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Home About Us Our Sponsors Careers Education Employers Labor Market Info Important Links Downloads Contact Us		Tennessee State University Cardio-Respiratory Care Sciences (Rehabilitation) PROGRAM LENGTH: 2 years of general education and science courses + 2 years of professional courses DEGREE OR CERTIFICATION: B.S. Cardio-Respiratory Care Sciences SCHOOL WEBSITE: http://www.tnstate.edu SCHOOL ADDRESS: 3500 John A. Merritt Blvd., Nashville, TN 37209 (Davidson county) CONTACT NAME: Dr. Thomas John, Dept. Head, Cardio Respiratory Care Sciences PHONE NUMBER: (615) 963-7420 EMAIL ADDRESS: tjohn@tnstate.edu ARTICULATION AGREEMENT: None TRANSCRIPT REVIEW: Official transcripts must be sent to Admissions Office for review. SUBSTITUTION COURSEWORK: Substitution coursework will be determined based on individual transcript review. PREREQUISITES: Students who wish to pursue the Cardio-Respiratory Care Sciences major may apply to the CRCS Admissions Committee for acceptance. Students must be formally admitted to the Cardio-Respiratory Care Sciences Program in order to take professional courses, which begin in the junior year. Applications for admission are accepted from students who meet the following application requirements: · Admission to Tennessee State University. A minimum high school grade point average of at least 2.5 on a 4.0 scale. · One year of high school algebra, biology, and chemistry. · Completion of first year CRCS curriculum with a grade point average of at least 2.5 on a 4.0 scale. · A "C" or better grade in supporting science courses. · Two letters of recommendation from instructors who have taught the applicant. · An interview with the Admissions and Retention Committee or its designee. All applicants will be screened by the Department of Cardio-Respiratory Care Sciences Admissions and Retention Committee. Applicants will be advised of the final decision regarding their acceptance into the Program by a representative of the Committee. TRANSFER STUDENTS 1. Applications will be accepted from transfer students from other colleges or universities, or from other departments of Tennessee State University. 2. Applicants must have an overall college grade-point average of 2.5 on a 4.0 scale and meet the program admissions requirements for entering applicants. Any exceptions to the rule must be approved by the Cardio-Respiratory Care Sciences Admissions and Retention Committee. 3. Transfer credits for non-major courses will be accepted according to University policies on admission with advanced standing. All transfer credits from accredited Respiratory Care programs will be accepted where evidence is provided that the content of courses previously taken is essentially the same as the content for courses in the curriculum. No credit will be accepted for essential courses in which the student has received a grade lower than a "C". 4. In addition to the above, a Tennessee State University student seeking a transfer to the Cardio-Respiratory Care Sciences program is required to complete a Change of Major form. Students who have a B.S. Degree in Science may be admitted to the program if they meet the admission criteria. Students who have taken the science courses and general education courses may be able to complete the program in two years. Students should consult the program director for details. The Admission and Retention Committee will make the final decision regarding admission to the program. The candidate will be advised of the final decision regarding acceptance. Special Requirements: Students are required to have a physical examination and obtain medical and malpractice insurance prior to clinical rotations. During a clinical rotation, students may be assigned to off-campus facilities. Students are responsible for transportation costs, clinic attire, and other expenses related to clinical experiences. Students are also expected to obtain membership in the American Association for Respiratory Care (AARC). Criminal Background Statement (TSU 2005-2007 catalog pg. 172) A criminal background check may be a requirement at some affiliated clinical sites for training. Based on the results of these checks an affiliated clinical site may determine to not allow your presence at their facility. This could result in your inability to successfully complete the requirements of this program. Additionally, a criminal background may preclude licensure or employment. LAST UPDATED: 1/27/2007 - Update Current status - Active
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