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East
Los
Angeles
College
1301AvenidaCesarChavez
MontereyPark,CA917546099
SantaMonicaCollege
1900PicoBoulevard
SantaMonica,CA 90405
East Los Angeles College /
Santa Monica College
Respiratory Therapy ProgramStudent Handbook
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TableofContentsEducationalMissionandPhilosophies............................................................................................ 4
EastLosAngelesCollegeMission,Vision,andValues................................................................. 4
SantaMonica
College
Mission,
Vision,
and
Goals
.......................................................................
6
ProgramDescriptionandRequirements......................................................................................... 9
ProgramClinicalStudentLearningOutcomes............................................................................. 9
ApplicationProcessandRequirements......................................................................................... 11
CampusAssignment.................................................................................................................. 11
ApplicationSubmission............................................................................................................. 12
NotificationofApplicationStatus............................................................................................. 12
AlgorithmforRespiratoryTherapyProgramApplication......................................................... 13
PrerequisiteRequirementsTable............................................................................................. 14
PrerequisiteCourseDescriptions EastLosAngelesCollege.................................................. 15
PrerequisiteCourseDescriptions SantaMonicaCollege....................................................... 17
AdmissionsProcess....................................................................................................................... 21
ConditionsforAdmissions......................................................................................................... 21
WrittenConfirmationoftheIntentiontoAcceptSpace....................................................... 23
RespiratoryTherapyEducationalPlan.................................................................................. 24
AAGeneral
Education
Degree
Audit
.....................................................................................
25
RespiratoryTherapyProgramOrientationPurposeandSampleAgenda............................. 26
TestforEssentialAcademicSkillsDescriptionandPurpose................................................. 27
ConditionsforClinicalPlacement.............................................................................................. 28
CriminalBackgroundCheckandDrugScreeningPolicy........................................................ 28
RespiratoryCarePractitionerStudentJobDescription......................................................... 31
TechnicalStandardsforRespiratoryTherapyStudents(Table)............................................ 32
ReadinessInitiative.................................................................................................................... 33
ProgramEnrollmentandProgression........................................................................................... 35
RetentionInitiative.................................................................................................................... 35
PoliciesonProgressionthroughtheRTProgram...................................................................... 35
RemediationInitiative............................................................................................................... 37
AlgorithmforRespiratoryTherapyProgramAdmissions/Enrollment...................................... 38
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ProgramPolicies............................................................................................................................ 39
StudentCodeofConduct.......................................................................................................... 39
ResponsibilitiesoftheStudents............................................................................................ 39
HonorCodeStatement.............................................................................................................. 39
ClinicalAssignment.................................................................................................................... 40
ClinicalHoursRequirement................................................................................................... 40
BankingofClinicalTime......................................................................................................... 40
LeavingaClinicalAssignment................................................................................................ 40
CurriculumDocumentationinClinicalAssignment............................................................... 40
ClinicalEvaluation.................................................................................................................. 41
CellPhoneUseonClinicalAssignment................................................................................. 42
ProgramExit
and
Re
admission
.................................................................................................
43
VoluntaryWithdrawalfromtheProgram............................................................................. 43
CourseFailureandProgramDismissal.................................................................................. 43
ReadmissionProcessandRequirements................................................................................. 45
RemediationRequirements................................................................................................... 45
ReApplication....................................................................................................................... 47
AssociateDegreeProgramCurriculum......................................................................................... 48
RecommendedProgramCoreCourseSequence...................................................................... 49
ProgramCorequisiteCourses................................................................................................... 50
GeneralEducationDegreeRequirements................................................................................. 50
NonTraditionalAssociateinScienceDegree............................................................................ 52
NonTraditionalProgramPrerequisites:................................................................................... 52
RespiratoryTherapyProgramCoreCourseDescriptions ELAC............................................... 54
RespiratoryTherapyProgramCorequisiteCourseDescriptions ELAC................................... 57
RespiratoryTherapyProgramCoreCourses SMC................................................................... 58
RespiratoryTherapy
Program
Co
requisite
Course
Descriptions
SMC
...................................
59
Appendices.................................................................................................................................... 61
AdministrativeRegulationsforEastLosAngelesCollege......................................................... 62
AdministrativeRegulationsforSantaMonicaCollege.............................................................. 63
SantaMonicaCollegeMajorSheetforAADegree.................................................................... 64
SantaMonicaCollegeRespiratoryTherapyCourseofStudyForm........................................... 65
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EducationalMissionandPhilosophies
EastLosAngelesCollegeMission,Vision,andValues
MISSIONSTATEMENT
EastLosAngelesCollegeisdedicatedtofacilitatingstudentlearningthroughthehighestquality
of transfer, career technical, basic skills, and community service courses and programs. We
serve a culturally diverse community of lifelong learners in a dynamic urban setting by
supportingstudentsuccess inachievingassociatedegrees,generaleducation,certificates,and
personaldevelopment.Todevelopthepotentialofeachstudent,thecollegeprovidesaccessto
innovative teaching methods, alternative modes of course delivery, the latest in educational
technology,and
comprehensive
support
services.
VISION
East Los Angeles College endeavors to be an exemplary model for student academic,
technological and artistic achievement. Through our evolving physical and technological
infrastructures,designedtofacilitateteaching,learningandculturalexpression,wewillbecome
thefirstchoiceinhighereducationandtheculturalcenterofourdiversecommunity.
STRATEGICDIRECTIONSorVALUES
EducationalOpportunityandAccess
We are offering an everimproving quality education by broadening student pathways,
empoweringourcommunitymembersand transforming theireducationalaspirations through
anaffordableeducation.
StudentCenteredInstructionandSupportServices
We are increasing our teaching effectiveness by employing interactive, studentcentered
strategiesthatengagestudents inthe learningprocessandprovidethemwiththeopportunity
to reflect on their own learning as they pursue their academic goals. We are continually
enhancingeachstudent'sabilitytosucceedthroughstudentfocusedsupportservicesandstate
oftheart educational technology. All aspects of our educational program, be it basic skills,
careertechnical,or transfer instruction, fostereachstudent'sdevelopment asaglobalcitizen
andlifelonglearner.
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SkilledWorkforcefortheCompetitiveGlobalMarket
We are developing stronger ties with local and global organizations, businesses, high schools
andotheracademicinstitutions,ourdistrictandthestatetobuildinnovativeprogramsthatwill
cultivateasustainablecommunity.
CommunityCenteredInstitution
Wearegrowingourcampusasamulticulturalcenter,providingdiverseactivitiesthatpromote
cultural awareness, sensitivity, and unity and enrich the community through the arts and
scholarlyenhancement.
AccountabilityandFiscalResponsibility
Wearestrengtheningourcommitmenttosharedgovernanceanddatadrivendecisionmaking
by giving priority to endeavors that ensure student success while maintaining the financial
viabilityofthecollegethroughouraccountableplanningprocess.
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SantaMonicaCollegeMission,Vision,andGoals
MISSION
Santa Monica College strives to create a learning environment that both challenges students
and supports them in achieving their educational goals. Students learn to contribute to the
globalcommunityastheydevelopanunderstandingoftheirpersonalrelationshiptotheworlds
social,cultural,political,economic,technological,andnaturalenvironments.
Tofulfillthismission,SantaMonicaCollegeprovidesopenandaffordableaccesstohighquality
associate degreeand certificate of achievement programs. These programs prepare students
forsuccessfulcareers,developcollegelevel skills,enable transfer touniversities,and fostera
personalcommitmenttolifelonglearning.
Santa Monica College serves the worlds diverse communities by offering educational
opportunitieswhichembracetheexchangeof ideas inanopen,caringcommunityof learners
andwhichrecognizethecriticalimportanceofeachindividualscontributiontotheachievement
ofthecollegesvision.
VISIONANDCOREVALUES
SantaMonicaCollegewillbealeaderandinnovatorinstudentlearningandachievement. Santa
MonicaCollege
will
prepare
and
empower
students
to
excel
in
their
academic
and
professional
pursuitsforlifelongsuccessinanevolvingglobalenvironment.
As acommunity committed toopen inquiry thatencourages dialogand the free exchange of
ideas,SantaMonicaCollegewillserveasamodelforstudentsinthepracticeofitscorevalues:
intellectual inquiry, researchbased planning and evaluation, democratic processes,
communicationandcollegiality,globalawareness,andsustainability.
GOALS
Toachieve thisvision,SantaMonicaCollegehas identifiedthe following InstitutionalLearning
Outcomesandsupportinggoals.
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InstitutionalLearningOutcomes
SantaMonicaCollegestudentswill:
Acquire the selfconfidence and selfdiscipline to pursue their intellectual curiosities
withintegrityinboththeirpersonalandprofessionallives.
Obtainthe
knowledge
and
skills
necessary
to
access,
evaluate,
and
interpret
ideas,
images, and information critically in order to communicate effectively, reach
conclusions,andsolveproblems.
Respect the interrelatedness of the global human environment, engage with diverse
peoples, acknowledge the significance of their daily actions relative to broader issues
andevents.
Assume responsibility for their own impact on the earth by living a sustainable and
ethicallifestyle.
