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2022/2023RESPIRATORYTHERAPYAssociate in Applied Science (AAS)Program Code: 10-515-1Total Credits: 69CHECKLIST:This section will be completed whenmeeting with your academic advisor.q FAFSA (www.fafsa.gov)The Respiratory Therapy program at Mid-State prepares studentsto employ scientific principles to identify, treat, and prevent acuteor chronic dysfunction of the cardiopulmonary system. Successfulgraduates work under medical direction in a variety of care settings.Students study airway management and life support, airway clearancetherapies, pulmonary rehabilitation, medication administration,and the use of therapeutic medical gasses. The program combinesclassroom instruction and clinical experience with actual patients andequipment at local hospitals and agencies. Travel is required.q Financial Aid Form(s)Form(s):q Follow-Up Appointment:Where:When:With:Estimated tuition and fees: mstc.edu/programcostsq Official TranscriptsMid-State Technical CollegeStudent Services Assistant1001 Centerpoint DriveStevens Point, WI 54481ACADEMIC ADVISORq Criminal Background Statement ofUnderstanding and Release ofInformation FormTo schedule an appointment with an academic advisor, call715.422.5300. Academic advisors will travel to other campuses asnecessary to accommodate student needs. For more informationabout advising, visit mstc.edu/advising.q Other:mstc.edu888.575.6782TTY: 711ADAMS CAMPUS401 North MainAdams, WI 53910MARSHFIELD CAMPUS2600 West 5th StreetMarshfield, WI 54449STEVENS POINT CAMPUS1001 Centerpoint DriveStevens Point, WI 54481WISCONSIN RAPIDS CAMPUS500 32nd Street NorthWisconsin Rapids, WI 54494Mid-State does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, disability, or age in its program, activity, or employment. The following person has been designated to handleinquiries regarding the nondiscrimination policies: Vice President – Human Resources; 500 32nd Street North, Wisconsin Rapids, WI 54494; 715.422.5325 AAEO@mstc.edu. 3/2022
CAREER PATHWAYBEGIN AT ANY POINTIN THE PATHWAYOTHER OPTIONSCollege Credit Dual CreditMilitary Experience Work ExperienceRELATED PROGRAMS Learn about Credit for Prior Learning at NINGADULTCentral Service TechnicianHealth & Wellness PromotionHealth Information ManagementMedical AssistantMedical CoderNursingNursing AssistantPharmacy Services ManagementPharmacy TechnicianPhlebotomy TechnicianSurgical TechnologistRESPIRATORYTHERAPYASSOCIATE INAPPLIED SCIENCE69 CREDITSEARN AREER OPTIONS Respiratory Therapist Cardiopulmonary Technician Polysomnography (Sleep Lab) TechnicianBACHELOR’S DEGREE OPTIONSBellevue University, Cardinal Stritch University, Colorado State University Global, Concordia University, Franklin University,Grand Canyon University (GCU), Herzing University, Lakeland University, Milwaukee School of Engineering (MSOE), Mount MaryUniversity (MMU), University of Phoenix, UW-Green Bay, UW-Oshkosh, UW-Stevens Point, UW-Stevens Point at Marshfield,UW-Stout, UW-Whitewater, and Wisconsin Private–Nonprofit Universities/Colleges.For more information and additional opportunities, visit mstc.edu/transfer.Page 2888.575.6782 Get the latest updates online at mstc.edu
PROGRAM OUTCOMESMeet the Prerequisite for General Anatomy and Physiologyvia one of the following options: General Chemistry or General Biology with “C” or better Apply advanced-level respiratory therapy concepts topatient care situations. Human Body in Health and Disease with “C” or better Demonstrate technical proficiency required to fulfill therole of an advanced-level respiratory therapist. High School GPA of 2.6 or better with “C” or betterin 3 high school science classes Practice respiratory therapy according to establishedprofessional and ethical standards.Verify completion of the above with assignedacademic advisor.TECHNICAL SKILLS ATTAINMENTTECHNICAL STANDARDSEmployers will expect you, as a Respiratory Therapygraduate, to be able to:The Wisconsin Technical College System (WTCS) hasimplemented a requirement that all technical collegesmeasure program outcomes attained by students. Thisrequirement is called Technical Skills Attainment (TSA).The main objective of TSA is to ensure graduates havethe technical skills needed by employers. Students whosuccessfully complete the NBRC exam at the end of theprogram will meet the TSA requirement.Respiratory therapists in Wisconsin and many other statesare licensed professionals. The Respiratory Therapy programis accredited by:Commission on Accreditation forRespiratory Care (CoARC)264 Precision Boulevard, Telford, TN 37690817.283.2835 www.coarc.comENTRY CRITERIATo apply to the