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Respiratory Therapy Requirements

Associate Degree Program - 76 Credits

Admission Criteria   Technology Requirements    Additional Program Requirements

Curriculum

Respiratory Therapist, AAS

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Admission Criteria

Two of the following:
  • HS GPA: 2.5
  • GED: Sub-scores ≥ 145
  • ACT: 18
  • SAT: 960
  • College GPA: 2.0 – Based on 12+ credits.
Students not meeting two of the above criteria are required to take the Next-Generation ACCUPLACER:
  • Quantitative reasoning, Algebra, and Statistics (QAS): 225
  • Writing: 255
All students must also meet the TEAS Requirement Scores:
  • TEAS Math: 62
  • TEAS Reading: 73

The TEAS requirement will be waived for students completing the STC Allied Health Certificate with a 2.5 GPA or higher and/or ACT sub-scores of at least 21 in both Reading and Math.

Additional Program Requirements

Background Check and Drug Screen

Completion of a background check and drug screen are required before program classes start.

Background Check   Drug Screen

Immunizations

This program requires additional immunizations. Please see additional details.

Uniforms

Uniforms are required for this program. Please see the Books, Uniforms and Supplies page for current purchasing options.

Technology Requirements

Southeast Technical College's Respiratory Therapist program is a Bring Your Own Laptop (BYOL) program. You may purchase a laptop on your own or from the Southeast Tech Support Center.

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