SupportingGoals
InnovativeandResponsiveAcademicEnvironment
Continuouslydevelopcurricularprograms,learningstrategies,andservicestomeetthe
evolvingneedsofstudentsandthecommunity
SupportiveLearningEnvironment
Provideaccess
to
comprehensive
student
learning
resources
such
as
library,
tutoring,
andtechnology
Provide access to comprehensive and innovative student support services such as
admissionsandrecords,counseling,assessment,outreach,andfinancialaid
StableFiscalEnvironment
Respond to dynamic fiscal conditions through ongoing evaluation and reallocation of
existingresourcesandthedevelopmentofnewresources
SustainablePhysicalEnvironment
Apply sustainable practices to maintain and enhance the colleges facilities and
infrastructureincludinggrounds,buildings,andtechnology
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SupportiveCollegialEnvironment
Improveandenhancedecisionmakingandcommunicationprocessesinordertorespect
thediverseneedsandgoalsoftheentirecollegecommunity
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ProgramDescriptionandRequirementsTheEastLosAngelesCollege/SantaMonicaCollegeRespiratoryTherapyProgramisarigorous
academic and clinical practice program demanding a fulltime commitment. This unique
partnershipprovidesthestudentawealthofresourcestomaximizethelearningexperienceand
offers
a
unique
opportunity
to
gain
the
knowledge
and
skills
necessary
to
enter
this
exciting
profession through twohighly regarded institutionsofhighereducation. The investment that
studentsmaketowardsacareer inrespiratorycarepaysoffwhentheygraduatefromourEast
LosAngelesCollege/SantaMonicaCollegeAdvancedPracticeconsortiumprogram.
Throughthispartnershipprogramstudentsmaychooseahomecampusfromwhichtheywill
graduate. StudentsselectingEastLosAngelesCollegemaytakealloftheircourseworkthrough
theEastLosAngelesCollege. StudentsselectingSantaMonicaCollegeastheirhomecampus
are
able
to
take
5
of
the
6
first
year
courses
at
SMC,
followed
by
a
second
year
of
classroom
and
clinical study through enrollment on our ELAC partner campus. In addition to Respiratory
Therapycorecoursesstudentsmustalsofollowtheirhomecampusgraduationrequirements
inordertosatisfythecampusesAssociateDegree.
WhetherthestudentchoosesEastLosAngelesCollegeorSantaMonicaCollegefortheirhome
campus, the program structure is the same. The first year consists of didactic course
instructionandthe"secondyear"consistsofonedayperweekofclassroomworkontheELAC
campusand24hoursofclinicalpracticumcompletedatavarietyof localHealthcare facilities.
The program has a strong commitment to student success and no matter which campus a
student selects they are offered the support, instruction, and skills assistance necessary to
succeed.
ProgramClinicalStudentLearningOutcomes
Studentswillknowhowtoapplyclinicalassessment,lungexpansion,bronchialhygiene,
andairwaymanagementskillsintheclinicalsetting.
Inanypatientcaresetting,therespiratorycarestudentwillknowhowtoreviewexisting
clinicaldataandcollectorrecommendobtainingadditionalpertinentclinicaldata. The
student evaluates all data to determine the appropriateness of the prescribed
respiratorycareplan,andparticipatesinthedevelopmentoftherespiratorycareplan.
In any patient care setting, the respiratory care student will know how to evaluate,
monitorandrecordpatientsresponsetocare.
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The student will know how to maintain patient records and communicate with other
healthcareteammembers.
The therapist will know how to initiate, conduct, and modify prescribed therapeutic
procedurestoachievethedescribedobjectives.
Thestudent
will
know
how
to
provide
care
in
emergencies.
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ApplicationProcessandRequirementsStudents may apply for admission to the Respiratory Therapy program once they can submit
documentation verifying completion of all program prerequisite courses with a grade of C or
better. AdmissiontotheRespiratoryTherapyprogramoccursonceayearinthefallsemester.
Applications
are
accepted
on
a
continuous
basis
for
each
Fall
Freshmen
class
with
an
application
deadline of April 1st for each fall admissions. Once the fall class for a specific year is full,
applicationsareacceptedforthefollowingfallclass. Studentsareadmittedonthebasisofthe
completionofadmissioncriteriaandthecompletedapplicationdate.
**ThisprogramprovidesveteranspriorityservicesundertheJobsforVeteransAct. Completed
applicationsfromU.S.veteransandthequalifyingspousesofU.S.veteransreceiveanApril2nd
application receipt date for each fall class. Documentation of veteran status or qualifying
spouse
status
is
required
in
order
to
receive
priority
services.
ProgramApplicationsandtranscriptsfromallcollegesattended (PhotocopiesareOK)mustbe
mailed/deliveredtotheprogramofficeofyourdesiredAssociateDegreecampus. Assignment
ofanapplicationdate isbasedon thedateandtimeacompletedapplication isreceivedby
theprogramofficeofthedesiredcampus.
CampusAssignment
AtthetimeofapplicationthestudentmayselectELACorSMCforthepurposesofattainmentof
his/herdegree
and
for
qualification
for
financial
aid.
At
student
may
only
submit
application
to
onecampus. Thisdesignationwillbeplacedonthestudentsfileatthetimeofadmissioninto
theprogram.
The requirements for the Associate Degree vary slightly on each campus and it is the
responsibilityofthestudenttomakeanappointmentwithanacademiccounselorasacondition
foradmissions tocompleteaAA GeneralEducationDegree Audit inorder toverify that they
have the required GE coursework to qualify for the degree, once their RT coursework is
complete.
Thiscoursework
is
NOT
aprerequisite
to
program
admittance,
but
it
MUST
be
completetoobtainthedegree,graduatefromtheprogram,andbeeligiblefor licensure inthe
stateofCalifornia.
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ApplicationSubmission
ApplicationsareacceptedonacontinuousbasisforeachFallFreshmenclasswithanapplication
deadline of April 1st for each fall admissions. Applications are accepted at the following
locationsbasedonthedesiredAssociateDegreeCampus. Applicationsmailed/deliveredtothe
incorrect
campus
will
not
be
forwarded.
Please
be
sure
to
submit
your
application
to
the
correctcampus.
EastLosAngelesCollegeapplicationscanbedeliveredormailedto
EastLosAngelesCollege
1301AvenidaCesarChavez
MontereyPark,CA 917546099
ATTN:RespiratoryTherapyProgramOffice,BungalowC2.6
SantaMonicaCollegeapplicationscanbemailedto
Santa
Monica
College
1900PicoBlvd
SantaMonica,CA90405
ATTN:HealthSciences,RespiratoryTherapyProgramOffice
SantaMonicaCollegeapplicationscanbedelivered*to
SantaMonicaCollegeBundyCampus,3rdFloorHealthSciencesOffice
3171S.BundyDr.
LosAngeles,CA90066
*applicationsmailedtothisaddresswillbereturnedtosenderbytheUSPostalService
Notificationof
Application
Status
Once received by the Respiratory Therapy program office, applications are screened to
determine whether they are complete. Prospective students are sent notification of the
screeningresult(COMPLETEORINCOMPLETE)viaemailandUSPost.
Applicants who submitted Complete applications are assigned an application date and
applicantswhosubmittedIncompleteapplicationsareprovidedwithachecklistofitemsneeded
to complete their application and will be assigned an application date only when all items
neededhave
been
received
by
the
home
campus.
Students
who
do
not
respond
to
the
checklist
or who are unable to provide the necessary materials will be notified at the time of class
invitation that they are not eligible for the program and may apply for a future class.
Incompleteapplicationsaredestroyedatthistime.
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AlgorithmforRespiratoryTherapyProgramApplication
Studentisnotifiedvia
USPostandemailthat
he/sheisnoteligible
fortheprogram
StudentisassignedanapplicationdateSTEPFOUR
Studentisnotified
viaUSPostand
emailthattheir
applicationis
incomplete. A
checklistisprovided
noting
what
is
neededtocomplete
theapplication.
Studentapplicationmeetsprogram
requirementsandisComplete
Studentapplication
doesnotmeetprogramrequirements
foradmission
Studentapplication
meetsprogram
requirements,butis
Incomplete
StudentcompletesprogramprerequisitecourseswithaCorbetter
Studentsubmitsaprogramapplicationtotheirselectedhomecampus
Studentapplicationisreviewed
STEPONE
STEPTWO
STEPTHREE
AlgorithmforRTProgramApplication
Studentsubmits
neededmaterials
Studentdoesnot
respond
StudentisnotifiedviaUSPostand
email
that
he/she
is
not
eligible
for
theprogramatthistime
StudentisnotifiedviaUS
Postandemailthattheir
applicationiscomplete.
Studentisnotified
via
US
Post
and
email
thattheirapplication
iscom lete.
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Pre-requisiteRequirementsTable
ProgramPrerequisiteCoursesmustbecompletedwithaCorbetterpriortoapplicationtothe
program.