Respiratory Therapy program, please submitthe following documents to Mid-State Admissions:1. Complete a Mid-State Application form and return it witha 30 non-refundable application fee.2. Submit the Criminal Background Statement ofUnderstanding and Release of Information form foundat mstc.edu/apply-mid-state-today (available aftercompletion of program application).3. Submit the Technical Standards Form found at mstc.edu/programs/respiratory-therapy.4. Meet with an advisor for your new student advisingappointment.5. Complete Accuplacer or ACT if requirements not met viaHigh School Grade Point Average. High School GPA of 3.0 or betterA list of specific physical, emotional, and mental tasksneeded to function as a respiratory therapist is availableat mstc.edu/programs/respiratory-therapy Contact theDisability Services coordinator in the Student Services &Information Center to receive assistance.CLINICAL-RELATED REQUIREMENTSPrior to placement at a clinical site, students need to pay fora criminal background check and provide documentation ofrequired health work to a private vendor.Students are responsible for ensuring all requirementsremain current during program enrollment.Clinical sites have the right to refuse a student’s placementbased on inadequate health records, pending charges, orconviction records. Students with a criminal history may notbe able to complete clinical courses. Mid-State will maketwo attempts to place a student in an appropriate clinicalexperience. If Mid-State is unable to place the student aftertwo attempts, the student will be withdrawn from the clinicalcourse and will not be able to advance in the program.PROGRAM PROGRESSIONIn order to progress in and successfully complete theprogram, students must: Repeat courses not completed with a grade of “C” orbetter prior to progressing in core courses or othercourses with co- or prerequisites. Receive a grade of “C” or better in all courses requiredfor graduation.Please note that the ability to repeat courses is dependentupon availability of courses. Students may be required toapply for program re-entry in order to repeat courses withinthe program’s instructional area.Mid-State Technical College Admissions500 32nd Street North, Wisconsin Rapids, WI 54494For placement on list to begin core Respiratory TherapyProgram courses (515-level classes):Meet math requirement via one of the following options: Math portion of Accuplacer with score of 79 Math portion of Next Generation Accuplacer with scoreof 259 Math ACT score of 18 College Math or Introduction to Statistics with a finalgrade of “C” or better888.575.6782 Get the latest updates online at mstc.eduPage 3
STUDENT HANDBOOKVisit mstc.edu/studenthandbook to view Mid-State’sstudent handbook, which contains information aboutadmissions, enrollment, appeals processes, services forpeople with disabilities, financial aid, graduation, privacy,Mid-State’s Student Code of Conduct, and technology.GRADUATION REQUIREMENTThe GPS for Student Success course is required for allMid-State program students and is recommended to becompleted before obtaining 12 credits. (Not counted inthe total credit value for this program.) Some students areexempt from this requirement. Please see your programadvisor for more information.GPS for Student Success10890102. 1 creditNOTES:Integrate necessary skills for student success by developingan academic plan, identifying interpersonal attributes forsuccess, adopting efficient and effective learning strategies,and utilizing Mid-State resources, policies, and processes.This course must be completed prior to obtaining 12 creditsand is a graduation requirement.ADDITIONAL COURSES AS NEEDEDThe following courses may be recommended or required ifthe student does not achieve minimum Accuplacer scores.Intro to College Reading10838104.2 creditsProvides learners with the opportunities to developand expand reading skills, including comprehensionand vocabulary skills. Learners apply reading skills toacademic tasks and read to acquire information from avariety of sources.Intro to College Writing10831103.3 creditsIntroduces basic principles of composition, includingorganization, development, unity, and coherence inparagraphs and multi-paragraph documents. The purpose ofthis course is to prepare students for successful entry intorequired program courses. This course is tuition bearing andunder certain circumstances may qualify for financial aid.This course cannot be used to satisfy program completionrequirements at Mid-State.Prerequisite: Accuplacer Sentence Skills score of 60 or equivalent.Proficiency in word processing skills recommended.Pre-Algebra10834109.3 creditsProvides an introduction to algebra. Includes operationson real numbers, solving linear equations, percent andproportion, and an introduction to polynomials andstatistics. Prepares students for elementary algebra andsubsequent algebra-related courses.Prerequisite: Accuplacer Math score of 65, Accuplacer Algebra scoreof 30, ABE Math Prep V 76854785 and ABE Math Prep VI 76854786with a grade of “S.” (Note: ABE Math Prep V and VI courses cannotbe used to satisfy program completion requirements at Mid-State.)Page 4888.575.6782 Get the latest updates online at mstc.edu
