The associate degree program in Respiratory Care prepares graduates for practice at the therapist level. Respiratory therapists participate in the diagnosis, treatment, management and rehabilitation of patients with cardiopulmonary diseases and other breathing disorders. Graduates are prepared for the National Board of Respiratory Care credentialing exams, (CRT and RRT), and for state licensure as a respiratory therapist. Students must earn a grade of “C” or higher in all required courses in order to continue to the next semester and in order to graduate. 74 credit hours are required for graduation.

Accreditation:

The Respiratory Care Program at Northern Essex Community College is accredited by the Commission on Accreditation for Respiratory Care (www.coarc.com).

Commission on Accreditation for Respiratory Care
1248 Harwood Road
Bedford, Texas 76021-4244

(817) 283-2835

Additional Admissions Criteria:

http://www.necc.mass.edu/academics/courses-programs/areas/health/required-form/

CORI/CHRI/SORI:

Students interested in participation in this academic program may be required to undergo a Criminal Offender Record Information (CORI) check, a Criminal Records Central Repository (CHRI) check and/or a Sex Offender Registry Information (SORI) check. For more information, visit http://www.necc.mass.edu/cori-sori.

Information Session Dates:

http://www.necc.mass.edu/academics/courses-programs/areas/health/information-sessions/

CPR:

Students are required to be CPR Certified at the Health Care Provider Professional Rescuer level prior to the start of clinical courses.

Drug & Alcohol Screening:

Students enrolled in this academic program are required to pass a drug and alcohol screening analysis.

Health:

Students are required to complete a health evaluation, including the Hepatitis B immunization series, prior to final acceptance to the Program.

Student Professional Liability Insurance:

Students are required to carry professional liability insurance. The premium is to be paid at the time of course registration.