PrerequisiteCourse EastLosAngelesCollege SantaMonicaCollege
HumanAnatomy
ANATOMY1: IntroductiontoHuman
Anatomy,4units**withlab
ANATMY1: GeneralHuman
Anatomy,4units**withlab
HumanPhysiology
PHYSIOL1: IntroductiontoHuman
Physiology,4units**withlab
PHYS3: HumanPhysiology,4units**
withlab
ChemistryIntro
CHEM51: Fundamentalsof
ChemistryI,5units**withlab
or
CHEM65: IntroductoryGeneral
Chemistry,4units**withlab
CHEM10: IntroductoryGeneral
Chemistry,5units**withlab
OralCommunication
SPEECH101: OralCommunicationI,
3units**
SPEECH1: ElementsofPublic
Speaking,3units**
SPEECH5: Interpersonal
Communication,3units**
SPEECH7: Intercultural
Communication,3units**
IntermediateAlgebra
MATH125: IntermediateAlgebra,5
units**
MATH18: IntermediateAlgebrafor
StatisticsandFiniteMathematics, 3
units**
or
MATH20: IntermediateAlgebra,5
units**
Readingand
Composition
ENGLISH101: CollegeReadingand
CompositionI,3units**
ENGL1: ReadingandComposition1,
3units**
* HumanPhysiologymustbecompletedwithinthelast7yearsatthetimeofadmission
**SemesterUnits
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Pre-requisiteCourseDescriptions - EastLosAngelesCollege
ANATOMY1:IntroductiontoHumanAnatomy1
1IntroductiontoHumanAnatomy1(4)UC:CSUIGETCArea5B
Advisory:English101.
(UCcreditlimit:Anatomy1+Physiology1combinedisequivalenttoBiology20,
maximumcredit
8units).
Lecture,3hours;Laboratory,3hours.
This course includes a study of the gross structure and function of the human body.
Dissection of the cat is made in the laboratory and comparison is made with human
structures. Thesheepsheartandbrainandthecowseyeareusedfordissectioninthe
laboratorytosupplementthestudyofcattissues.Theinterrelationshipofanatomywith
otherbiologicalandothersciencedisciplinesisemphasized.
PHYSIOL1: IntroductiontoHumanPhysiology1
1IntroductiontoHumanPhysiology1(4)IGETCArea5B
Prerequisites:Anatomy1andChemistry51orhigher.
(UCcreditlimit:Physiology1andAnatomy1combinedisequivalenttoBiology20,
maximumcredit8units)
Lecture,3hours;Laboratory,3hours.
Humanphysiologyisthestudyofthefunctionsofthebody. Itcoversallmajorsystems
ofthebody including thenervous,musculoskeletal,circulatory,respiratory,digestive,
urinary,endocrine,andreproductivesystems.Emphasisisgiventotheinteractionsand
integration of multisystems which are required to maintain homeostasis which is
essential for life. Microscopic examination of selected organs and tissues, as well as
laboratorymeasurements
of
physiological
functions,
are
covered
during
the
laboratory
sessions.
CHEM51: FundamentalsofChemistryI
51FundamentalsofChemistryI(5)CSU
Lecture,4hours;Laboratory,3hours.
This is an introductory course designed for nursing (and other paramedical students)
and liberal arts majors, who will not be taking Chemistry 101, yet need a physical
science course with a laboratory. This course covers, in an introductory manner, the
basicprinciples,laws,andnomenclatureofinorganicchemistry,organicchemistry,and
biochemistry.
CHEM65: IntroductoryGeneralChemistry
65IntroductoryGeneralChemistry(4)UC:CSUIGETCArea5A
(UCcreditlimit:Nocreditfor65iftakenafter101)
Prerequisite:SatisfactorycompletionofMathematics115.
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Advisory:Mathematics125.
Lecture,3hours;Laboratory,4hours.
ThisisanintroductorycourseforstudentswhowillbetakingChemistry101.Itpresents
thebasicprinciples,laws,andnomenclatureofinorganicchemistry,withemphasisupon
nomenclature and problemsolving. It can be used as a refresher course. This course
emphasizes problemsolving skills as they apply to chemical principles. Topics include
chemical measurements, significant figures, scientific notation, dimensional analysis,
namingofelementsandcompounds,discussionoftheperiodictable,chemicalbonding,
atomic and molecular structure, introduction to chemical reactions, stoichiometry,
thermochemistry,gases,solutions,acidsandbases.Onehourperweekisusedasato
bearranged(TBA)labsupplementalhourusingthechemistryPLATOsoftware.
SPEECH101: OralCommunicationI
101OralCommunicationI(3)UC:CSUIGETCArea1C
Lecture,3hours.
Training isoffered in theprinciplesandpracticesofeffectivespeechcompositionand
delivery. The course assists in building confidence and assurance in the delivery of
original presentations, acquaints students with the sources of speech materials, and
develops discriminating listening through speech analysis. Topics that concern the
students basicbeliefs and objectives in lifeare encouraged. Critical thinking, analysis
andevaluationareincorporatedintoallassignments.
MATH125: IntermediateAlgebra
125IntermediateAlgebra(5)
Prerequisite:
Satisfactory
completion
of
Mathematics
115,
or
acceptable
level
of
skill
as
demonstratedintheMathematicsplacementprocess.
Note:Ascientificorbusinesscalculatorisrequiredforthisclass.
Lecture,5hours.
Thiscoursestrengthensandfurtherdevelopsmanipulativeskillsinelementaryalgebra.
Topics include the fundamental operations on algebraic expressions, solutions of
equations and inequalities, exponentiation, graphs of algebraic, exponential and
logarithmicfunctions,systemsofequationsandinequalities,andanintroductiontothe
conicsections.Applicationsareincludedinawidevarietyofwordproblems.
ENGLISH101: CollegeReadingandCompositionI
101CollegeReadingandCompositionI(3)UC:CSUIGETCArea1A
Prerequisite:AcceptablelevelofskillasdemonstratedintheEnglishplacementprocess
orsatisfactorycompletionofEnglish61,62,63or65.
Advisory:Reading101.
Lecture,3hours.
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Thisisacollegelevelfreshmancompositioncoursewhichfocusesonexpositorywriting
andargumentationandrequiresthewritingofaminimumof6000wordsinessaysand
aresearchpaper.Studentsstudyavarietyoftextswrittenatthecollegelevel,including
literature, that reflect current academic concerns relating to issues of language,
ethnicity,class,gender,identity,psychology,andculturalstudies.Thecourseisintended
forstudents
who
plan
to
transfer
to
afour
year
college
or
university
Pre-requisiteCourseDescriptions - SantaMonicaCollege
ANATMY1: GeneralHumanAnatomy
4units
Transfer:UC,CSU
IGETCAREA5B(BiologicalSciences,+LAB)
Prerequisite:English1.
Thiscourse
is
an
intensive
study
of
the
gross
and
microscopic
structure
of
the
human
body including the four major types of tissue and their subgroups, and the following
organ systems: integumentary, skeletal, muscular, circulatory, respiratory, digestive,
urinary, reproductive,endocrine,nervous,andsenses.Functionsof theorgansystems
are included at the introductory level to prepare students for a course in Human
Physiology. Laboratory assignments develop the skills of observation, investigation,
identification, discovery and dissection. The use of actual specimens, including cat
dissectionandobservationofahumancadaver, isemphasizedtoassurethatstudents
learn the relative structure, functions, textures and variations in tissues not
incorporated inmodels. Supplemental materials such as models, photographs, charts,
videotapes,and
digitized
images
are
also
provided.
This
course
is
required
for
students
preparing for many Allied Health professions including, but not limited to, Nursing,
RespiratoryTherapy,PhysicalTherapy,PhysicalEducationandKinesiologyTraining,and
PhysiciansAssistant.
PHYS3:HumanPhysiology
4units
Transfer:UC,CSU
IGETCAREA5B(BiologicalSciences,+LAB)
Prerequisite:Anatomy1andChemistry10oreligibilityforChemistry11.
SkillsAdvisory:
Eligibility
for
English
1.
Thisrigorouscourseprovidesabasicunderstandingofphysiologicalmechanismswitha
focuson thehumanbody. Basicconceptsof cellularphysiology, including:molecular
control; mechanismsofgeneexpression; ligandbindingsite interactions; energyand
cellularmetabolism;membranetransport;membraneandactionpotentials;andcellular
communication, includingsignal transduction,willbe integratedwithintheconceptof
homeostasis involving the following body systems: nervous and sensory, endocrine,
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muscular, circulatory, immune, respiratory, renal, digestive, and reproductive. The
coursecontentincludesbothgeneralandclinicalapplicationsandisintendedtoprepare
students for advanced courses in Allied Health and Medical professions including
Nursing, Physical Therapy, Respiratory Therapy, Physicians Assistant, Pharmacy, and
ExerciseScience/KinesiologyTraining.
CHEM10:IntroductoryGeneralChemistry
5units
Transfer:UC,CSU
IGETCAREA5A(PhysicalSciences,+LAB)
Prerequisite:Math31.
*U.C.givesnocreditforChemistry10iftakenafterChemistry11.
This is an introductory laboratory course. It introduces principles, laws, and
nomenclature of inorganic chemistry and organic chemistry. Chemistry 10 prepares
studentstotaketheGeneralChemistrysequence (Chemistry11andChemistry12). It
additionallyserves
as
abasic
chemistry
course
for
the
allied
health
majors
(such
as
nursing and physiology). It also serves to fulfill general education requirements.
Students who successfully complete this course will understand basic chemical
principles and will have practiced quantitative reasoning and problem solving skills.
