Erie Community College, State University of New York

RESPIRATORY CARE

Program Competencies

Upon graduation with an Associate in Applied Science degree in Respiratory Care, the graduate will be able to:

• Provide, under medical direction, treatment, management, diagnostic evaluation, and care to patients with deficiencies and abnormalities of the cardiorespiratory system
• Administer the therapeutic use of the following: medical gases and administration apparatus, environmental control systems, humidification, aerosols, medications, ventilatory support, bronchopulmonary hygiene, pulmonary rehabilitation, cardiopulmonary resuscitation, and airway management
• Demonstrate behavior consistent with acceptable professional conduct standards, such as appearance, quality of work, quantity of work, continuing education, human relation skills, leadership skills, reading skills, writing skills, and verbal communication skills