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BACHELOR OF SCIENCE ~ RESPIRATORY THERAPY (RRT-BSRT)

Online Completion Program

Take your professional career to the next level by completing a Bachelor of Science degree in Respiratory Therapy at St. Louis College of Health Careers. As the Respiratory Therapy field continues to grow, individuals with higher education are in demand.

Our bachelor's program is specifically designed to provide convenient, online curriculum presenting the latest techniques and trends needed to succeed in today's professional environment. Applied learning and personalized attention will help you progress quickly towards achieving your bachelor's degree.

As a student in our online program, you will not only explore diverse, complex topics such as neonatal care, pediatric care, advanced mechanical ventilation, and critical care medicine, but you will understand the economic, managerial, legal, and ethical perspectives that arise from the field. Our online bachelor's degree program allows you to work on your assignments and projects virtually anywhere you have access to the internet. Students enrolled in the online degree program can expect coursework to include: interactive seminars, online quizzes, discussion boards, and active learning research.

Your prior education and experience combined with our expert faculty and staff will help you successfully achieve your next goal towards quickly obtaining your Bachelor of Science in Respiratory Therapy at St. Louis College of Health Careers.

1297 N Highway Drive Fenton, Mo 63026 (636)529-0000 slchc.edu

Come Here, Go Anywhere

BACHELOR OF SCIENCE ~ RESPIRATORY THERAPY (RRT-BSRT)

Online Completion Program

Program Length: 48 Weeks (full time)

Course #

Course

ENG 300 Writing as a Professional

RC 310 Infectious Disease

Hours Credits

60

4

60

4

RC 320 Advanced Neonatal/Pediatric Care HC 310 Emergency Preparedness for Health

Professionals

60

4

60

4

Course #

Course

Hours Credits

RC 330 Current Events and Topics in Respiratory Care 60

4

HC 430 Ethical and Legal Perspectives in Health Care 60

4

RC 340 Critical Care Monitoring

60

4

HC 410 Health Care Policy, Finance and Management 60

4

Course #

Course

MTH 310 Statistics

RC 420 Advanced Mechanical Ventilation Modes and

Graphics

Hours Credits

60

4

60

4

RC410 Health Care Research

60

4

Electives (As needed to reach 120 credit hrs.)

Course #

Course

RC 430 Advanced Pulmonary Function Testing

ECO 300 Health Care Economics

Hours Credits

45

3

45

3

Program Totals:

750 50

*All courses are online Program Total with Transfer Credits: 120 Award Upon Completion: Bachelor of Science Degree

What will you learn?

As a Respiratory Therapy online student at St. Louis College of Health Careers, you will not only explore diverse, complex topics such as neonatal care, pediatric care, advanced mechanical ventilation, and critical care medicine, but you will understand the economic, managerial, legal, and ethical perspectives that arise from the field.

Why is a Bachelor's Degree important?

The American Association for Respiratory Care (AARC) has recommended that the Commission on Accreditation for Respiratory Care (CoARC) "change the standard to require all accredited programs after 2020 to offer a baccalaureate degree in respiratory therapy" (Respiratory Care Magazine, Vol. 56, May 2011). In addition, the Bureau of Labor Statistics expects the field of respiratory therapy to grow by 19% by 2022. With the push for higher education from the AARC combined with the expectancy of an increase in jobs, a Bachelor of Science Degree from St. Louis College of Health Careers will breathe new life into your career and future.

For more information or to request an application contact:

Amy Hyde Director of Admissions ahyde@ (636)529-0000 X 3535

or

David Blanc Director of Respiratory Therapy

dblanc@ (636)529-0000 X 3520

APPLICATION TO THE BACHELOR OF SCIENCE RESPIRATORY THERAPY (RRT-BSRT) ONLINE COMPLETION PROGRAM

St. Louis College of Health Careers 1297 N. Highway Dr. Fenton, MO 63026

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Two (2) letters of reference in support of your application to the admissions committee are required. One reference must come from your current RC supervisor, manager, or medical director. Please note name, title & relationship of persons who will send letters of reference to the admissions committee. Other suggestions include a former supervisor, administrator, or a physician. *Please note: All letters of reference must be signed by the individual providing the reference on official stationary or using the St. Louis College of Health Careers reference form.

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Do you have a high school diploma? Yes No Graduation Date: ___________

By my signature on the reverse of this application, I declare that I have achieved high school or equivalent graduate status, and the information I am providing on this application is accurate and valid.

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HONORS AND AWARDS

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American Heart Association/American Academy of Pediatrics Certifications

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Basic Life Support for Healthcare Providers BLS (mandatory)

Pediatric Advanced Life Support PALS (optional)

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Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support ACLS (mandatory to graduate)

Neonate Resuscitation Program NRP (optional)

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St. Louis College of Health Careers is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action institution and is nondiscriminatory relative to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, age, disability or status as a Vietnam-era veteran. Any person having inquiries concerning St. Louis College of Health Careers compliance with implementing Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Americans With Disabilities Act of 1990, or other civil rights laws should contact the Dean of Education, Cynthia Marten 636-529-0000, or the Assistant Secretary for Civil Rights, U.S. Department of Education.

Americans with Disabilities Act

If you have special needs addressed by the Americans with Disabilities Act, notify us at St. Louis College of Health Careers 1297 N. Highway Dr. Fenton, MO 63026 or phone (636) 529-0000 at least two weeks before you plan to attend. Reasonable efforts will be made to accommodate your special needs.

Please Read and Sign

The information provided on this application is true and complete at the date of writing to the best of my knowledge. If required, I agree to obtain and/or show documentation of any vaccinations, immunizations, and tests required by the Respiratory Therapy Education Program prior to engaging in fieldwork or clinical activities. This may also include criminal history and background check if required by participating educational affiliates.

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Email application to ahyde@ or place the application in an envelope and mail to: Bachelor of Science Respiratory Therapy Online Completion Program Admissions Committee St. Louis College of Health Careers 1297 N. Highway Dr. Fenton, MO 63026

If you have any questions regarding the Bachelor of Science Respiratory Therapy Online Completion Program, the application, or admission procedures, you may contact the Admissions Director at ahyde@.

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