Students will also have learned various lab techniques, including the safe and
competenthandlingofchemicalsandlaboratoryequipment.
SPEECH1,ElementsofPublicSpeaking
3units
Transfer:UC,CSU
IGETCAREA
1C
(Oral
Communication)
Prerequisite:None.
Thisisacourseinpublicspeakingforstudentslearningtoprepareanddeliverplatform
speeches. Assignments include speeches of description, exposition, and persuasion.
Techniques forcontrolling tension,buildingselfconfidence,andeffective listeningare
emphasized.
SPEECH5,InterpersonalCommunication
3units
Transfer:UC,CSU
Prerequisite:None.
Techniques for effective interpersonal communication are studied with emphasis on
developing awareness of ones own actions and their impact on relationships. Verbal
andnonverbalcommunicationstylesareanalyzedandpracticedinonetooneandsmall
groupsituations.Lecture,discussion,andclassparticipationareutilizedtodemonstrate
avarietyofskillsincludinglisteningconflictresolution,andtheeffectiveuseoflanguage
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inpersonalandprofessional interactions. Inaddition,exercises inbody language, role
playing,andselfdisclosureandpositive/negativethinkinghelpstudentsunderstandthe
powerofthecommunicationprocess.
SPEECH7,InterculturalCommunication
3units
Transfer:UC,CSU
IGETCAREA4(SocialandBehavioralSciences)
SkillsAdvisory:EligibilityforEnglish1. ThiscoursesatisfiesSantaMonicaColleges
GlobalCitizenshiprequirement.
This course focuses on the identification and analysis of processes and challenges of
communicationasaffectedbydifferentcultures,especiallyasitaffectscommunication
amongthevariousculturesfoundwithintheUnitedStates(e.g.AfricanAmerican,Asian
American, Latino/a, Middle Eastern, Native American, European American and
Gay/Lesbiancultures)andamongthevariousculturesthroughouttheworld.Thecourse
focuseson
the
principles
of
communication
theory
as
they
apply
to
the
intercultural
settingwithanemphasisontheeffectsofdifferencesinbeliefs,values,attitudes,socio
politicalorganization, roleexpectations, languageandnonverbalbehavior,etc.allof
whichareinterrelated.
MATH18,IntermediateAlgebraforStatisticsandFiniteMathematics
3units
Prerequisite:Math31.
Topics include linear, quadratic, exponential and logarithmic functions and equations;
systems
of
linear
equations
and
inequalities;
sequences
and
series.
The
emphasis
is
on
setting up and solving applications of the algebraic material. Math 18 is designed for
studentswhoarerequiredtocompleteMath54onlyorMath21only.Ifyouareunsure
which transfer level math course you need, it is recommended you take Math 20.
MaximumallowableunitsforMath18andMath20is5units.
MATH20,IntermediateAlgebra
5units
Prerequisite:Math31
Topics include rational, irrational and complex numbers; fundamental operations on
algebraicexpressions
and
functions;
introduction
to
polynomial,
rational,
exponential
and logarithmic functions, equations and graphs; circles and parabolas; matrix row
reduction. Emphasis is on advanced algebraic factoring and simplification. Math 20
servesasaprerequisitetoallcollegelevelmathclasses.Studentswhoseterminalmath
courseisMath54orMath21maywanttoconsidertakingMath18instead.
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ENGL1,ReadingandComposition1
3units
Transfer:UC,CSU
IGETCAREA1A(EnglishComposition)
Prerequisite:English21Bor22,ESL21BorGroupAonthePlacementTest.
This introductorycourse inrhetoricemphasizesclear,effectivewrittencommunication
andpreparationoftheresearchpaper.
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AdmissionsProcessIn early May after the Admissions Committee meeting, applicants who submitted complete
applicationswillbesentnotificationthroughtheU.S.PostandEmailregardingtheirstatusfor
admissions. Applicants may receive one of two letters clarifying their status. These are a
Conditional Admissions invitation or an Alternate Status invitation. Those students receiving
ConditionalAdmissionslettersarethosethatareatthetopoftheapplicationlist(chronological
orderbasedonsubmissionofacompletedapplication). AllotherstudentsreceiveanAlternate
Statusinvitationexplainingthatthefallclasshasbeenselected,butthatshouldaseatbecome
available,alternatestudentswillbecontactedinchronologicalorderforconditionaladmissions
consideration. Inbothcases,the letters informstudentsoftheirpotentialstatusateitherthe
EastLosAngelesCollege campusor SantaMonica Collegecampusand requestan immediate
responseto
the
invitation.
Based
on
these
responses
and
the
students
ability
to
meet
the
Conditions for Admissions, the class of students is created. Alternate students who are not
offeredaseat inthecurrentfallclassareofferedaseat inafuturefallclassmaintainingtheir
assignedapplicationdate.
EastLosAngeles
College
SantaMonica
College
Howmanystudentsareadmittedforeachfallclass 50students 40students
The RT Program admits a class of new Freshmen in the Fall of each year. This class, once
formally admitted, will take two semesters of preclinical RT coursework, followed by a
Summer Preclinical preparation class (RT 15). They will then proceed into the final Clinical
YearwhichconsistsofaFallsemester,Wintersession,andSpringsemester.
ConditionsforAdmissions
ConditionsforAdmissionsaretasksorrequirementsthatmustbecompletedandverifiedprior
toofficial
admissions
to
the
program.
The
following
list
is
anon
comprehensive
list
of
the
ConditionsforAdmissionswhichmustbemetinordertosecureofficialadmissionstotheEast
Los Angeles College / Santa Monica College Respiratory Therapy Program. Conditions for
Admissions are subject to change upon the approval of the ELAC / SMC Respiratory Therapy
ProgramFacultyorupontherequirementofaffiliateagencies.
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Writtenconfirmationoftheintentiontoacceptspaceinthefall2011classortoaccept
Alternatestatusfromeachstudent(ConditionalAdmissionsResponseformorAlternate
Responseformortherespectiveelectronicconfirmationoption).
CompletionofanRTFacultyAdvisorymeetingtobecompletednolaterthanJune1st.
ForELACstudents,call3232658813tomakeanappointment.
ForSMCstudents,call3104343446,tomakeanappointment.
Creation and submission of a RT Educational Plan to the home campus RT Program
Office. ThisisdoneduringtheRTFacultyAdvisorymeetingandtheRTEducationalPlan
isthescheduleofclassestakenwhileintheprogram.
Completion of an academic counseling meeting for the home campus to verify all
currentgraduationrequirements.
For ELAC students, call 3232658751 or 3232658773 to make an appointment with
KeithHayashi.
For SMC students, call 3104343446 to make an appointment with Jose Cue or Kym
McBride
CreationandsubmissionofanAAGeneralEducationDegreeAudittothehomecampus
RTProgramOffice. Thisisdoneduringyouracademiccounselingmeetingforthehome
campus;makesuretoobtainwrittenverificationofwhatnonRTdegreecoursework is
stillneededorhasalreadybeensatisfiedfortheAssociateDegreeforthehomecampus.
AttendanceattheELACSMCProgramOrientation.
Completion and submission of results for the Test for Essential Academic Skills V or
above. Pleasebeassuredthattheresultsofthisassessmenthavenobearingonyour
program acceptance. The results are simply used in advisementwhileyou are in the
program. However,completionandsubmissionofresultsismandatory. NOTE: Thereis
nocosttothestudenttotakethetest.
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WrittenConfirmationoftheIntentiontoAcceptSpace
Thewrittenconfirmationoftheintentiontoacceptspaceintheprogramisthefirststepinthe
Admissions process. Once the program receives this written confirmation your space in the
programisreserveduntilallconditionsofadmissionsareverified.
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RespiratoryTherapyEducationalPlan
Onceadmitted,thestudentwillcreate inconsultationwiththeirassignedprogramAdvisoran
official Education Plan. The Advisor is assigned at the time of student acceptance of the
ConditionalAdmissions invitationandstudentreceivesnotificationofhis/herassignedadvisor
withtheConditionalAdmissionchecklist.
OncetheEducationalPlaniscompleted,itinthensignedbyboththestudentandAdvisorandis
placedinthestudentsprogramfolder. Studentsmustfollowthisplantomaintaintheiractive
status in the program. Changes will only be made to this plan under extenuating
circumstances. A student, who feels that a change is needed, can fill out the appropriate
request on the Education Plan Change Form. This student should supply appropriate
documentationandrationaleforwhythechange isrequired. TheAdvisorcaneitherrejector
support the students request for an Educational Plan change. If the Advisor accepts the
students rationale and supports the proposed change, the Advisor then brings the proposed
change to the fullAdmissionscommittee fordiscussion. The fullAdmissionsCommitteewith
makethefinaldecisionastoapprovaloftheproposedEducationalPlanchange.
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AAGeneralEducationDegreeAudit
The requirements for the Associate Degree vary slightly on each campus and it is the
responsibilityofthestudenttomakeanappointmentwithanacademiccounselortocompletea
AAGeneralEducationDegreeAuditinordertoverifythattheyhavetherequiredGEcoursework
toqualifyforthedegree. Thiscoursework isNOTaprerequisitetoprogramadmittance,but it
MUST be complete to obtain the degree, graduate from the program, and be eligible for
licensureinthestateofCalifornia.
