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Dec 08, 2024
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2021-22 Catalog [ARCHIVED CATALOG]
Bachelor of Applied Science in Respiratory Care (Entry to Profession)
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Learning Outcomes
Curriculum includes professional courses and clinical experiences to support professional development and prepares students to become respiratory care practitioners with advanced-level skills. A student earning a Bachelor of Applied Science in Respiratory Care will be able to: - Perform tasks and skills necessary for fulfilling the role of an entry level respiratory care practitioner with advanced knowledge in adult critical care, neonatal/pediatric care and disease management.
- Demonstrate ethical respiratory care practices for decision making in the delivery of patient care.
- Provide care that is culturally responsive by considering and respecting multiple dimensions of human diversity.
- Practice team collaboration, leadership, and management skills in healthcare settings.
Program Eligibility
To qualify for admission to the BAS Respiratory Care program, eligible applicants must have: - Completed or be in process of completing AAS-T (pre) Respiratory Care at Highline College
- Completed 45 credits of required BAS Respiratory Care prerequisites ;
- Official transcripts from a regionally accredited college or university;
- GPA 2.5 or better in all courses
Application Process
To be considered for the Bachelor of Applied Science program in Respiratory Care, prospective students must submit the following: - Completed Highline bachelor “Application for Program Admissions” forms
- Nonrefundable application fee
- Copy of transcripts from regionally accredited college or university
Important Notes
- This information does not substitute for meeting with a faculty adviser.
- Once accepted into the program students must achieve a minimum 2.5 grade in each Professional-Technical Core course and Support course.
- This program is offered only on a full-time basis with a new cohort starting each fall quarter.
- Mid-way through the program students will complete an AAS-T (pre) Respiratory Care degree upon successful completion of 50 credits support courses and 40 credits of Respiratory Care core courses.
- This program is fully accredited by the Commission on Accreditation for Respiratory Care.Located at http://www.coarc.com
Other important information including program updates and program requirements can be found on the Respiratory Care website: http://respiratory.highline.edu Requirements
Please contact Faculty Advisory or Program Manager for most updated information. Students must have a total of 60 general education courses to be awarded the BAS degree. - Higher level courses will be considered to meet requirements of prerequisites
- Students can apply when 30 credits of prerequisites are completed. If selected for acceptance all 45 credits of prerequisites must be completed before program start
* may be taken within the program or prior to entering the program ** may be taken within the BAS program General Education Requirements (60 credits)
BAS Prerequisites (45 credits)
Social Science Requirements
Quantitative Skill Requirements
Communications Requirement
Program Specific Requirements (120 credits)
Professional-Technical Core Courses
Total Program Credits: 180
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