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Bachelor of Science in Respiratory Care
The Bachelor of Science in Respiratory Care degree is a 125-semester-credit-hour program . The pre-professional phase of the program requires the completion of 42 semester credit hours related to the Texas Core Curriculum and an 18-semester-credit-hours program prerequisite course prior to admission. The pre-professional phase requirements must be completed at any accredited college or university…,  

Bachelor of Science in Respiratory Care
The clinical experience is a vital part of the respiratory care student's education. During this time, the student transitions from the classroom to the patient care setting.  Students will gain experience in a variety of hospital settings including the medical/surgical floor, adult, pediatric and neonatal intensive care units, high-risk delivery rooms, and special diagnostic areas. Other…, Sites in San Antonio, Audie Murphy Memorial Veteran's Affairs Hospital Children's Hospital of San Antonio Christus Santa Rosa Medical Center Kindred Hospital Methodist Hospital Mission Trails Baptist Hospital North Central Baptist Northeast Baptist Hospital San Antonio Military Medical Center Institute of Surgical Research San Antonio Military Medical Center Sleep Therapy & Research Center Southwest General…, Sites outside of San Antonio, Barnes-Jewish Hospital, St. Louis, Missouri Baylor University Medical Center, Dallas, Texas Baylor Scott & White Medical Center, Waco, Texas College Station Medical Center, College Station, Texas Dell Children's Medical Center, Austin, Texas Doctor's Hospital of Laredo, Laredo, Texas Driscoll Children's Hospital, Corpus Christi, Texas Florida Hospital Medical Center, Orlando, Florida…

How do I strengthen my application?, We evaluate the entire application, not just the GPA. Consider, in your non-academic time, including community service and activities that demonstrate a commitment to your program of study. Get hands-on health care experience: volunteer, observe or shadow health professionals to learn more about the profession and develop a concept of how they practice. A variety of observation or shadowing hours…, What characteristics would make me a competitive candidate for admission?, We look for well-rounded individuals. A history of academic success, service to the community, shadowing or observation hours, strong motivation to be a health professional, letters of reference, excellent critical thinking skills, written skills and interpersonal skills are examples of characteristics that we look for in applicants., Why is a criminal background check required?, Our students get practical experience in clinical spaces that require background checks. Those who are unable to pass a background check may not be able to enter clinical spaces. Criminal background checks are done after an applicant has been selected after his or her interview for an initial offer to the program. Please note that a felony conviction may affect a graduate’s ability to sit for the…, Where can I get more tips on applying?, We hold Open House Workshops periodically throughout the year.  During the workshop you will meet the faculty, current students and admissions team members. We review the application and admission procedures, give tips on applying and recommendations to strength your application. To attend a workshop, you must RSVP in advance. The event is free and recommended for prospective applicants who are…, Additional resources for applicants, UT Health San Antonio Office of the Registrar UT Health San Antonio Student Life

Respiratory Care Bachelor of Science
  Year 1 Year 2, In-state, $14,181 $8,537, Out-of-state, $31,400 $18,618 The costs listed above reflect tuition and required fees for in-state and out-of-state residents if the student attends Fall, Spring, and Summer semesters. The costs listed above do not include the cost of books and are subject to change. Additional fees incurred over the 21 months of the program include the purchase of scrubs, a stethoscope, certification in basic and advanced…

Bachelor of Science in Respiratory Care
The UT Health San Antonio Respiratory Care Program, 210422, Bachelor of Science in Respiratory Care degree holds Continuing Accreditation from the  Commission on Accreditation for Respiratory Care (CoARC). Commission on Accreditation for Respiratory Care 264 Presicion Blvd.  Telford, TN 37690 This status signifies that a program with an Approval of Intent has demonstrated sufficient compliance…, Institutional accreditation, The University of Texas Health Science Center at San Antonio, also called UT Health San Antonio, is accredited by the , Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges,  (SACSCOC) to award baccalaureate, master’s, and doctoral degrees. UT Health San Antonio also may offer credentials such as certificates and diplomas at approved degree levels. Questions about the accreditation of UT Health San Antonio may be directed in writing to the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges at 1866 Southern Lane, Decatur, GA 30033-4097, by calling , (404)-679-4500, , or by using information available on SACSCOC’s website, , www.sacscoc.org., About the program:,  Contact the Department of Respiratory Care, or see the  UT Health San Antonio course catalog. Phone:  210-567-7966 wettstein@uthscsa.edu

Graduate Certificate in Communication Sciences and Disorders
Degree Requirements, The graduate certificate program consists of five courses (15 semester credit hours).  Students must satisfactorily complete all required course work with a grade of “B” or better for the award of a Graduate Certificate in Communication Sciences.  , Sample Plan of Study, The Certificate Program is offered 100% online. Should student demand in the future warrant other delivery modalities, such as a face-to-face or hybrid format, the program may also prepare alternate formats. Students will be advised well in advance of program application and course registration as to the delivery modalities offered in a specific program year. The program will follow the summer…, 1st Semester (Summer), 6 MSLP-5101 - Anatomy and Physiology of the Speech and Hearing 3 MSLP-5102 - Phonetics and normal articulation 3, 2nd Semester (Fall), 6 MSLP-5103 - Normal Language Development   3 MSLP-5104 - Speech and Hearing Science 3, 3rd Semester (Spring) , 3 MSLP-5105 - Introduction to Audiology 3, Total Credit Hours, 15

Graduate Certificate in Communication Sciences and Disorders
The University of Texas Health Science Center at San Antonio, also called UT Health San Antonio, is accredited by the , Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges,  (SACSCOC) to award baccalaureate, master’s, and doctoral degrees. UT Health San Antonio also may offer credentials such as certificates and diplomas at approved degree levels. Questions about the accreditation of UT Health San Antonio may be directed in writing to the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges at 1866 Southern Lane, Decatur, GA 30033-4097, by calling , (404)-679-4500, , or by using information available on SACSCOC’s website, , www.sacscoc.org.

Graduate Certificate in Communication Sciences and Disorders
The primary program objective is to prepare students not holding an undergraduate degree in communication sciences and disorders but desiring careers as speech-language pathologists a competitive application to master’s degree level speech-language pathology training programs. , Student Learning Outcomes, Upon completion of the program, students will: Demonstrate fundamental knowledge of human communication, communication development, and the nature of communication disorders across the lifespan. Demonstrate the ability to integrate information on normal and abnormal human development through the lens of clinical concepts. Meet the ASHA certification requirements in preparatory work toward…

Graduate Certificate in Communication Sciences and Disorders
Tuition and mandatory fees for 15 semester credit hours, not including room and board or textbooks. , Texas residents:,  $8,316, Non-Texas residents: , $14,616, •    Additional fitness and liability insurance fees may be waived with University approval  •    Tuition and mandatory fees for the CSD certificate program are ineligible for any federal or state aid programs. However, the Financial Aid office may assist with private loans for applicants with good credit history  

The Office of International Services at UT Health San Antonio is your liaison for visa information and other requirements., Special concerns of international applicants:, How do I get a transcript evaluated?, Transcripts from institutions outside the United States must be submitted in the original language and must be accompanied by a  NACES Members evaluation  agency English translation for each course. Please allow a minimum of six weeks for this evaluation to be completed. Once we have completed your Unofficial Foreign Transcript Evaluation, the results will be emailed back to you., How do I get my visa?, Start the visa application process with the  Office of International Services . After your acceptance into your program, you will need to complete the process to receive your visa to study in the United States. You will work with the UT Health San Antonio’s Office of International Services to complete the necessary paperwork and steps to obtain your visa.