*ThissampleisaSantaMonicaCollegeDocument. TheEastLosAngelesCollegedocumentmay
haveasignificantlydifferentformat.
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RespiratoryTherapyProgramOrientationPurposeandSampleAgenda
ThepurposeoftheRespiratoryTherapyProgramorientation isacquaint, inform,andmotivate
ournewstudents.
Acquaint: We welcome our new students to the respiratory therapy care profession and
acquaintthem
with
the
program
organization
and
each
other.
Inform: We provide essential information for students regarding the academic and clinical
practicumdemands,requiredtimecommitment,andprogramstructure. Wealsoseektodispel
anymythsandrumorsthatmaybebroughtup.
Motivate: We know the students are excited by the prospect of beginning the Respiratory
Therapy program and we seek to channel this excitement into productive successful student
behaviors.
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TestforEssentialAcademicSkillsDescriptionandPurpose
TheTEASexaminationwasdevelopedtomeasurebasicessentialskillsintheacademiccontent
areadomainsofReading,Mathematics,Science,andEnglishandLanguageusage. Theseentry
levelskillsweredeemedimportantfornursingandalliedhealthprogramapplicants.
TheTEAS
examination
is
a170
item,
four
option,
multiple
choice
examination
offered
in
both
paperandpencilandcomputeradministeredformat. Toprepare inanorganizedandefficient
manner,youshouldknowwhattoexpectfromtherealexamination.
ContentArea Numberof
TestItems
Reading 40
Mathematics 45
Science 30
EnglishandLanguageUsage 55
TEASTotal 170
Theresultsofthisexaminationhavenobearingonstudentprogramadmissions. Theresultsare
simplyusedinacademicadvisementofthestudentwhileintheprogram. However,completion
of the assessment and submission of results is mandatory. NOTE: There is no cost to the
studenttotakethetest.
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ConditionsforClinicalPlacement
Inaddition to theConditions forAdmission to theprogram studentsarealso informedat the
timeofadmissionoftheConditionsforClinicalPlacement. Ifastudentisunabletomeetthese
conditionsshortlybeforeentryintoand/orduringtheclinicalportionoftheprogram,students
will
be
unable
to
progress
through
the
program
and
will
be
required
to
exit
the
program.
Clear criminal background check and drug screening (completed prior to entering
and/or during the clinical portion of the program). Please communicate immediately
with the Program Director if you have any questions or concerns regarding this
condition.*
Verification that student meets the Technical Standards for Respiratory Therapy
Students
(completed
prior
to
entering
and/or
during
the
clinical
portion
of
the
program). PleasecommunicateimmediatelywiththeProgramDirectorifyouhaveany
questionsorconcernsregardingthiscondition.*
Completion and submission of clinical facility Physical Health Requirements such as a
Physical Exam, Immunizations, etc. (completed prior to entering and/or during the
clinicalportionoftheprogram)*
*Theseconditions
are
verified
shortly
before
entry
into
and/or
during
the
clinical
portion
of
the
program. Official Admissions are given to the student prior to the verification of these
conditions. Failure to meet these conditions at anytime during the program will result in
programexit.
CriminalBackgroundCheckandDrugScreeningPolicy
Aclearcriminalbackgroundcheckandadrugscreeningtestarerequiredfromallconditionally
acceptedapplicants foradmissionand from returning students requesting readmission to the
program. The purpose of this requirement is to comply with the policies of the healthcare
facilities where students complete the clinical practicum courses. The clinical practicum
component of the program is fundamental to respiratory therapy education. Therefore, we
mustabidebytherulesandpoliciesofthefacilitiesthatprovideclinicalpracticumexperienceto
the respiratory therapystudents.The facilities require thatallstudentsplacedat the facilities
have a clear or negative background check and a negative drug test. Consequently, all
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conditionallyacceptedapplicantsandstudentsrequestingreadmissionarerequiredtoprovide
evidence of a clear or negative background check and a negative drug test for entry to the
clinical practicum portion of the East Los Angeles College / Santa Monica College Respiratory
TherapyProgram.
CriminalBackgroundCheck
Thebackgroundcheckmustbedoneuponentryandreentrytotheclinicalpracticumportionof
theprogram. Thetimeframeinwhichthebackgroundcheckmaybecompletedandtheresults
submittedwillbedesignatedbytheProgramDirector. Continuingrespiratorytherapystudents
whohavenothadabreakinenrollmentintheprogrammustsignanaffidavitthattheyhavenot
had any arrests and/or convictions each semester. The healthcare facilities require a
negative/clear background check. Therefore, if the students background check is not clear,
studentswillnotbeabletoenterorremain intheprogram. Ifthere isaquestionregardinga
students results, the Program Director will confer with the Chief of the college police
departmenttodetermineeligibilityfortheprogram.
DrugScreeningTest
Thedrugscreeningtestmustbedoneuponentryandreentrytotheclinicalpracticumportion
oftheprogram. Thetimeframeinwhichthetestmaybecompletedandtheresultssubmitted
willbedesignatedbytheProgramDirector. Additionally,continuingstudentsmaybesubjectto
randomdrugtestingattheclinicalpracticumsiteperthediscretionofthehealthcarefacilities.
Thehealthcare
facility
affiliates
of
the
Respiratory
Therapy
program
require
evidence
of
a
negativedrugscreeningtest fromallstudentsassigned toparticipate in theclinicalpracticum
experienceattheirfacilities. Thereforeanystudentwithapositivedrugscreeningtestcannot
beadmittedtoorcontinueenrollmentintheRespiratoryTherapyprogram.
Instructions
Inpreparationforentrance intotheclinicalpracticumportionoftheprogram,studentswillbe
provided with instructions on how and where to complete the background check and drug
screening.
Thebackground
check
and
drug
screening
are
performed
by
independent
services
andthecost istheresponsibilityofthestudent. Resultsofbackgroundcheckanddrugtesting
willbeacceptedonlyfromEastLosAngelesCollege/SantaMonicaCollegeRespiratoryTherapy
programapprovedagencies/organizations. Thecriminalbackgroundcheckanddrugscreening
testmaynotbecompletedpriortonotificationfromtheProgramDirector.
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The Program Director of the respiratory therapy program will review the results after the
student has signed a release allowing the Program Director access to the information. The
backgroundcheckcertificatesandtestresultswillbeassignedidentifyingpasswordsandwillbe
keptconfidential. Thedetailsofthetestresultswillnotbeprovidedtothehealthcarefacilities.
However,in
situations
where
the
clinical
agency
requires
further
details,
the
clinical
agency
will
makearequestdirectlytothestudentfortheneededinformation.
Positive results on the drug screening test or refusal to be tested and/or unsatisfactory
background checks, including failure to disclose information, may result in forfeiture of
admissiontoorcontinuedenrollmentintheprogram.
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RespiratoryCarePractitionerStudentJobDescription
Thefollowingisusedtoadvisethestudentandisnotusedtodetermineadmissiontotheprogram
Respiratory Care Students must demonstrate numerous competencies representing all three
learning domains: cognitive, psychomotor and affective. Students learn, practice, and verifythesecompetenciesinanumberofsettings,includingclassroom,laboratory,andclinical.
Toachievetherequiredcompetencies intheclassroomsetting,respiratorycarestudentsmust
perceive,assimilate,andintegrateinformationfromavarietyofsources. Thesesourcesinclude
oral instruction, printed material, visual media, and live demonstrations. Students must
participate in classroom discussions, give oral reports, and pass written and computerbased
examinations of various formats; completion of these tasks requires cognitive skills, such as
reading,writing,andproblemsolving. Tobephysicallycapableoftheclassroomwork,students
must,withassistance,heabletohear,see,speak,sit,andtouch.
Respiratory care laboratories provide students with the opportunity to view demonstrations,
evaluateand
practice
with
medical
devices,
and
perform
simulated
clinical
procedures.
In
addition to the cognitive skills required in the classroom, students must demonstrate
psychomotor skills in manipulating patients and equipment, as well as general professional
behaviors like teambuilding and interpersonal communications. To satisfy laboratory
requirements,studentsmustperformallprocedureswithoutcriticalerror. Thisrequireshigh
levels of cognitive, perceptual, and psychomotor function. In addition to the physical
capabilitiesforclassroomwork,the laboratoriesrequirestudents,withassistance,toassemble
equipment,standwhileusingbothhandstoperformprocedures,performfinemotorskills,and
performproceduresrequiringconsiderablestrength. Examplesofthelatterproceduresinclude
turningandmovingpatients,endotrachealintubation,andcardiopulmonaryresuscitation.
Clinicaleducationinrespiratorycareinvolvesapplicationofskillsacquiredintheclassroomand
laboratory settings to actual patients in the clinical selling. In addition to the cognitive skills
required in those settings, students must demonstrate skills in patient assessment, clinical
reasoning, problemsolving, synthesizing care plans, and trouble shooting equipment.
