Cincinnati State Technical and Community College
Admission Information
Respiratory Care Program
Prerequisites:
1. High School diploma or GED (college transcripts can also be
submitted for transfer of applicable credit).
2. High School or college course in Physics (preferably PHY 110), Biology, and
Chemistry (within 6 years of application date) with grade of C or better.
3. Scores on the COMPASS™ test indicating:
a. Readiness for college level English (ENG 101).
b. Math ability: readiness to take algebra or statistics
4. Overall GPA of 2.75
Note:
After submission of an application the college, a high school transcript and college transcripts (if
applicable) and the COMPASS™ test scores, your file will be reviewed. The College will notify
you in writing of your admission status and assign you an advisor. We request that you meet
with your advisor prior to scheduling classes.
FYE:
FIRST YEAR EXPERIENCE must be completed before the student completes 12 credit hours.
CLASS STARTS: Technical sequence starts every Fall Semester. The class for fall 2014 will be selected
through the progression process. The progression process will begin January 1 2014 and
close Feb 15th, 2014. Students will be notified no later than March 15th. Meet with a
Respiratory Care advisor for details and check your Cincinnati State e-mail for updates.
Basic science and non-technical courses may be taken prior to taking your technical
courses. These courses are offered both day and evening.
Technical courses are offered during the day only.
LENGTH OF PROGRAM:
22 months, Associate of Applied Science Degree
#ACCEPTED PER YEAR:
Up to 25 students
STARTING PAY RANGE:
Approximately $37,500 - $45,000 annual salary
APPROXIMATE COST
OF TUITION
$10,200 – approximate tuition for Ohio state resident (taking exact
courses as stated in the catalog).
$20,400– approximate tuition for out-of-state resident (taking exact courses as
stated in the catalog).
$1,000 – Books (approx.)
$500.00 – Lab Fees (approx.)
ACCREDITED BY:
The program is accredited by the Commission on Accreditation for Respiratory
Care (CoARC) 1248 Harwood Road, Bedford, Texas, 76021 (817-282-2835)
www.coarc.com. Program # 200260 – Consortium with UC Clermont College.
ADVISORS:
Michael Chaney, Program Chair - 569-1670 – michael.chaney2@cincinnatistate.edu
Debbie Lierl, Advisor - 569-1670 – debra.lierl@cincinnatistate.edu
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RESPIRATORY CARE PROGRAM
ESSENTIAL FUNCTION
(RT)
Dear Applicant:
The following essential functions are required of all students enrolled in the Respiratory Therapy Program.
Respiratory Therapist are responsible for the care of patients some of who are critically ill. They are often required to
manage highly complex pieces of equipment, as well as interact with patients in order to make other therapeutic
assessments. Therefore, in order to be successful in the Respiratory Therapy Program, all applicants should be able to
perform, or learn to perform, the following essential functions:
Other personal, technical and physical requirements desired of Respiratory Therapist*
PERSONAL QUALITIES:
TOOLS AND MATERIALS:
THE PHYSICAL DEMANDS
OF THE JOB:
Qualities of RESPIRATORY THERAPIST usually include:

Punctuality and dependability

Accuracy and analytical judgment

An ability to work under pressure on multiple task

An ability to work well under supervision and in groups

An ability to pay close attention to detail

Communicate effectively in English (verbally and written)

Mechanical, electronic, and computer skills
RESPIRATORY THERAPIST work with:

Life supporting devices, such as mechanical ventilators

Computerized instruments that perform a number of tests at the same time

Specimens of blood, cells, and other body substances which may be infectious

Solutions and reagents

Stethescopes

Computers
You are likely to face the following physical demands as a Respiratory Therapist
1. Spend much of the day traveling between patient rooms, various patient care areas,
and the Respiratory Care Department. Most clinical days are 12 hours long.
2. Move and position bedridden patients
3. Perform physically demanding procedures such as chest physiotherapy and chest
compressions.
4. Possess sufficient auditory perception in order to hear normal levels of speech of
patients and staff, assess patient care needs by the use of devices such as a
stethoscope, and respond to alarms.
5. Possess sufficient visual acuity so as to accurately measure medications, read patient
records, evaluate information displayed on patient monitors, and make observations of
patients as required for Respiratory Therapy.
6. Manipulate small pieces of equipment and perform complex skills such as arterial
puncture and endotracheal intubation.
7. Apply sufficient intellectual and emotional skills in order to plan and exercise independent
judgment for patient care, and to respond quickly to medical emergencies.
* Reasonable accommodations will be made in compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act.
The program reserves the right to require applicants or students to demonstrate the ability to perform any of these essential functions.
Applicants who believe that they may need special accommodation in order to perform one or more of these functions must contact the
appropriate office listed below for assessment: Cincinnati State Office of Disabilities at 513-569-1775.
Effective 3/24/08 Section 4761.051 of the Ohio Revised Code requires those applying for a license or a limited permit
issued by the Ohio Respiratory Care Board to submit fingerprints for a criminal records check completed by the Ohio
Bureau of Criminal Identification and Investigation (BCI&I) and the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI).
*Felony records and misdemeanors may prohibit you from continuing in this program or obtaining employment.
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Cincinnati State Technical and Community College
Respiratory Care Program Semester Schedule
Academic Year –
Semester
Course
Number
RT 100
RT 101
RT 172
BIO 151
ENG 101
Introduction to Respiratory Care
Respiratory Care Science 1
Cardiopulmonary Anatomy and Physiology
Anatomy and Physiology 1
English Composition
Year One –
Spring Semester
RT 102
RT 111
RT 173
BIO 152
BIO 220
Respiratory Care Science 2
Respiratory Clinical Practice 1
Cardiopulmonary Disease
Anatomy and Physiology 2
Microbiology
Year One –
Summer
Semester
RT 103
RT 112
BIO 230
COMM
XXX
ENG
102
Mechanical Ventilation
Respiratory Clinical Practice 2
Pharmacology
Communications Elective
Composition and Argument
RT 201
RT 202
RT 211
BIO 240
MAT
XXX
XXX
RT 203
RT 204
RT 212
XXXXXX
Advanced Respiratory Critical Care
Specialties in Respiratory Care
Respiratory Clinical Practice 3
Fundamentals of Pathophysiology
Mathematics Elective
Social Science Elective
Year One –
Fall Semester
Year Two – Fall
Semester
Year Two –
Spring Semester
Course Title
Respiratory Care Seminar
Respiratory Care Science Capstone
Respiratory Clinical Practice 4
Humanities Elective
Total Curriculum Credit Hours
Credit
Hours
1-0-1
3-2-4
3-2-4
3-2-4
3-0-3
16
3-2-4
1-8-2
3-2-4
3-2-4
2-3-3
17
3-2-4
1-16-2
3-0-3
3-0-3
3-0-3
15
3-0-3
2-0-2
1-16-2
3-0-3
3-0-3
3-0-3
16
1-2-2
0-2-1
1-16-2
3-0-3
8
72
Communications Elective: (Choose three credits from the following courses) COMM 105, COMM 110
Mathematics Elective: (Choose three credits from the following courses) MAT 131, MAT 151
Social Science Elective: Any ECO, POL, LBR, PSY, SOC
Humanities Elective: Any ART, HST, LIT, MUS
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