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Course Outline Respiratory Care (A.A.S.)  |
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The Respiratory Care Program at Nassau Community College is designed to train the student for a career as a respiratory therapist. It is a two-year course of study (spanning four semesters and including two summer sessions) leading to the Associate in Applied Science (A.A.S.) degree. Graduates are eligible for nationally recognized certification and registration through the National Board for Respiratory Care, and for licensure by the New York State Education Department.
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To be eligible for admission to the Respiratory Care Program candidates must meet academic requirements, must be legally eligible for employment and licensure in the United States at the time of application, must be of “good moral character” as defined in the New York State Education Law as applicable to the profession of Respiratory Care and must pass a criminal background check.
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| The Respiratory Care curriculum is a balance of courses in the liberal arts and basic sciences as well as more specialized technical and clinical courses. Clinical, laboratory and classroom training is structured to provide a comprehensive understanding of modern respiratory care techniques. Graduates are trained in diagnostic and therapeutic techniques for adult, pediatric and neonatal patients, and upon graduation are prepared to work in all areas of the field including intensive-critical-emergency care, general respiratory care and rehabilitation and home care for cardiopulmonary patients. This program is nationally accredited by the Committee on Accreditation for Respiratory Care. Opportunities for professional advancement at the Bachelor of Science (B.S.) degree level are available. |
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