Bachelor of Science in Respiratory Therapy

Indiana University–Purdue University Indianapolis

Program Director: Professor Cullen

Clinical Director: Associate Professor Koss

Associate Professors: Van Scoder

Clinical Assistant Professor: Johnson

EDUCATIONAL PROGRAM

Length of the Program Four years; two years (55 credit hours) of prerequisite course work plus two years of professional course work.

Structure of the Program The prerequisites may be taken on a part-time basis; the professional program is a full-time program conducted primarily during the day.

Design of the Professional Curriculum The emphasis of the program is on general respiratory care as well as critical care and life-support equipment. Courses are organized to provide a diversity of experience.

Program Facilities The program offices, classroom, and laboratory are located on the second floor of Coleman Hall on the Indianapolis campus.

Location of Clinical Sites Clinical education experiences occur in a variety of settings, including hospitals, rehabilitation centers, nursing homes, physician offices, and other nontraditional health care facilities within Indiana. Most of the clinical sites are located within a 60-minute drive from downtown Indianapolis, and many are on the IUPUI campus. Students are expected to provide their own transportation to all clinical sites.

Additional Cost In addition to standard university fees, students are responsible for travel to clinics, laboratory fees, clinical fees, uniforms, vaccination costs, and CPR (basic) card fees. Students may be required to attend career seminars, professional meetings, or seminars. While there is usually no charge, occasionally small fees for attending these events may be necessary.

Feasibility for Students to Work Most students work part time while completing the program.

Accreditation The Respiratory Therapy Program is accredited by the Commission on Accreditation for Allied Health Education Programs.

ADMISSION

Criteria Used for Selection of Class Grade point average and results of personal interview.

Class Size Approximately 30 students.

Specific Requirements In addition to the School of Allied Health Sciences admission policies and procedures found at the beginning of this section of the bulletin, the following admission policies apply to the Respiratory Therapy Baccalaureate Degree Program.

Application Deadline December 1 of the year prior to anticipated entry.

Total Number of Prerequisite Hours 55. Graduates from accredited associate degree respiratory therapy programs are eligible to apply; however, applicants must have all prerequisites.

Minimum Cumulative Grade Point Average 2.30 on a 4.00 scale. This requirement is applied at the time of program application and must be maintained.

Minimum Math/Science Grade Point Average 2.30 on a 4.00 scale. This requirement is applied at the time of program application and must be maintained.

Minimum Grade Requirement in a Stated Prerequisite Course C (2.00 on a 4.00 scale).

Interview All qualified applicants must participate in an interview. Interviews are conducted in January.

Technical Standards See School of Allied Health Sciences policy.

Medical Requirements All students are required to complete a medical history and document a complete vaccination program once accepted into the Respiratory Therapy Program.

Indiana Resident Preference Policy See School of Allied Health Sciences policy.

Volunteer Experience Volunteer experience is very helpful in making a career choice and is highly recommended.

CURRICULUM

Written Communication (G)	6 cr.
(Second course should focus on professional and technical writing.)
Verbal Communication (G)	3 cr.
College Math (G)	5-6 cr.
Social and Behavioral Science (G)	3 cr.
Lifespan Development (G)	3 cr.
Statistics (G)	3 cr.
Human Anatomy (with lab) (G)	4-5 cr.
Human Physiology (with lab) (G)	4-5 cr.
Chemistry (with Lab) (G)	4-5 cr.
Microbiology (G)	3-4 cr.
Ethics	3 cr.
Physics (G)	3 cr.
Introduction to Computers (G)	3 cr.

Suggested Electives

The following courses, while not inclusive or mandatory, are suggested: science, cellular biology, nutrition, CPR, health care administration, exercise physiology, medical terminology, epidemiology, health, computer literacy, psychology, and ethics.

Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation In addition to the above courses, all students are required to complete instruction for both adult and child CPR prior to entry into the program. This must be the Professional Rescuer or Healthcare Provider course, not the Community CPR course. This course is offered for a fee through the American Heart Association or the American Red Cross.

A Suggested Plan of Study:

First Year
Fall
Elementary Composition I	3 cr.
Chemistry (with lab)	4-5 cr.
Social and Behavioral Science	3 cr.
College Math I	3 cr.
Total 13-14 cr.
Spring
Speech Communication	3 cr.
College Math II	3 cr.
Human Anatomy (with lab)	4-5 cr.
Ethics	3 cr.
Total 13-14 cr.
Second Year
Fall
Professional Writing	3 cr.
Physics I	3 cr.
Human Physiology with laboratory	4-5 cr.
Introduction to Computers	3 cr.
Total 13-14 cr.
Spring
Statistics	3 cr.
Introduction to Microbiology	3-4 cr.
Lifespan Development	3 cr.
Elective 3-4 cr.
Total 12-14 cr.

Professional Program Courses in the professional program are sequential and, therefore, must be taken in the order specified by the program faculty.

Third Year
Fall
Cardiorespiratory Physiology AHLT F311	3 cr.
General Respiratory Care AHLT F325	3 cr.
Respiratory Care Techniques I AHLT F326	2 cr.
Cardiorespiratory Assessment and Patient Care AHLT F315	2 cr.
Respiratory Care Practicum I AHLT F345	1 cr.
Cardiorespiratory Pharmacology I AHLT F333	2 cr.
Medical Care I AHLT W374	3 cr.
Total 16 cr.
Spring
Cardiorespiratory Diseases AHLT F350	3 cr.
Advanced Life Support AHLT F355	3 cr.
Respiratory Care Techniques II AHLT F356	2 cr.
Respiratory Care Practicum II AHLT F385	3 cr.
Pulmonary Diagnostics AHLT F371	3 cr.
Medical Care II AHLT W471	3 cr.
Total 17 cr.
Summer Session I
Respiratory Care Practicum III AHLT F395	3 cr.
Fourth Year
Fall
Neonatal-Pediatric Respiratory Care AHLT F405	3 cr.
Cardiorespiratory Monitoring and Special Techniques AHLT F451	3 cr.
Respiratory Care Practicum IV AHLT F456	4 cr.
Introduction to Research in Respiratory Care AHLT F420	3 cr.
Pulmonary Rehabilitation and Geriatrics AHLT F461	2 cr.
Management and Leadership for Respiratory Care AHLT F430	3 cr.
Total 18 cr.
Spring
Cardiorespiratory Pharmacology II AHLT F444	2 cr.
Case Study Review AHLT F425	3 cr.
Advanced Clinical Specialty I AHLT F485	5 cr.
Seminar in Cardiorespiratory Care AHLT F445	1-5 cr.
Smoking Cessation Techniques AHLT F480	1 cr.
Advanced Cardiac Life Support AHLT F440	2 cr.
Application of Research for Respiratory Care AHLT F465	2 cr.
Total 16-20 cr.

Scholarships Once accepted to the program, students are eligible for scholarships offered by the Indiana Society for Respiratory Care and the American Association for Respiratory Care.

Graduation Requirements Satisfactory completion of 125 credit hours to include 55 credit hours of prerequisite course work and 70 credit hours of professional course work. All course work must be completed in compliance with the program’s and school’s academic and professional policies.

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