The two-year Respiratory Therapist (RSPT) program is designed to prepare individuals for career entry into respiratory care. Respiratory Care Practitioners evaluate, treat, and manage patients of all ages with respiratory illnesses and other cardiopulmonary disorders. Upon completion of the Associate of Applied Science (A.A.S.) degree in respiratory care, the graduate will be eligible to apply for the credentialing exams administered by the National Board for Respiratory Care (NBRC), 10801 Mastin Street, Suite 300, Overland Park, KS 66210. Toll-Free 888.341.4811. The program is fully accredited by the Commission on Accreditation for Respiratory Care (COARC), 264 Precision Blvd Telford, TN 37690 USA, Telephone: 817-283-2835.
Program CIP Code: 51.0908
Cost of Attendance: https://www.hccs.edu/applying-and-paying/tuition-calculator/
The credit totals are displayed in two key locations: 1. At the end of each semester: You’ll find the total number of credits for that specific semester. 2. At the end of the degree plan: The total number of credits for the entire degree program is listed at the bottom of the plan.
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