Credential(s) Offered
Associate's degree, Employment, Measurable Skill Gain Leading to a Credential
Method of Delivery
In Person
When offered
Daytime Hours, Evening Hours
Instructional Program (CIP)
Description
This program is designed to prepare students for practice as a respiratory care practitioner. The Associate of Applied Science degree graduate is prepared in application of skills required to demonstrate proficiency as a Registered Respiratory Therapist. In addition to laboratory instruction, the student receives experience through clinical simulation laboratory and supervised work experience in several clinical settings. The program incorporates the general education courses with the professional courses to prepare graduates for the expanded roles required for the respiratory care practitioner. Graduates are employed primarily in hospitals, but employment opportunities are also available with home health, skilled nursing facilities, physicians' offices, DME and home medical equipment sales. Graduates are eligible to apply for the practitioner exam offered by National Board for Respiratory Care (NBRC). Successful candidates earn the Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) credential.
The Respiratory Care program is accredited by the Commission on Accreditation for Respiratory Care (www.coarc.com).
Details
Hours
82
Entrance Requirements
High School Diploma or Equivalent
School
SOUTHEAST Arkansas College (SEARK)
WIOA Approved Program
Yes
Training Location(s)
1900 Hazel Street, Pine Bluff, Arkansas
Local WIB
5045 - Southeast
Name of Credential
Associate of Applied Science- Respiratory
Type of financial aid offered or have access to
The primary purpose of Student Financial Aid at Southeast Arkansas College is to provide assistance to students who, without aid, would be unable to attend college. All awards are administered by the Financial Aid Office in accordance with State and Federal Regulations. Student may qualify for Federal Pell Grants, loans, scholarships or educational military benefits through Veteran Affairs.
Refund Policy
Refunds for short-term courses or courses starting at times other than the beginning of the semester will be calculated on a prorated basis. Exact dates will be communicated to students in advance through various means, including e-mail, signage, and the SEARK College website.
Is the proposed curriculum currently certified by an accrediting agency or similar national standardization program?
No
Is this proposed curriculum considered a nontraditional program of training services for women?
No
Is this proposed curriculum considered a nontraditional program of training services for men?
No
Cost Items
Books (Estimated)
$2,000.00
Testing/Exam Fees
$500.00
In-State Tuition
$100.00 Per Credit Unit
Other Fees
$100.00 $12.00 Technology Fee per credit hour. $5.00 Assessment Fee per semester. $10.00 College Services Fee per credit hour. $8.00 Infrastructure Fee per credit hour. $5.00 Security Fee per credit hour. $5.00 Student Activity Fee per credit hour. Extra fees: $30.00 Internet Fee per online course. $30.00 Lab Fee per lab course.
Out-of-State/District Tuition
$200.00 Per Credit Hour
Supplies/Materials/Hand Tools (not included in tuition)
$2,000.00
Total In-State Program Cost
$4,700.00
Total Out-of-State Program Cost
$4,800.00
