To train students as competent respiratory therapists for employment in the field of respiratory therapy. The program requires that students participate in clinical experience concurrent with lecture and laboratory classes. Clinical assignments are arranged by the Director of Clinical Education for the program. Clinical requirements are as follows. Clinical experience may include either day or evening shifts.
Clinical hours are a scheduled course within the program curriculum.
Entrance to clinical requires a physical examination, blood and urine testing, T.B. clearance, vaccines, and current CPR card. Respiratory Care Board Graduates are licensed through the Respiratory Care Board of the State of California. The board may deny a license regulated by this code on the grounds that the applicant has one of the following. If you have been convicted of any offense other than a minor traffic violation, you are required to state this on your state board examination. Fingerprinting is part of the application for licensure with subsequent background check.