SAMPLE FULL-TIME CURRICULUM Medical TerminologyRespiratory SurveyRespiratory Therapeutics 1English Composition 1General Anatomy & 9166Respiratory Clinical 1Oral/Interpersonal CommunicationSpeech333435 credits-or-Respiratory Therapist Test PrepRespiratory Neo/Peds CareRespiratory/Cardio DiagnosticsRespiratory Clinical 4Respiratory Clinical 5Developmental Psychology -orIntro to Psychology23Term6 creditsTerm7 09196Medical TerminologyEnglish Composition 133General Anatomy & PhysiologyIntro to American Government -orIntroduction to Diversity Studies -orIntro to SociologyTerm10806197 Microbiology10809188 Developmental Psychology10809198 Intro to Psychology437 credits4-or-Term36 credits10801196 Oral/Interpersonal Communication -or10801198 Speech10809166 Intro to Ethics: Theory & Application33Term6 creditsTerm9 credits3Term2 credits15 creditsTerm17 creditsRespiratory Airway ManagementRespiratory Life SupportRespiratory DiseaseRespiratory Clinical 2Respiratory Clinical 3Intro to American Government -orIntroduction to Diversity Studies -orIntro to 18310809188108091983333416 910809122108091721080919616 creditsRespiratory Therapeutics 2Respiratory PharmacologyRespiratory/Cardiac PhysiologyMicrobiologyIntro to Ethics: Theory & ApplicationTerm105151751080119610801198SAMPLE PART-TIME CURRICULUM OPTION23333123333Total Credits 69This course has options available to receive credit for priorlearning (CPL) or work experience. Visit the website atmstc.edu/cpl or contact your advisor for iratory SurveyRespiratory Therapeutics 133Respiratory Therapeutics 2Respiratory PharmacologyRespiratory/Cardiac PhysiologyRespiratory Clinical ratory3332Airway ManagementLife SupportDiseaseClinical 2Clinical 314 credits23333Term12 creditsTotal credits ory Therapist Test PrepRespiratory Neo/Peds CareRespiratory/Cardio DiagnosticsRespiratory Clinical 4Respiratory Clinical 512333Please Note: This curriculum sequence is only for student planning. Actualstudent schedules will vary depending on course availability. Program completion time may vary based on student schedulingand course availability. For details, go to mstc.edu/schedule.888.575.6782 Get the latest updates online at mstc.eduPage 5
COURSE DESCRIPTIONSDevelopmental Psychology10809188.3 creditsStudies human development throughout the lifespanand explores developmental theory and research withan emphasis on the interactive nature of the biological,cognitive, and psychosocial changes that affect the individualfrom conception to death. Application activities andcritical thinking skills enable students to gain an increasedknowledge and understanding of themselves and others.Prerequisite: High School GPA of 3.0 or Accuplacer Reading Skills of236, Writing of 237 or ACT of 15 Reading/16 Writing. Students areencouraged to bring transcripts for further evaluation if they do notmeet these requirements.English Composition 110801136.3 creditsDesigned for learners to develop knowledge and skills inall aspects of the writing process. Planning, organizing,writing, editing, and revising are applied through a varietyof activities. Students analyze audience and purpose, useelements of research, and format documents using standardguidelines. Individuals develop critical reading skills throughanalysis of various written documents.Prerequisite: High School GPA of 3.0 or Accuplacer Writing of262 or ACT of 20 or Intro to College Writing 10-831-103 with agrade of “C” or better or equivalent. Students are encouraged tobring transcripts for further evaluation if they do not meet theserequirements. Proficiency in word processing skills recommended.General Anatomy & Physiology10806177. 