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At Carlow University, the next generation of ethical leaders is already in the making.
Here, our students gain more than just a degree – they build connections, find purpose, and thrive – working in ways big and small to reshape the future. With your support, we can continue to invest in these future leaders and expand their ability to transform our world.
How You Can Support
At Carlow University, the next generation of ethical leaders is already in the making.
Here, our students gain more than just a degree – they build connections, find purpose, and thrive – working in ways big and small to reshape the future. With your support, we can continue to invest in these future leaders and expand their ability to transform our world.
How You Can SupportPlan of Study: Associate of Science in Respiratory Therapy
First Year Fall
CTC101 Connecting to Carlow – 1 credit
SKQ101 Quantitative Reasoning – 3 credits
BIO201 Anatomy & Physiology I – 4 credits
SKC101 Communication – 3 credits
RC100 Intro to Resp. Care Principles – 1 credit
PH149 Public Health & Responsibility – 3 credits
First Year Spring
SKW101 Foundations of Writing – 3 credits
BIO202 Anatomy & Physiology II – 4 credits
RC200 Respiratory Care Equipment I – 3 credits
RC250 Respiratory Care Equipment I Lab – 1 credit
RC221 Comprehensive Pt. Management – 3 credits
RC280 Respiratory Pharmacology – 2 credits
First Year Summer
RC1100 RC Clinical Education Practicum I – 3 credits
RC240 Cardiopulmonary Anatomy & Physiology – 3 credits
Second Year Fall
RC201 Respiratory Care Equipment II – 3 credits
RC251 Respiratory Care Equipment II Lab – 1 credit
RC205 Cardiopulmonary Pathophysiology – 3 credits
RC255 Mechanical Ventilation Concepts I – 3 credits
RC256 Mechanical Ventilation Concepts I Lab – 1 credit
RC1200 RC Clinical Education Practicum II – 3 credits
Second Year Spring
RC265 Mechanical Ventilation Concepts II & Critical Care Concepts – 3 credits
RC275 Neonatal & Pediatric RC w/Lab – 2 credits
RC2100 RC Clinical Education Practicum III – 4 credits
EN/WS262 Women’s Writing on Illness and Healing – 3 credits
Second Year Summer
RC2200 RC Clinical Education Practicum IV – 4 credits
RC285 Comprehensive Credential Prep – 2 credits
Total Credits = 69
Recommended Electives
Electives in this program are chosen in consultation with a faculty advisor.
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