Cardiorespiratory Sciences is a multi-disciplined, multi-credentialed program preparing students in care, management, and life-support of individuals having deficiencies and abnormalities associated with the cardiopulmonary system. A successful graduate of this program will be eligible to obtain credentials from the American Heart Association and the National Board for Respiratory Care. The Cardiorespiratory Sciences Program provides a quality academic experience preparing Respiratory Care Practitioners. The graduate will possess the attitudes, skills, and knowledge required to think critically, communicate effectively, and provide self-direction while administering care. The program emphasizes developing competencies that integrate protocols, Clinical Practice Guidelines, and critical pathways into an efficient cardiorespiratory care plan.<br><br>Student Learning Outcomes<br>Acquire and evaluate clinical data.<br>Perform detailed patient assessment and recommend appropriate treatment.<br>Evaluate data to assess the appropriateness of prescribed respiratory care using evidence based medicine and clinical practice guidelines.<br>Practice prescribed respiratory care treatments, manage life support activities, evaluate and monitor patient responses to such therapy and modify prescribed therapy to achieve desired therapeutic objectives.<br>Construct patient, family, and community education programs.