Associate of Applied Science - Respiratory Therapy

Demonstrate knowledge of some major empirical findings of the social sciences

Demonstrate an understanding of some of the concepts, theories, and methods used within the social sciences to understand human behavior/events

Objectively identify some social variables that have shaped one's own point of view

Engage with or accurately represent a point of view that is different from one's own

Apply concepts and tools from the social sciences to explain or analyze a social phenomenon, process, event, conflict, or issue

Evaluate the quality/credibility of information from various kinds of sources (academic, journalistic, popular media)

Present social science information according to appropriate academic standards

Apply the respiratory care knowledge necessary to function in a health care setting

Use critical thinking skills to recommend appropriate diagnostic and therapeutic procedures using patient data from laboratory and physiologic evaluations

Perform cardio-pulmonary therapeutic procedures and modalities appropriate to level of training

Function effectively as a member of a healthcare team

Exemplify professional and ethical behavior