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Transfer Note:
FCC has articulation agreements with the following institutions for students
graduating with an A.A.S. in Police Science and who are looking for transfer
opportunities. For more information, contact the Counseling & Advising Office at
301.846.2471 or the Public Safety Programs Manager.
• University of Maryland University College–B.S. Criminal Justice
• Mount Saint Mary’s University–B.A. Criminal Justice
• Capella University–BS Public Safety
Respiratory Care
A.A.S. Degree (Career)
Prepares students to assume responsible positions as part of the Health Care
Team. Focuses on the use of objective scientific data as well as theory to guide
students to solve complex problems in the clinical setting. Students receive
specialized education in the areas of diagnosis, treatment, management, and
preventative care for patients with cardiopulmonary disorders. Respiratory Care
students participate in various classroom, laboratory, and clinical experiences.
The laboratory experience provides the opportunity for hands on experience
in preparation for clinical practice in diverse clinical settings. A grade of “C” or
better must be earned in all courses. Upon completion of the program, the
student is eligible to sit for the National Registry Examination administered by
the National Board for Respiratory Care (N.B.R.C.). The program is accredited by
the Commission on Accreditation for Respiratory Care (CoARC),1248 Harwood
Road, Bedford, Texas 76021-4244; 817.283.2835.
• Students must complete their credit
English and Mathematics
within the first
24 credits.
• One course must meet the
cultural competence graduation requirement.
• CORE: The General Education CORE
is that foundation of the higher education
curriculum providing a coherent intellectual experience for all students. Students
should check with an advisor or the transfer institution (ARTSYS) before selecting
General Education CORE requirements.
http://artsys.usmd.edu/• In some General Education categories (Mathematics, Biological & Physical
Sciences), a 4-credit course selected from the GenEd course list will satisfy the
requirement in place of a 3-credit course. Students should check with an advisor
before selecting these courses.
• For the PE/Health requirement, a 3-credit Physical Education or Health course may
satisfy the requirement in place of a 1-credit course. Students should check with
an advisor before selecting this course.
• Students must earn a grade of "C" or better in EN 101.
Course
Credits
English
EN 101 English Composition . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
3
Mathematics
Mathematics Elective (GenEd course list) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
3
Social & Behavioral Sciences
PS 101
General Psychology . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
3
Arts & Humanities
CMSP 105 Small Group Communication (satisfies cultural
competence requirement) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
3
Biological & Physical Sciences
BI 103
Anatomy & Physiology . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
4
BI 104
Anatomy & Physiology . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
4
BI 120
Microbiology for Allied Health . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
4
PE/Health Requirement
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
1
Departmental Requirements
RC 100 Introduction to Respiratory Care . . . . . . . . . . . . .
2
RC 102
Fundamentals of Respiratory Care . . . . . . . . . . . .
4
RC 103
Pharmacology . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
3
RC 104
Gas Exchange Physiology . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
2
RC 105
Cardiopulmonary & Renal Anatomy & Physiology . . . . .
3
RC 107
Principles of Mechanical Ventilation . . . . . . . . . . . .
4
RC 109
Clinical Practicum I . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
2
RC 110
Clinical Practicum II . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
2
RC 202
Neonatal & Pediatric Respiratory Care . . . . . . . . . . .
3
RC 203
Pulmonary Rehabilitation & Home Care . . . . . . . . . .
2
RC 204
Cardiac Monitoring & Diagnostics . . . . . . . . . . . . .
4
RC 205 Professional Seminar . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
2
RC 206
Pulmonary Diagnostics . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
2
RC 207
Cardiopulmonary & Renal Pathophysiology Review . . . .
3
RC 208
Clinical Practicum III . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
2
RC 209
Clinical Practicum IV . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
2
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