Professionalbehaviorsrequiredforclinicaltrainingincludeconstructiveresponsestosituations
involving emergencies, deaths, stress, frustrating situations, and complex interactions with
othermembersof thehealthcare team. Studentsmustalsodemonstraterespect forothers,
empathy, responsibility, efficiency, integrity, and initiative. I n addition to the physical
capabilities required during the classroom and laboratory sessions. Clinical training includes
movingbriskly
between
patient
care
areas,
and
meeting
the
mental
and
physical
demands
of
twelvehourshiftsbothdayandnightrotations.
*Please see the Technical Standards for Respiratory Therapy Students Table for specificphysical, mental and aptitude standard s required of a respiratory therapy student.*Accommodations are available for students with a documented learning disability. Torequestaccommodations,contacttheDisabledStudentServicesofficesofthehomecampus.
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TechnicalStandardsforRespiratoryTherapyStudents(Table)
PHYSICALSTANDARDS Frequency
LIFT: Upto50poundstoassistmovingpatients F
STOOP: Toadjustequipment F
KNEEL: ToperformCPR OCROUCH: Tolocateandpluginelectricalequipment F
REACH: 51/2 abovethefloortoattachoxygendevicestowalloutlet, C
HANDLE: Smallandlargeequipmentforstoring,retrieving,andmoving, C
GRASP: Syringes,larvnooscooeEndotrachealtubes C
STAND: Forprolongedperiodsoftime(e.g.,delivertherapy,checkequipment,) C
FEEL: Topalpatepulsesarteriesforpuncture,skintemperature, C
PUSH/PULL: Large,wheeledequipment,(e.g.,mechanicalventilatorsand C
compressthepatient'schestduringCPR),
WALK: forextendedperiodsoftimetoallareasofhospital, C
MANIPULATE: Knobs,dialsassociatedwithdiagnostic/therapeuticdevices, C
HEAR: Verbaldirections C
HEAR: Gasflowthroughequipment C
Alarms C
Throughastethoscopesuchasbreathorheartsounds C
SEE: Patientconditionssuchasskincolor,workofbreathing C
Mistflowingthroughtubing F
shapesandformsassociatedwithradiographs F
TALK: TocommunicateinEnglishgoals,proceduresandpatientdatato C
patients,co workersandphysicians,
READ: Typed,handwritten,andcomputerinformationinEnglish C
WRITE:
To
communicate
in
English
pertinent
information
(e.g.,patientevaluationdata,therapyoutcomes) C
DEXTERITY: Handlesharpobjects C
MENTALANDAPTITUDESTANDARDS FrequencyFunctionsafely,effectively,andcalmlyunderstressfulsituations, F
Maintaincomposurewhilemanagingmultipletaskssimultaneously F
Prioritizemultipletasks, C
Exhibitsocialskillsnecessarytointeracteffectivelywithpatients,families,
supervisors,andcoworkersofthesameordifferentculturessuchasrespect, C
politeness,tact,collaboration,teamwork,discretion,
Maintainpersonalhygieneconsistentwithclosepersonalcontactassociatedwith Cpatient
care,
Displayattitudes/actionsconsistentwiththeethicalstandardstheprofession, C
FrequencyKey: O=occasionally133%;F=frequently3466%; C=constantly67100%
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ReadinessInitiative
TheprimarypurposeoftheELAC/SMCRespiratoryTherapyProgramsReadinessInitiative isto
assist students in preparation for respiratory therapy program. Additional outcomes of the
readiness and retention initiative are a decrease in the attrition rate of the program and an
increase in thenumberofhighlyqualifiedRespiratoryTherapists inCalifornia. Readinessand
Retentionservicesandsupportwillbeavailabletoallstudentswhohavesuccessfullycompleted
the ELAC/SMC Respiratory Therapy Programs application process (Conditionally Admitted
studentsandAlternatestudents). However, studentswhodemonstrateaneed foradditional
servicesinordertobesuccessfulintheprogramwillberequiredtoparticipateinReadinessand
RetentionActivities.
Studentswhohavecompleted theprogramapplicationprocess foradmission to theprogram
mustcompletea readiness/admissionsassessmentpriortoentrance intotheprogram. These
assessmentresultsaswellas,academicrecords,andinformationgainedthroughameetingwith
anAcademicCounselorwillbeusedtocreateaReadinessPlan. TheintentoftheReadiness
Plan istoprovidethestudentwithtangiblemethodsofpreparationwhichcanbecompleted
duringthesummerpriortotheirofficialstartintheprogram.
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ProgramEnrollmentandProgressionThe East Los Angeles College / Santa Monica College Respiratory Therapy program works to
ensurethatallRTstudentsmeetwithsuccessintheprogram. StudentSuccessinvolvesateam
approach integratingtheworkofthefaculty,clinics,staff,andstudentsupportservices. Allof
theseareas
are
essential
in
preparing
ahighly
qualified
respiratory
care
professional.
However,
the program also recognizes that success requires the students dedication and a fulltime
commitment by the student to the program. Past experience shows that students with
competingresponsibilitiesaremorepronetoexperienceacademicdifficultiesandhaveahigher
rate of probation and program disqualification. In order to assist students in fulfilling this
requirement,theprogramhasinstitutedseveralinitiativestoensurestudentsuccess.
RetentionInitiative
Inan
effort
to
ensure
all
enrolled
Respiratory
Therapy
Students
have
the
support
necessary
to
successfullycompletetheRespiratoryTherapyProgram,enrolledstudentsarerequiredtomeet
with an Academic Counselor for a Retention Meeting at least once per semester. The
Retention Meeting is designed to survey the students commitment to the program, level of
achievement in completing the RT Educational Plan, knowledge and utilization of support
services,andifneeded,referthestudenttoneededservices. Throughthisregularcontactwith
theAcademicCounselorstheprogramhopestoidentifyissuesearlythatmightinterferewitha
studentsprogressintheprogramandtosupplynecessaryinterventionspriortoanysignificant
dropinstudentachievement.
Regular contact with the Academic Counselor will help the student focus on retention in the
program and set priorities appropriately. During the Retention meeting issues such as Time
Management,TestTakingSkills,StudentSuccessStrategies,optionsfortutoring,andschool/life
balancemaybeaddressed. DuringtheRetentionMeetingsthestudentmayalsoparticipatein
creatingandupdatingaRetentionPlanwhichidentifiestangibleactivitiesthatcanbedoneto
enhancethestudentsachievement.
PoliciesonProgressionthroughtheRTProgram
1. Students MUST meet with an Academic Counselor for a Retention Meeting at least
once per semester. The Retention Meeting is designed to survey the students
commitment to the program, level of achievement in completing the RT Educational
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Plan,knowledgeandutilizationofsupportservices,andifneeded,referthestudentto
neededservices.
2. StudentsMUST follow theirEducationalPlanas theyproceed through theProgram.
Anychangesinthisplancanonlybedonethroughconsultationwith,andagreementby,
theirRTFacultyAdvisor. AnyvariationstothisplanMUSTbeonlyonwrittenapproval,
in advance, given by the RT Faculty Advisor, andwill only be granted for extenuating
circumstances.
3. Students MUST earn a C or better in ALL RT Freshman Year theory courses to
proceed intothenextsemesteroftheprogram. NOTE: AstudentwhoearnsONED
mayproceed
into
the
next
Semester,
but
they
will
receive
formal
written
notification
thattheyareonprogramProbationaryStatus,andthatanysubsequentlessthanC
gradeswillresultintheirbeingdisqualifiedfromtheProgram. Astudentwhoearnsan
Finacoursewillbedisqualifiedfromtheprogramatthattime,andmaynotproceed
furtherthatyear. Astudent,undereitheroftheabovecircumstances,(morethanone
DoranF)willberequiredtocompleteaRemediationPlanpriortoeligibilitytore
applyforAdmission.
4. Students MUST make satisfactory progress in all required RT program courses and
maintainenrollmentinRTprogramcoursesasoutlinedintheirEducationalPlan. Upon
a students Withdraw from an RT Freshman Year theory course a grade status
checkwillbeperformedbytheprogramwiththecourseInstructor. Ifthestudentwas
earning a D at the time of withdrawing, this will be treated by the Program in the
samemannerasiftheyearnedaD(see#3policyabove). Ifastudentwasearningan
F at the time of the Withdraw, this will be treated as a Withdraw whileFailing
grade.(see
policy
#3
above
on
earning
F
grades)
5. AstudentwhohasearnedallpassinggradesinALLRTFreshmanYeartheorycourses,
butwho then failstopassRT15cannotenter intotheclinicalyear that followingFall
Semester. RT15withaCorhigherisanabsolutePrerequisiteforallfollowingclinical
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classes. ThisstudentmustsuccessfullycompleteaRemediationPlanpriortorepeating
RT 15. His/her Remediation plan may include the Audit of RT 2, and possibly other
Freshmantheorycourses. NOTE:onlyONEREPEATofRT15ispermitted.
6. AstudentwhoelectstotakeRT2,oranyothercoreprogramcourse,early(priorto
formal program admittance) should be aware that the above W/D/F and REPEAT
policiesabovewillapplytoanyattempt,inanyoftheseclasses.
RemediationInitiative
ThosestudentswhohaveenteredProbationaryStatusorwhohaveexitedtheprogramduetoa
coursefailureorasaresultofearningmorethanoneDinprogramcourseswillberequiredto
successfully complete a Remediation Plan. Probationary Students complete the Remediation
Plan while continuing with program courses. Students who have exited the program must
successfullycompletetheRemediationplanpriortosubmittingaReapplicationtotheprogram.
