The ACT program only requires 30 semester hours at MCG for most RRT credentialed individuals with an associate degree, and only 42 semester hours for most CRTs. The length of the program may vary depending on the experience of each individual and the number of general education courses. Accepted ACT applicants may start coursework at the beginning of any MCG academic semester. Individuals may apply after successfully completing their CRT or RRT credential. A complete application must be received no later than 30 days prior to the registration date of the semester of desired first enrollment.
Earlier application is encouraged.
MCG courses include the traditional classroom, clinical, web-based learning, and individualized independent study. The MCG program offers training in multiple clinical sites that offer unique opportunities to enhance professional growth. Four major hospital complexes are within walking distance of the department. Clinical sites include a regional trauma center, a regional burn center, two level 3 neonatal intensive care units, a diagnostic sleep center, a pulmonary rehabilitation center, and pulmonary function laboratories. Depending on their coursework needs and desires, ACT students can select rotations in various intensive care areas to include open heart recovery, shock trauma, medical intensive care, neonatal intensive care, and pediatric intensive care.