Award: Associate in Applied Science Degree
Program Location: South Omaha Campus
Utilizing sophisticated biomedical equipment, respiratory therapists provide diagnostic testing, treatment, and preventive care to patients with cardiopulmonary disorders under the direct or indirect supervision of a physician. Upon completion of this degree, students are eligible to take the registry examination administered by the National Board for Respiratory Care.
The Respiratory Therapy program is accredited by CoARC - the Commission on Accreditation for Respiratory Care, 264 Precision Blvd, Telford, TN 37690, 1-817-283-2835.
All required classes for the RPTAS degree must have a grade of C or better to graduate from the program.
Recommended Program Map
Click here to see the recommended Program Map for this degree. Courses are listed by quarter to show the fastest path to your degree and should be completed in the order listed. If you are unable to complete all courses listed in a quarter, complete as many courses in this sequence as your schedule allows. If you have questions or concerns about your map, please call 531-622-2400.
Graduation Requirements
Major Requirements: 76.5
Other Requirements: 9.5
General Education: 24.0
Total credit hours required: 110.0
This program has special admission requirements. Contact Student Services or the Respiratory Care program director for more information and to obtain a current admission information packet, or visit mccneb.edu/healthcareers.
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