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ProgramPolicies
StudentCodeofConduct
TheEastLosAngelesCollege/SantaMonicaCollegeRespiratoryTherapyProgramisarigorous
academic and clinical practice program demanding a fulltime commitment. This unique
partnershipprovidesthestudentawealthofresourcestomaximizethelearningexperienceand
offers a unique opportunity to gain the knowledge and skills necessary to enter this exciting
profession. Theprogramcannotandwillnottolerateacademicdishonesty.Inordertouphold
theacademic integrityoftheprogramandtherespiratorycareprofession,allmembersofthe
program, faculty and students alike, must assume responsibility for providing an educational
environmentofthehigheststandards,characterizedbyaspiritofacademichonesty;therefore,
underno
circumstances
will
academic
dishonesty
be
tolerated.
ResponsibilitiesoftheStudents
Inordertomaintainanenvironmentofacademicintegritystudentswill:
1. Behaveinamannerthatencourageslearningandupholdsacademicintegrity.
2. Act with fairness (i.e., not seek undue advantage) towards other students in
classroom interactions, completion of assignments, examinations, or any other
academicactivity.
3. Makeevery
attempt
to
prevent
the
unauthorized
use
of
their
work.
HonorCodeStatement
As testament to students commitment and readiness tojoin the East Los Angeles College /
Santa Monica College academic community, all students are expected to uphold the Honor
Code. AcommitmenttoupholdtheHonorCodeisarequirementforallenrolledstudents.
In thepursuit of the high ideals and rigorous standards of academic life, Icommit myself to respect and uphold the Santa Monica College Honor Code,Code ofAcademic Conduct, and Student Conduct Code. I will conduct myselfhonorably as a responsible member of the SMC community in all endeavors I
pursue.
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ClinicalAssignment
ClinicalHoursRequirement
All students are required to do 24 hours ofclinical work each of the 15 clinical weeksof the
semester. Ifacollegeholidayshouldoccuronadaythatisastudentsusualclinicalday,the
student
does
not
need
to
attend
clinical
that
day,
but
the
student
does
need
to
make
arrangementstocompletetheclinicalhoursonanalternateday. Arrangementsmustbemade
inadvanceoftheholidayandthehealthcarefacultymustagreetothealternateday.
BankingofClinicalTime
AsageneralruleBankingofClinicalTimeisnotpermitted. Theoneexceptionisaconsequence
of the varyingcampusSpring Break schedules. The student maybank up to 2clinical days
giventheyhavereceivedpriorapprovalbytheDirectorofClinicalEducation.
LeavingaClinical
Assignment
Students are not permitted to leave the healthcare facilities premises at any time during the
clinical assignment day unless for a program scheduled activity (ex: Clinical Rounds with the
MedicalDirector). Thisincludesduringpersonaltimebreaksandlunchbreaks.
CurriculumDocumentationinClinicalAssignment
TheEastLosAngelesCollege/SantaMonicaCollegeRespiratoryTherapyprogramusesavariety
ofmethodsandevaluationsystemstosetanddocumentthestudentclinicalcompetencies. This
includesthefollowing:
1. DailyClinicalLogs: TheprogramutilizestheDataArcwebbasedsystemofdocumenting
studentclinicalexperiences. Thissystemrequiresthatthestudentkeepadailywritten
draft of their clinical experiences which is then submitted each clinical day through a
DataArcLog. The log is then reviewedby the facultymemberassigned to theclinical
location. Ifthelogadequatelydocumentsthestudentsclinicalexperiences,thefaculty
memberacceptsthelogthroughaprocedurecallvalidatingthelog.
The Daily Clinical Log submission includes a narrative statement, tabulation of clinical
procedurescompleted,andan indicationofhis/her levelofparticipation. The levelof
participation may reflect observation only, assisting the staff, or providing care
without assistance. The narrative statement is a critical reflection of what the
studentsthoughtprocessesandlearningoutcomesachievedduringthatspecificclinical
day.
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2. DocumentationofPhysicianInteractions(PIs): ThisDataArcwebbasedsystem isalso
used to facilitate this method of evaluation and undergoes the same review and
validationprocessastheDailyClinicalLog.(12PIsarerequiredduringtheclinicalyear,6
fromeachsemester)
The Documentation of Physician Interaction includes a verbatim description of
interactionswithPhysiciansduringtheclinicaldayandasummarystatement.
3. ClinicalActivitiesSummary Log: Facultyuse this tool toassesswhetherstudentsare
progressingthroughclinicalcompetenciesatanappropriatepaceandtoidentifyifthere
areanyrequiredclinicalexperiencesthestudenthasnotbeenexposedto. Thispaper
summary log is kept, at all times, in the clinical notebook in the healthcare facility
department. This it isavailableforreviewbystaff,supervisors,orfacultyatanytime.
TheClinicalActivitiesSummaryLog istheprimarymethodof identificationofthedaily
clinicalobjectives.
ClinicalEvaluation
1. ClinicalStaffInput: Thefirstlevelofevaluation iscompletedbytheclinicalstaffwhen
they
initial
in
the
Summary
Log
that
a
student
appears
competent
and
knowledgeable
ofthedepartmentproceduresandpoliciesforanyparticularclinicalactivity. Note: This
isNOTrelieduponbytheprogramforevaluationofstudentsclinicalcompetencies.
2. Fall and Spring Formative Evaluation Process: This is a practice and feedback
applicationoftheevaluationprocess,toidentifyareasthatneedfurtherimprovement.
Then,attheendofeachsemester,thisevaluation isperformedbyprogramfacultyto
confirmclinicalcompetency.(Fall BronchialHygieneEvaluationandSpring Ventilator
ManagementEvaluation.
3. Affective Domain Evaluation: At the midpoint and the end of each semester, the
supervising staff from the healthcare facility (or whomever the management has
designatedordelegatedthistaskto),completesanevaluationandprovidesfeedbackto
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thestudentandprogramonthoseskillsandprofessionalattributesunderthisdomain
ofskillsdevelopment. This isdonethroughentry intotheDataArcwebbasedsystem.
thestudentthenmustreviewandelectronicallysigntheevaluation.
CellPhoneUseonClinicalAssignment
Thefollowingguidelinesoutlinetheappropriateuseofcellphonesbystudentswentonclinical
assignment:
Note: Personal Cell phone use is generally not allowed by healthcare facilities. Emergency
phone calls from relatives or others are to be made to the appropriate healthcare facility
departmentnumberthathasbeendesignatedforthispurpose.
Studentsarenotpermittedtheuseofcellphones(includingtextmessaging)whileofficiallyon
dutyintheclinicalareasoftheirhealthcarefacilityassignment. Anycellphonestudentsmight
haveontheirpersonmustbeseton"silentorvibratemode." Studentsarenottoanswerany
callswhileonofficialclinicaltime.
Useof cell phones for personalbusiness in the clinical area is viewed as "unprofessional and
inappropriate" as well as having infection control implications. Violation of this policy is
considered a failure to comply with established college or department regulations and
requirements,andmayimpactthestudentscoursegradeand/orstatusintheprogram. Repeat
offensesofthispolicymayleadtoclinicalcoursesuspensionorprogramdismissal.
Duringanytime intervalswherebythestudent isnotofficiallyondutyand isonpersonaltime
i.e.theyareoutoftheclinicalareaofthehealthcarefacilitiesandinapublicarea,thestudent
maydowhattheywishwiththeircellphones.
Studentsshouldgivetheappropriatehealthcarefacilitydepartmentcontactnumbertoanyone
whoisinapositiontopotentiallymakeanemergencycalltothestudentwhytheyareinclinic.
Anemergency
contact
would
only
be
appropriate
for
amatter
which
requires
the
student
to
immediately receive the call and urgently leave the clinical assignment to take care of
emergencybusiness.
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ProgramExitandRe-admission
AstudentsoptionsforReadmissiontotheprogramoncetheyhaveexitedaredeterminedby
thecircumstancesatthetimeofexit,thestudentsabilitytomeetRemediationrequirements,
lengthoftimeabsentfromtheprogram,andspaceavailableintheprogram.
TheRespiratory
Therapy
program
will
allow
students
who
had
once
been
admitted
into
the
program,but,whothensubsequentlyexitedtheprogramduetopooracademicperformanceor
duetolifecircumstancesanopportunitytoreapplyforadmission. Itisextremelyimportantto
notehowever,thattheApplicationforReAdmissionWILLNOTautomaticallybeaccepted.
VoluntaryWithdrawalfromtheProgram
Programsuccessrequiresdedicationandafulltimecommitmentbythestudent. Theprogram
recognizesthatstudentsmayexperiencebarrierbeyondtheircontrolwhichresult intheneed
toexittheprogram. Studentswhovoluntarilyexittheprogramwhilemaintainingsatisfactory
progress intheprogramshouldcommunicatewiththeAcademicCounselorand/ortheFaculty
Advisortheir intentiontowithdrawfromtheprogram. Atthetimeofexit,thestudentwillbe
informed of the requirements for Remediation and ReApplication. Readmission for this
studentfollowsthesameprocedureasanyotherstudentexit.
