Program Information
BS Degree - Code 660000 - Catalog 2024/2025
Melanie McDonough, Assistant Chair, 386-506-3759, Melanie.McDonough@daytonastate.edu
Melissa Brown-Mack, Academic Advisor, 386-506-3052, Melissa.Brown-Mack@daytonastate.edu
Program Mission, Description, and Outcomes
Mission:
The mission of the Bachelor of Science in Cardiopulmonary Sciences program is to enhance a respiratory therapist’s ability to function in clinical, teaching, administrative, or research environments by offering a scholarly, comprehensive, innovative program that promotes excellence in Respiratory Care. The program offers opportunities for students to apply respiratory care knowledge to changing healthcare environments amidst the rapidly expanding scope of practice.
Description:
The Daytona State College B.S. in Cardiopulmonary Sciences (BSCS) degree program is designed specifically to meet the needs of practicing respiratory therapists who wish to obtain advanced training in Respiratory Care. Applicants must hold an Associate of Science (A.S.) or Associate of Applied Science (A.A.S.) degree from a Commission on Accreditation for Respiratory Care (CoARC) accredited institution to be admitted to the program. They must also obtain the Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) credential to complete the program.
The BSCS accelerated program is completely online and applications for admission are accepted anytime during the year.
Program Accreditation: The Cardiopulmonary Science, B.S. program is planned to be accredited by the Commission on Accreditation for Respiratory Care (CoARC), 264 Precision Blvd. Telford, TN 37690 (817) 283-2835. Accreditation provides consumer protection, advances and enhances the profession of Respiratory Care and protects against compromise of educational quality.
College Accreditation: Daytona State College is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC) to award associates and bachelor’s degrees. Degree-granting institutions also may offer credentials such as certificates and diplomas at approved degree levels. Questions about the accreditation of Daytona State College may be directed in writing to the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges at 1866 Southern Lane, Decatur, GA 30033-4097, by calling (404) 679-4500, or by using information available on SACSCOC’s website (www.sacscoc.org).
Outcomes:
Program Goal: To provide graduates of entry into respiratory care professional practice degree programs with additional knowledge, skills, and attributes in leadership, management, education , research, and/or advanced clinical practice that will enable them to meet their current professional goals and prepare them for practice as advanced degree respiratory therapists.
Program Student Learning Outcomes: Graduates of the Bachelor of Science in Cardiopulmonary Science will be able to:
- Plan care in accordance with management and leadership principles for patients across the lifespan.
- Integrate inherent values as defined by health law and ethics as a foundation for practice.
- Synthesize knowledge of advanced therapeutics to improve patient-care outcomes.
- Examine safe and appropriate care based on health promotion, disease, and injury prevention to improve population health.
- Understand the importance of research to identify best evidence-based practices in health care.
Financial Aid
This program is eligible for federal financial aid and state Bright Futures Scholarship Program.
Financing Options: All students are encouraged to apply for federal and state student financial assistance by completing their FAFSA at studentaid.gov/h/apply-for-aid/fafsa. For more information on grants, loans and work programs available see the Office of Financial Aid webpage at daytonastate.edu/financial-aid/. Students are also encouraged to apply for one of the many Daytona State College Foundation scholarships offered each semester. For more information see: daytonastate.edu/scholarships/.
Additional Admission Requirements
- This is a limited access program. Applicants for the BSCS must have earned an Associate of Science (AS) or Associate of Applied Science in Respiratory Care from a CoARC accredited program. A minimum 2.0 cumulative grade point average on all college coursework is required.
- Applicants must complete a Bachelor of Science in Cardiopulmonary Science Application for Admission in the Admissions Office or online: Apply Now. All applicants must provide an official transcript from all previous institutions attended.
- Students must have a 2.0 or greater cumulative GPA on all college coursework.
Official transcripts from all postsecondary institutions attended must be received for evaluation by the Records Office at Daytona State. International students must have their transcripts evaluated by a member of the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES) naces.org/members.htm.
Additional Completion Requirements
- Program specific and prerequisite courses must be completed with a grade 'C' or better.
- Students must complete the state mandated 36 hours of general education core prior to graduation:
- Students must complete all 36 upper-division credit hours of the Cardiopulmonary, B.S. program specific courses.
- Students must have completed two years of the same foreign language in high school or two semesters of the same college level foreign language to graduate.
- Students must meet the requirements of the College-Level Communication and Computational Skills and the Civic Literacy Competency Administrative Rules to graduate.
- Students must successfully pass the National Board for Respiratory Care Therapist Multiple Choice and Clinical Simulation Exam to obtain the Registered Respiratory Therapist Credential. Successful completion of these exams validates the knowledge and clinical competencies required to be a competent Respiratory Therapist. Submission of proof will be required to obtain college credit for course RET3960 Respiratory Therapy Professional Credentialing.
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Program Credit Requirements
|
General Education Core Requirements |
36.00 |
|
Associate Degree Major Program Specific and Elective Credits |
48.00 |
|
Cardiopulmonary Science BS Program Specific Credits |
36.00 |
| TOTAL |
... |
120.00 |
Note: Prior to enrollment in college-level English or math courses, some students may be advised to complete college preparatory/developmental course work. See an Academic Advisor to determine developmental course requirements.
Program Specific Courses
| RET4354 | Advanced Pharmacology | 3 |
| HSC4550 | Pathophysiology for Health Care | 3 |
| RET3960 | Respiratory Therapy Professional Credentialing | 3 |
| HSC4645 | Legal and Ethical Aspects of Health Care | 3 |
| RET4445 | Cardiopulmonary Diagnostics | 3 |
| HSA4107 | Health Services Administration | 3 |
| RET4245 | Advanced Life Support | 3 |
| HSA4383 | Quality Management and Process Improvement | 3 |
| HSC3730 | Research Methods for Health Professions | 3 |
| RET3536 | Cardiopulmonary Rehabilitation | 3 |
| RET3041 | Cardiopulmonary Education and Promotion | 3 |
| RET4950 | Respiratory Care Capstone | 3 |
RET4950: This capstone course is the final course in this program.
Sample Program of Study
Year 1
1st Semester
| RET4354 | Advanced Pharmacology | 3 |
| HSC4550 | Pathophysiology for Health Care | 3 |
| RET3960 | Respiratory Therapy Professional Credentialing | 3 |
| Communication Core | 3 |
| Mathematics Core | 3 |
2nd Semester
| HSC4645 | Legal and Ethical Aspects of Health Care | 3 |
| RET4445 | Cardiopulmonary Diagnostics | 3 |
| Social Sciences Core | 3 |
| Communication Core | 3 |
Social Science: Students who need to meet the Civic Literacy Competency graduation requirement must take AMH2020 or POS2041.
Year 2
3rd Semester
| HSA4107 | Health Services Administration | 3 |
| RET4245 | Advanced Life Support | 3 |
| HSA4383 | Quality Management and Process Improvement | 3 |
| Humanities Core | 3 |
| Natural Sciences Core | 3 |
4th Semester
| HSC3730 | Research Methods for Health Professions | 3 |
| RET3536 | Cardiopulmonary Rehabilitation | 3 |
| RET3041 | Cardiopulmonary Education and Promotion | 3 |
| RET4950 | Respiratory Care Capstone | 3 |