Respiratory Care Student Program Goals
To prepare graduates with demonstrated competence in the cognitive (knowledge), psychomotor (skills), and the affective (behavior) domains of respiratory care practice as performed by registered respiratory therapists (RRTs).
The Commission on Accreditation for Respiratory Care (CoARC) accredits respiratory therapy education programs in the United States. To achieve this end, it utilizes an ‘outcomes based’ process. Programmatic outcomes are performance indicators that reflect the extent to which the educational goals of the program are achieved and by which program effectiveness is documented. The information on outcomes of all accredited programs can be found at the CoARC Programmatic Outcomes Data page.
Respiratory Care Student Program Learning Outcomes
- Utilize Critical Thinking/Problem Solving Skills:
Graduates will demonstrate proficiency in critical thinking and problem-solving to aid in the accurate diagnosis, effective management, and treatment of patients with cardiopulmonary diseases. - Evaluate Assessment Data and Apply Interventions:
Graduates will be able to systematically evaluate assessment data, apply appropriate interventions, and administer prescribed respiratory care to patients with cardiopulmonary diseases, ensuring optimal patient outcomes. - Demonstrate Technical Proficiency:
Graduates will exhibit technical proficiency in all required skills, performing their roles as registered respiratory therapists safely and effectively. - Educate Various Stakeholders:
Graduates will possess the ability to educate patients, their families, healthcare professionals, and community members on matters related to cardiopulmonary wellness, disease prevention, and management, fostering health literacy. - Communication Skills:
Graduates will recognize, demonstrate, and apply written and oral communication skills essential for effective interaction in the healthcare setting. This includes communicating with patients, colleagues, and other healthcare professionals. - Professional Ethics and Legal Compliance:
Graduates will practice within the registered respiratory therapist’s professional moral, ethical, legal, and regulatory framework. This includes adhering to established standards of conduct, ensuring patient confidentiality, and maintaining the highest level of professionalism