CourseFailureandProgramDismissal
Anyofthefollowingmaybecauseforfailureinacourseand/ordismissalfromtheprogram:
Finalgrade
below
D
in
any
required
course
in
the
respiratory
therapy
program
curriculum(coursefailure);
TwofinalgradesofDorbelow inanyrequiredcourse intherespiratorytherapy
programcurriculum;
Failuretoshowaconsistentpatternofappropriatebehaviorintheclinicalsettingas
established by the Respiratory Therapy Program and/or East Los Angeles College
(coursefailure);
Behavior inconsistentwiththeprogramsCodeofEthics(coursefailureorprogram
dismissal);
Failure to comply with established college or department regulations and
requirements(coursefailureorprogramdismissal);
Unsafe clinic performance determined initially by any faculty and Associate Dean
(programdismissal);
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Any form of dishonesty (refer to Honor Statement of and Code of Student
Conduct)(coursefailureorprogramdismissal).
Incriticalcases,suchasunsafeclinicalperformance,dismissalmaybeconsideredwithoutprior
warning or probation. This may be determined initially by any faculty member followed by
concurrenceof
the
faculty
as
awhole.
Unsafe
students
are
not
eligible
for
re
entry
into
the
ELAC/SMCRespiratoryTherapyProgram.
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Re-admissionProcessandRequirements
Students wishing to be considered for Readmission must do the following to prepare
themselvesforpossiblereentryintotheprogram.
RemediationRequirements
1. Creation
of
a
Remediation
Plan:
The
Remediation
Plan
is
created
in
conjunction
with
theRTFacultyAdvisor,AcademicCounselor,andthestudent.
ARemediationPlanmayinclude,butisnotlimitedtomandatory
i) assessment of basic skills (Reading Comprehension, Math, and English), if not
previouslycompleted;
ii) enrollment and successful completion of remedial/skills development and or
studentsuccesscourses(gradeofCorbetter);
iii) meetings
with
an
Academic
Counselor,
RT
Faculty
advisor,
and/or
other
staff
person;
iv) skillspracticehoursintheSkillsLaboratoryandverificationofskillsproficiency;
v) participation and successful completion of Web Accessible Tutorials or other
availabletutoring,
vi) CompletionofanyremainingGeneralEducationrequirements;and/or
vii)Audit or repetition of any applicable RT program core course or program co
requisitecourse(Remediationstudentsmayenroll inRTprogramcorecourseonly
withthepriorwrittenapprovalofhis/herRTFacultyAdvisor).
2. Successfully completion of the Remediation Plan: Successful completion of the
Remediation Plan must occur within one year of the date of exit unless there are
extenuatingcircumstances.
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Re-Application
Upon completion of the remediation plan, a previously exited student may submit a Re
application to the program. The student will be asked to document and provide statements
verifyingtheircompliancewithRemediationRequirements.
Readmission
applications
will
be
reviewed
for
admission
by
the
Admissions
committee
of
the
program, which consists of all FT Faculty in the program. Each reapplicants application and
documentation will be reviewed on a case by case basis. Readmissions will be made
availableonaspaceavailablebasis.
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AssociateDegreeProgramCurriculumThisprogramprovidesstudentswithastrongacademicfoundationandtheclinicalproficiency
to utilize modern respiratory devices (under the direction of a physician) in the treatment of
respiratoryandcardiacailments. IntheFall1996semester,EastLosAngelesCollegeandSanta
Monica College merged their respective Respiratory Therapy programs. This partnership
provides increased access to medical and related clinical resources for students. Under the
merged program, all prerequisite science courses and the First Year Respiratory Therapy
theorycourses(withtheexceptionofRespiratoryTherapy2,whichmustbetakenatELAC)can
betakenateithercampus. AllsecondyearRespiratoryTherapycoursesaretakenontheELAC
campus.Studentsuponcompletionofthesecondyear,thenpetitiontheiroriginatingcampus
fortheirAssociateDegree.
TheGeneralEducationrequirementsfortheAssociateDegreevaryslightlyoneachcampusand
itistheresponsibilityofthestudenttocompletethesecourses. Studentsarerequiredtomeet
with an Academic Counselor prior to admissions in order to either verify that they have the
requiredGEcourseworktoqualifyforthedegreeortomakeaplanwhichwillensurethetimely
completionofrequirements. ThiscourseworkisNOTaprerequisitetoprogramadmittance,but
it MUST be complete to obtain the degree, graduate from the program, and be eligible for
licensureinthestateofCalifornia.
The Committee on Accreditation for Respiratory Care (CoARC) nationally accredits the
Respiratory Therapist Program in conjunction with the Commission on Accreditation of Allied
HealthEducationalPrograms(CA.A. HEP).TheRespiratoryCareBoardofCalifornia,underthe
DepartmentofConsumerAffairs,licensesrespiratorycarepractitioners.
Upon completion of the Respiratory Therapy program, graduates receive the Associate in
Science Degree from East Los Angeles College or the Associate in Arts Degree from Santa
Monica College. Respiratory Therapy program graduates are eligible for licensure as a
RespiratoryCarePractitioner(RCP)inthestateofCaliforniathroughtheRespiratoryCareBoard
ofCalifornia. Inaddition,asanAdvancedPractitionergraduate,graduatesafter licensurecan
immediatelyapplyfortheNationalBoardforRespiratoryCares,AdvancedPractitionerRegistry
Exams,toearnthenationalcredential,RegisteredRespiratoryTherapist,RRT.
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RecommendedProgramCoreCourseSequence
AllProgramCoreCoursesmustbecompletedwithaCorbetterinordertomeettheCalifornia
RespiratoryCareBoardLicensurerequirements.
EastLosAngelesCollege SantaMonicaCollege
1. FallSemester:
RESTH
1Introduction
to
RespiratoryTherapy,1unit
RESTH6,RespiratoryPhysiology,4
units
RESTH29,NeonatalandPediatric
RespiratoryTherapy,4units
RESTH
1:
Introduction
to
RespiratoryTherapy,2units
RESTH:60,RespiratoryPhysiology,
4units
RESTH29:NeonatalandPediatric
RespiratoryTherapy,4units
2. SpringSemester:
RESTH:2#,Fundamentalsof
RespiratoryTherapy,4units
RESTH7,AppliedMedicineand
Pathology,3units
RESTH23,AdvancedRespiratory
Pathophysiology,1unit
RESTH30,AdultCriticalCare
MonitoringandDiagnostics,3units
RESTH:2#,Fundamentalsof
RespiratoryTherapy,4units(taken
ontheELACcampus)
RESTH:70,Respiratory
Pathophysiology,4units
RESTH30:AdultCriticalCare
MonitoryandDiagnostics,3units
3. SummerSession:
RESTH15,IntroductiontoClinical
Practice,4units
4. FallSemester:
RESTH3,ApplicationofRT&
ClinicalI,5units
RESTH4,ApplicationofRT&
ClinicalII,
5units
RESTH27,PhysicianClinical
Rounds,1unit
5. WinterSession:
RESTH31,NeonatalResuscitation,
1unit
6. SpringSemester:
RESTH5,ApplicationofRT&
ClinicalIII,5units
RESTH11,ApplicationofRT&
ClinicalIV,5units
RESTH
28,
Physician
Clinical
Rounds,1unit
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ProgramCo-requisiteCourses
Program Corequisite courses must be completed with a C or better prior to clinical practice
courses. However,itisstronglyrecommendedtocompletethesecoursespriortoadmissionto
theprogram.
CorequisiteCourse EastLosAngelesCollege SantaMonicaCollege
MicrobiologyIntroMICRO20
#:GeneralMicrobiology
MCRBIO1:Fundamentalsof
Microbiology,5unitswithlab
PhysicsIntro
RESPTH21**:Physicsfor
RespiratoryCare
PHYSCS12:IntroductoryPhysics,3
units
**Ageneral(nonlab)Physicscoursemaybesubstitutedforthiscourse.#Microbiology20(ELAC),1(SMC),RespiratoryTherapy21,orPhysics12maybetakeneither
semesterofthetheoryyear.
GeneralEducation
Degree
Requirements
Studentsgeneraleducationrequirementsmayvaryaccording toMathandEnglishplacement
results. Generaleducationcoursesmaybecompletedbefore,during,oraftertheRespiratory
TherapyProgram. StudentswillmeetwithanAcademicCounselorfromtheirhomecampusfor
specificgeneraleducationplanning.
EastLosAngelesCollege SantaMonicaCollege
GeneralEducationCourses(PlanB)10units 15units
SpecialNotes1. Respiratory Therapy courses are scheduled sequentially in each semester and must be
completedbeforeprogressingtothenextsemester.
2. Malpracticeinsuranceisrequiredfortherespiratoryprogram(purchasedduringthesecond
yearoftheprogram).
3. Students transferring from another respiratory therapy program will be evaluated by the
Department forrespiratorycoursecredit.Ageneralpetition formmustbecompletedand
submittedto
Admissions
with
syllabi
and
college
catalog
course
descriptions
of
the
courses.
Inaddition,alltransfersmustsubmitaletterfromtheirformerrespiratorytherapyprogram
directorstatingtheyareclinicallysafe.
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