Application Procedure

To be considered for admission to the Respiratory Care program, interested persons should:

  1. Apply to ¿Û¿Û´«Ã½ College.
  2. Fill out the Respiratory Care Program Admissions Application and Health Form.
  3. Contact respiratory@cisco.edu for additional information and to complete the Respiratory Care application process.

Be advised that many clinical sites utilized throughout the various Health Sciences programs at ¿Û¿Û´«Ã½ College require a background check and/or drug screen before students can participate in the clinical portion of the program.

Respiratory Care Cost Sheet

Prerequisites

BIOL2401 Anatomy & Physiology I (4 hours)

BIOL2402 Anatomy & Physiology II (4 hours)

MDCA1313 Medical Terminology (3 hours)

Please see pages 125 & 126 of the ¿Û¿Û´«Ã½ College Course Catalog for complete course information.


¿Û¿Û´«Ã½ this Program

Degrees & Certifications Program Length
Associate of Applied Science Five Semesters

What Can This Program Do For You

  • Potential Career Paths
    • Respiratory Therapist
    • Home Care
    • Pulmonary Rehabilitation
    • Sleep Study
    • Equipment Sales
    • Educator
    • Healthcare Administration
  • ¿Û¿Û´«Ã½ the Program

    The Respiratory Care Program at ¿Û¿Û´«Ã½ College aligns with the college's mission to provide high-quality education that meets the needs of students and local employers. The program's primary goal is to prepare graduates to be competent respiratory care practitioners, focusing on knowledge, skills, and professional behavior required for registered respiratory therapists (RRTs).

    Respiratory therapists work in various clinical settings, treating patients with cardiopulmonary disorders. They must uphold high ethical standards, work effectively as part of a healthcare team, and demonstrate excellent communication, attention to detail, and empathy for patients.

    ¿Û¿Û´«Ã½ College offers an Associate of Applied Science Degree in Respiratory Therapy. Graduates are eligible to pursue RRT certification through the National Board for Respiratory Care.

    Click here to read the Prospective Student Information Letter.

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  • Courses

    Pre-Requisite Courses:

    BIOL 2401 Anatomy & Physiology I - 4
    BIOL2402 Anatomy & Physiology II - 4
    MDCA 1313 Medical Terminology - 3

    TOTAL - 11

    Specialized Course Sequence:

    First Semester (Fall)Second Semester (Spring)
    RSPT 1201: Intro to Respiratory Care2RSPT 2216: Pharmacology2
    RSPT 1160: Clinical Respiratory Care1RSPT 1361: Clinical Respiratory Care II3
    RSPT 1410: Respiratory Care Procedures I

    4

    		RSPT 1331: Respiratory Care Procedures II3
    RSPT 1340: Advanced Cardio A & P

    3

    BIOL 2421: Microbiology for Science Majors (Lecture & Lab) **

    		4
    ENGL 1301: Composition I **3
    TOTAL13TOTAL12
    Third Semester (Summer I)
    RSPT 2414: Mechanical Ventilation4
    RSPT 2147: Specialties in Respiratory Care1
    RSPT 1261: Practicum / Respirator Care2
    TOTAL7
    Fourth Semester (Fall) Fifth Semester (Spring)
    PSYC 2301: General Psychology **3

    Language, Philosophy & Culture, Creative Arts Elective **

    		3
    RSPT 2358: Respiratory Care Patient Assessment3
    		RSPT 2367: Practicum / Respiratory Care
    		2
    RSPT 2353: Neonatal/Pediatric Cardiopulmonary Care
    		3RSPT 2231: Simulations in Respiratory Care
    		2
    RSPT 2210: Cardiopulmonary Disease
    		2
    		RSPT 2131: Board Exam Prep
    		2
    RSPT 2266: Practicum / Respiratory Care
    		2
    		RSPT 3139: Advanced Cardiac Life Support
    		1
    TOTAL
    		13
    		TOTAL

    10

    TOTAL DEGREE HOURS66

    * All Respiratory classes held Monday - Thursday.
    ** Indicates Core Curriculum.

    After successful completion of the required curriculum, students earn an Associate in Applied Science degree and are eligible to seek Registered Respiratory Therapist recognition from the

  • Salary Information

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¿Û¿Û´«Ã½ College is a great school for traditional and non-traditional students. Teachers and staff will work with you to make sure you are on the right track to obtain your goals. ¿Û¿Û´«Ã½ College is a great way to start your career.

– Richard Bohm

Meet the Faculty

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Taylor Alexander

Director of Clinical Education
Respiratory Care Program
RRT
Abilene Campus
Taylor.Alexander@cisco.edu

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Bonnie Coxe

Full Time Instructor
Respiratory Care Program
BSRC, RRT-ACCS, RPFT, AE-C
Abilene Campus
Bonnie.Coxe@cisco.edu

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Shellie Wilson

Program Director
Respiratory Care Program
BSRC, RRT, RRT-NPS, RCP
Abilene Campus
michelle.wilson@cisco.edu
(325) 794-4506