluate clinical information relevant to their role as registered respiratory therapy practitioners. Accreditation: This program is fully accredited by the Committee on Accreditation for Respiratory Care (CoARC); the Committee on Accreditation of Allied Health Educational Programs (CAAHEP) and the American Medical Association (AMA). Program Vision: To provide the educational venue for learners to learn how best to serve in most any health environment, to appreciate his or her respective talents and skills and then appropriately apply them in the service of others, and continually be willing to learn about themselves, their patients, and the world into which they were born. Program Missions: (1) To prepare competent respiratory care practitioners at the Entry-Level of practice, and (2) To prepare competent respiratory care practitioners at the Advanced Level of practice. Admission Requirements: In addition to the general admission requirements for the College, entry into this program requires a high school diploma or GED. High school (or college pre-requisite) courses must include: 1) two units of mathematics (algebra I, plus one additional unit of algebra II, geometry or computer science); 2) one unit each of high school biology with laboratory and; 3) chemistry with laboratory. Physics is highly recommended. Applicants must have earned grades of no less than "C" in these courses. These courses must be completed prior to the January 15th deadline. NOTE: High school students and College students taking Chemistry in the spring term (after the 15th of January) can still apply, but will be considered at a later time. All high school and/or college work must reflect an overall average of "C" or better, and satisfactory performance on the ASSET/Compass testing program, which includes sections of reading, writing and mathematics at the level of algebra II. The ASSET/Compass testing is required and must be completed prior to the January 15th deadline for application. College equivalents of high school coursework are as follows: Algebra I = MTH 03; Algebra II = MTH 04; Chemistry = CHM 05; Biology = BIO 20. Students planning to transfer to senior institutions should inform their advisors early on for proper advisement of courses to take. Students accepted into the program are required to submit a health certificate signed by a duly licensed physician, physician's assistant, or registered nurse practitioner and should include: documentation of measles, mumps and rubella (MMR) exposure or inoculations; documentation of Hepatitis B inoculation; chest X-ray; TB skin testing; and overall general health of the applicant. This physical examination must be completed prior to final admission into the program. Program Requirements: Physical Requirements: This program requires extensive walking, stooping, bending, pushing, pulling, climbing stairs and lifting. Lifting requirements: up to 50 pounds (22.7 Kg); pushing requirements: up to 250 pounds (113.6 Kg); pulling requirements: up to 250 pounds (113.6 Kg). Further, extensive use of sight, hearing, and speaking is required. Academic Requirements: Any student receiving a grade less than "C" in any of the required program courses will be placed on Programmatic Academic Probation. That course shall be remediated once, with a written contract drafted containing requirements of the remediation. Dismissal from the program shall result IF: 1) the student does not meet the requirements of the probationary contract; or 2) the student receives a final grade of less than "B" in any required program courses during or after the period of the Programmatic Academic Probation. A final grade of "F" in any required program coursework shall result in dismissal from the program. Remediated courses must be completed with a final grade of "C" or better. Clinical and Behavioral Requirements: Selected and supervised student experience is required by this program and will be accomplished at selected regional health care facilities. The student is responsible for transportation to these facilities, as well as to any scheduled field trips. Program faculty will observe and evaluate the student's suitability for the profession. If in the judgement of the Program faculty, the student does not exhibit those documented behaviors required of the respiratory care professional, the student may be asked to withdraw from the program. Other Requirements: The purchase of items such as uniforms, liability insurance and other accessories is the financial responsibility of the individual student. Students who elect to take support courses recommended by the Program Director, and/or Director of Clinical Education prior to formal acceptance into the program will find this activity to be advantageous in subsequent course scheduling.
|
|
Send mail to
breakermat@hotmail.com or with
questions or comments about this web site.
|
