Ashtabula Campus
3300 Lake Road West
Ashtabula, OH 44004
Tel: 440-964-3322
Fax: 440-964-4269
Web: www.ashtabula.kent.edu

Respiratory Therapy Technology (A.A.S.)—2009-2010 Roadmap [Degree Requirements]

The Associate of Applied Science in Respiratory Therapy Technology is offered at the Ashtabula Campus. With successful completion of the program, graduates are eligible to sit for the registry examination to become a Registered Respiratory Therapist. Respiratory therapists work as members of a team of healthcare professionals working in a wide range of clinical settings to evaluate, treat and manage patients of all ages with respiratory illnesses and other cardiopulmonary disorders. Students must have a GPA of 2.75 for admission to the program. Applicants not admitted directly into the program may be admitted as pre-major students. Once admitted, a minimum grade of C (2.0) in all required courses, including RTT and related courses, general studies courses and prescribed developmental courses. Students interested in the program should apply directly to the Ashtabula Campus and meet with the program director.