4 creditsExamines basic concepts of human anatomy and physiologyas they relate to health sciences. Using a body systemsapproach, the course emphasizes the interrelationshipsbetween structure and function at the gross andmicroscopic levels of organization of the entire human body.It is intended to prepare health care professionals whoneed to apply basic concepts of whole body anatomy andphysiology to informed decision making and professionalcommunication with colleagues and patients.Prerequisite: High School GPA of 3.0 or Accuplacer Reading Skills of236 or ACT of 15, or General Chemistry 10806134 with a grade of “C”or better, or General Biology 10806114 with a grade of “C” or better,or Human Body in Health & Disease 10509102 with a “C” or better.Students are encouraged to bring transcripts for further evaluation ifthey do not meet these requirements.Intro to American Government10809122.3 creditsIntroduces American political processes and institutions.Focuses on rights and responsibilities of citizens and theprocess of participatory democracy. Learners examine thecomplexity of the separation of powers and checks andbalances. Explores the role of the media, interest groups,political parties, and public opinion in the political process.Also explores the role of state and national government inour federal system.Prerequisite: High School GPA of 3.0 or Accuplacer Reading Skills of236, Writing of 237 or ACT of 15 Reading/16 Writing. Students areencouraged to bring transcripts for further evaluation if they do notmeet these requirements.Page 6Intro to Ethics: Theory & Application10809166.3 creditsProvides a basic understanding of the theoretical foundationsof ethical thought. Diverse ethical perspectives are usedto analyze and compare relevant issues. Students criticallyevaluate individual, social, and/or professional standards ofbehavior, and apply a systemic decision-making process tothese situations.Prerequisite: High School GPA of 3.0 or Accuplacer Reading Skills of236, Writing of 237 or ACT of 15 Reading/16 Writing. Students areencouraged to bring transcripts for further evaluation if they do notmeet these requirements.Intro to Psychology10809198.3 creditsThis science of psychology course is a survey of multipleaspects of behavior and mental processes. It provides anoverview of topics such as research methods, theoreticalperspectives, learning, cognition, memory, motivation,emotions, personality, abnormal psychology, physiologicalfactors, social influences, and development.Prerequisite: High School GPA of 3.0 or Accuplacer Reading Skills of236, Writing of 237 or ACT of 15 Reading/16 Writing. Students areencouraged to bring transcripts for further evaluation if they do notmeet these requirements.Intro to Sociology10809196.3 creditsIntroduces students to the basic concepts of sociology:culture, socialization, social stratification, multi-culturalism,and the five institutions of family, politics, economics,religion, and education. Other topics include demography,deviance, technology, environment, social issues, socialchange, and social organization.Prerequisite: High School GPA of 3.0 or Accuplacer Reading Skills of236, Writing of 237 or ACT of 15 Reading/16 Writing. Students areencouraged to bring transcripts for further evaluation if they do notmeet these requirements.Introduction to Diversity Studies10809172.3 creditsIntroduces learners to the study of diversity from a localto a global environment using a holistic, interdisciplinaryapproach. Encourages self-exploration and prepares thelearner to work in a diverse environment. In addition toan analysis of majority/minority relations in a multiculturalcontext, the primary topics of race, ethnicity, age, gender,class, sexual orientation, disability, and religion are explored.Prerequisite: High School GPA of 3.0 or Accuplacer Reading Skills of236, Writing of 237 or ACT of 15 Reading/16 Writing. Students areencouraged to bring transcripts for further evaluation if they do notmeet these requirements.Medical Terminology10501101. 3 creditsFocuses on the component parts of medical terms: prefixes,suffixes, and word roots. Learners practice formation,analysis, and reconstruction of terms. Emphasizes spelling,definition, and pronunciation. Introduces operative,diagnostic, therapeutic, and symptomatic terminology of allbody systems as well as systemic and surgical terminology.888.575.6782 Get the latest updates online at mstc.edu
