Welcome to the Respiratory Therapist Program at Ohlone College
We've Moved to the Ohlone College Newark Center!
We are pleased to announce that we have moved to the Ohlone College Newark Center for Health Sciences and Technology. Our new address is 39399 Cherry Street, Newark, CA 94560. The Health Sciences Division Office can be reached by calling (510) 742-3100. The Ohlone College Health Science programs (Physical Therapist Assistant, Registered Nursing, Respiratory Therapist, and Allied Health/Phlebotomy) will all be located at this new campus.
About the Respiratory Therapist Program at Ohlone
Help people breathe more easily! Become a respiratory therapist!
 The profession of Respiratory Care is growing rapidly. Demand for skilled therapists is at an all time high level in the Bay Area.
The Respiratory Therapist is a licensed allied health care specialist in cardio-pulmonary evaluation and treatment. In only two years you can learn skills which will prepare you for a well-paying, flexible job anywhere in the United States.
And, if you choose to continue your education after earning your associate degree and passing your credentialing exams, you will find multiple opportunities for advancement, as a Registered Respiratory Therapist.
View our online photo album to learn more about us!
Applications
Application period for Fall 2008 is March 15 to April 15, 2008. Informational Meetings
The next Information Meetings for the Ohlone College Respiratory Therapist Program will be held:
- Wednesday, February 20, 2008, 6:30pm - 8:00pm, Newark Center campus, Room 2222
- Friday, March 21, 7:00pm - 8:00pm, Newark Center campus, Room 2222
- April Informational Meeting: postponed to May
- Wednesday, May 7, 7:00pm - 8:00pm, Newark Center campus, Room 2222
All are welcome to
attend. Buy a $2.00 parking permit in the lot when you arrive.
A.S. Degree
Review academic requirements in the Catalog and in the Curriculum Guides. All students are encouraged to meet with a counselor to review academic program requirements and/or have questions answered.
- Associate of Science (A.S.) Degree
Related Information at Ohlone
Courses
Course descriptions are available in the Catalog. Review the Class Schedule for class dates and times. A sampling of courses for this discipline includes:
- RT-101 Principles of Respiratory Therapy I
- RT-101L Beginning Clinical Practice
- RT-102 Beginning Laboratory
- RT-103 Basic Patient Care
- RT-104A Principles of Respiratory Therapy II
- RT-104B Principles of Respiratory Therapy III
- RT-105A Intermediate Laboratory I
- RT-106, 107 Intermediate Clinical Practice
- RT-108 Basic Principles of Respiratory Pathophysiology
- RT-130A Advanced Respiratory Therapy I
- RT-130L Advanced Clinical Practice
- RT-131A Principles of Mechanical Ventilation I
- RT-132 Advanced Laboratory
- RT-133 Mechanical Ventilation Laboratory
- RT-134 Neonatal and Pediatric Respiratory Care
- RT-134L Clinical Practicum in Neonatal and Pediatric Respiratory Care
- RT-135 Computer Simulation for Respiratory Care
- RT-136 Critical Care Clinical Practice
- RT-137 Home Respiratory Care and Pulmonary Rehabilitation
- RT-138 Specialty Rotations in Respiratory Care
- RT-139 Pulmonary Function Testing
- RT-139L Clinical Practice in Pulmonary Function Testing
- RT-140 Basic Introduction to Polysomnography
- RT-145 Cardio-Pulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) Basic Life Support (BLS)
See Course Descriptions for additional information.
Student Learning Outcomes
Upon successful completion of the courses in this discipline, the student will have acquired the following knowledge and skills:
- Demonstrate mastery of cognitive learning in respiratory care by successfully passing the licensure examination accepted by the California State Respiratory Care Board (National Board for Respiratory Care Entry Level Examination) and qualify for licensure as a California Respiratory Care Practitioner within a year of graduation.
- Demonstrate mastery of cognitive learning in respiratory care by successfully passing the National Board for Respiratory Care Advanced Practitioner Written Registry Examination with scores that are equal to or that exceed the national average.
- Demonstrate mastery of cognitive learning in respiratory care by successfully passing the National Board for Respiratory Care Advanced Practitioner Clinical Simulation Examination with “Information Gathering” and “Decision Making” scores that are equal to or that exceed the national average.
- Demonstrate mastery of psychomotor learning in respiratory care as evidenced by successful completion of comprehensive laboratory practical examinations and demonstration of safe and knowledgeable clinical practice in the local community.
- Demonstrate mastery of psychomotor learning in respiratory care as evidenced by positive employer feedback on evaluation instruments.
- Demonstrate mastery of psychomotor learning in respiratory care as evidenced by positive feedback from program graduates themselves at least one year post graduation.
- Demonstrate mastery of the affective learning domain as evidenced by appropriate display of professional behaviors while engaging in clinical patient care settings.
- Demonstrate mastery of the affective learning domain as evidenced by positive ratings of professional behaviors on national evaluation instruments by local employers and advisory board members.
- Demonstrate the cognitive, psychomotor, and affective skills necessary to assist the physician in the diagnosis, treatment, and management of patients with cardiopulmonary diseases and disorders.
- Demonstrate appropriate critical thinking skills, time management skills, interpersonal communication skills, and technical skills necessary to provide competent respiratory care in multidisciplinary care settings.
- Commit to promoting appreciation for, communication between, and understanding among people with different beliefs and backgrounds and demonstrate sensitivity to the professional needs of all racial and ethnic groups.
- Demonstrate respect for and protection of the legal and personal rights of the patients they treat and promote disease prevention and wellness in local work settings and the community at large.
Career Opportunities
Please visit the Counseling Department and Student Success Center for information.
Transfer Information
Please visit the Counseling Department and Transfer Center for information.
Faculty and Staff
Faculty and Staff listing.
Contact the Respiratory Therapist Program at Ohlone College
Carol McNamee-Cole, Program Director.
Hello, my name is Carol McNamee-Cole. As the Program Director for the Respiratory Therapist Program I would like to welcome you to the Ohlone College Respiratory Therapist Program Web Page!
If you are considering a career in health care, please look closely at Respiratory Care, an exciting high-tech profession with much to offer you as someone exploring possibilities for your first (or next!) career.
I'd like to be your guide today, so if you don't find the answer to a specific question that YOU might have, please, be sure to e-mail me or call me!
Carol McNamee-Cole,
Program Director
(510) 742-3107
cmcnamee-cole@ohlone.edu
Location: Newark Center, Room 2224
Division
Health Sciences and Environmental Studies Division.
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