Expected Student Learning Outcomes (ESLO)

Expected Student Learning Outcomes (ESLO)

1. Demonstrate professional behaviors consistent with the respiratory care code of ethics, ethical obligations, and professional conduct.
2. Demonstrate appropriate critical thinking and problem-solving skills, time management skills, interpersonal communication skills, and technical skills necessary to provide competent respiratory care in multidisciplinary care settings.
3. Evaluate evidence-based best practices through research and the critique and interpretation of professional scientific literature.
4. Assess current issues and trends in health care, including public policy, access, quality improvement, and legal and ethical topics.
5. Develop respiratory education through the diagnosis, management, and treatment of patients affected by cardiopulmonary disorders.
6. Apply and evaluate information in relation to the advanced medical treatment of the critically ill adult patient relevant to his/her role as an advanced level respiratory therapist.
7. Illustrate understanding of the importance of pulmonary rehabilitation and its impact on cardiopulmonary disorders.
8. Examine effective leadership techniques and practices used in the healthcare setting.
9. Apply knowledge learned to specific areas of respiratory therapy through independent research.