COURSE DESCRIPTIONSMicrobiology10806197. 4 creditsExamines microbial structure, metabolism, genetics, growth,and the relationship between humans and microorganisms.Disease production, epidemiology, host defense mechanisms,and the medical impact of microbes in the environment,industry, and biotechnology are also addressed.Prerequisite: General Anatomy & Physiology 10806177 with a “C”or better, or General Biology 10806114 with a “C” or better, orPlant Biology 10806184 with a grade of “C” or betterOral/Interpersonal Communication10801196.3 creditsFocuses on developing effective listening techniques andverbal and nonverbal communication skills through oralpresentation, group activity, and other projects. The studyof self, conflict, and cultural contexts will be explored, aswell as their impact on communication.Prerequisite: High School GPA of 3.0 or Accuplacer Reading Skills of236, Writing of 237, or ACT of 15 Reading/16 Writing. Students areencouraged to bring transcripts for further evaluation if they do notmeet these requirements.Respiratory Airway Management10515112.2 creditsProvides a comprehensive exploration of airwaymanagement concepts and skills. Emphasis is placed onpromotion of evidence-based practice using establishedclinical practice guidelines and published research for itsrelevance to patient care.Prerequisite: Respiratory Clinical 1 10515175Respiratory Clinical 110515175.2 creditsIntroduces Respiratory Therapy practice in the hospitalsetting. Includes the development of skills such as basictherapeutics, patient assessment, medical record review,safety practices, patient interaction, and communication.Emphasis is placed on promotion of evidence-basedpractice using established clinical practice guidelines andpublished research for its relevance to patient care. Thiscourse includes the complete program competency list. Atthe completion of this clinical learners must demonstratecompetence in a minimum of 5 (required and/or simulated)competencies. The instructor may identify specificcompetencies to be addressed during this clinical.Prerequisites: Respiratory Survey 10515111, Respiratory Therapeutics1 10515171, Respiratory Therapeutics 2 10515172, RespiratoryPharmacology 10515173, Respiratory/Cardiac Physiology 10515174,and Microbiology 10806197Respiratory Clinical 210515178.3 creditsContinued development of Respiratory Therapy clinical skillsincluding respiratory therapeutics. Focuses on monitoring,analyzing and interpreting data to make appropriatemodifications in patient care. Emphasis is placed onpromotion of evidence-based practice using establishedclinical practice guidelines and published research for itsrelevance to patient care. This course includes the completeprogram competency list. At the completion of this clinicallearners must demonstrate competence in a minimum of12 (required and/or simulated) competencies (cumulative888.575.6782 Get the latest updates online at mstc.eduthrough all clinical courses). The instructor may identifyspecific competencies to be addressed during this clinical.Prerequisite: Respiratory Clinical 1 10515175Respiratory Clinical 310515179.3 creditsContinued development of Respiratory Therapy clinical skillsincluding respiratory therapeutics. Focuses on monitoring,analyzing and interpreting data to make appropriatemodifications in patient care. Emphasis is placed onpromotion of evidence-based practice using establishedclinical practice guidelines and published research for itsrelevance to patient care. This course includes the completeprogram competency list. At the completion of this clinicallearners must demonstrate competence in a minimum of19 (required and/or simulated) competencies (cumulativethrough all clinical courses). The instructor may identifyspecific competencies to be addressed during this clinical.Corequisite: Respiratory Clinical 2 10515178Respiratory Clinical 410515182.3 creditsContinued development of Respiratory Therapy clinical skillsincluding respiratory therapeutics. Focuses on monitoring,analyzing and interpreting data to make appropriatemodifications in patient care. Emphasis is placed onpromotion of evidence-based practice using establishedclinical practice guidelines and published research for itsrelevance to patient care. This course includes the completeprogram competency list. At the completion of this clinicallearners must demonstrate competence in a minimum of26 (required and/or simulated) competencies (cumulativethrough all clinical courses). The instructor may identifyspecific competencies to be addressed during this clinical.Prerequisite: Respiratory Life Support 10515113; Corequisite:Respiratory Clinical 3 10515179Respiratory Clinical 510515183.3 creditsFocuses on the completion of respiratory therapycompetencies and transition to employment. Emphasisis placed on promotion of evidence-based practice usingestablished clinical practice guidelines and publishedresearch for its relevance to patient care. This courseincludes the complete program competency list. At thecompletion of this clinical learners must demonstratecompetence in all of the required and required/simulated)competencies. The instructor may identify specificcompetencies to be addressed during this clinical.Corequisite: Respiratory Clinical 4 10515182Respiratory Disease10515176.3 creditsExploration of signs, symptoms, causes, progression, andtreatment of diseases or disorders of the body that affectthe respiratory cardiopulmonary system. Emphasis is placedon promotion of evidence-based practice using establishedclinical practice guidelines and published research for itsrelevance to patient care.Prerequisites: Respiratory Survey 10515111, General Anatomy &Physiology 10806177, and Microbiology 10806197Page 7
COURSE DESCRIPTIONSRespiratory Life Support10515113.3 creditsFocuses on management of adult ventilatory support.Emphasis is placed on promotion of evidence-basedpractice using established clinical practice guidelines andpublished research for its relevance to patient care.Prerequisites: Respiratory Therapeutics 2 10515172 andRespiratory Clinical 1 10515175; Corequisite: Respiratory AirwayManagement 10515112Respiratory Neo/Peds Care10515180.2 creditsProvides a comprehensive orientation to the field ofneonatal and pediatric respiratory care to include fetaldevelopment, birth, neonatal physiology, pulmonarydynamics, abnormal cardiopulmonary conditions, diseases,noninvasive and invasive therapeutic interventions.Emphasis is placed on promotion of evidence-basedpractice using established clinical practice guidelines andpublished research for its relevance to patient care.Prerequisite: Respiratory Life Support 10515113 and RespiratoryClinical 3 10515179Respiratory Pharmacology10515173.3 creditsExamines basic pharmacology principles, drug dosage, andcalculations. Medications for inhalation including mucolytics,bronchodilators, and anti-inflammatories. Also includescardiac drugs, anesthetic drugs, neuromuscular blockers,and antimicrobials. Emphasis is placed on promotion ofevidence-based practice using established clinical practiceguidelines and published research for its relevance topatient care.Prerequisites: Respiratory Survey 10515111, Respiratory Therapeutics1 10515171, and General Anatomy & Physiology 10806177Respiratory Survey10515111.3 creditsExamines the role of the Respiratory Therapist within thehealthcare community. Reviews the ethical, legal, andregulatory principles that guide practice across diversepopulations. Introductory patient assessment and criticalthinking processes used in the development of respiratorycare plans are explored. Emphasis is placed on promotion ofevidence-based practice using established clinical practiceguidelines and published research for its relevance topatient care.Prerequisites: Admission to Respiratory Therapy program 105151 andAccuplacer Arithmetic of 259 , ACT of 18, College Math 10104107 orIntroductory Statistics 10804189; Corequisites: Medical Terminology10501101 and General Anatomy & Physiology 10806177Respiratory Therapeutics 110515171.3 creditsIntroduces the topics of medical gas administration andhumidity and aerosol therapy. The learner will apply physics,math and patient assessment concepts to oxygen, aerosoland humidity therapy. Emphasis is placed on promotion ofevidence-based practice using established clinical practiceguidelines and published research for its relevance topatient care.Introductory Statistics 10804189; Corequisites: Respiratory Survey10515111, Medical Terminology 10501101, and General Anatomy &Physiology 10806177Respiratory Therapeutics 210515172.3 creditsIntroduces therapeutic procedures including arterialpuncture, bronchial hygiene, lung expansion therapy, andpulmonary rehabilitation. Emphasis is placed on promotionof evidence-based practice using established clinicalpractice guidelines and published research for its relevanceto patient care.Prerequisites: Respiratory Therapeutics 1 10515171, RespiratorySurvey 10515111, and General Anatomy & Physiology 10806177Respiratory Therapist Test Prep10515101. 1 creditExplores strategies for preparing for respiratory therapistprofessional examinations including study skills, testpreparation skills, and test-taking skills. Includes a basicreview of content related to the examinations.Corequisite: Respiratory Clinical 4 10515182Respiratory/Cardiac Physiology10515174.3 creditsProvides the student with an in-depth knowledge of thestructure and function of the respiratory and circulatorysystems necessary to function as a competent RespiratoryThera
The Respiratory Therapy program at Mid-State prepares students to employ scientific principles to identify, treat, and prevent acute . Concordia University, Franklin University, Grand Canyon University (GCU), Herzing University, Lakeland University, Milwaukee School of Engineering (MSOE), Mount Mary
