What evaluation methods are used?
The syllabus for each course in the curriculum provides a listing of evaluation methods specific to that course (e.g., written examinations, research papers, case studies, homework assignments, etc.). Other evaluation methods used throughout the program are as follows:
PROCEDURAL ASSESSMENTS-Lab
Students must successfully complete laboratory exercises before performing clinical procedures on patients.
PROCEDURAL ASSESSMENTS-Clinical
After classroom and laboratory instruction and clinical experience with patients, students are required to demonstrate clinical competency by passing procedural assessments on various respiratory therapy clinical procedures and equipment.
PROFESSIONAL BEHAVIOR/CLINICAL PERFORMACE EVALUATIONS
Students must demonstrate clinical competency and professional behavior in both the clinical and classroom settings by passing end-program evaluations prior to graduation.
COMPREHENSIVE FINAL EXAMINATIONS
Students must pass comprehensive final exams in order to be eligible for graduation from the program. Specific information regarding the final will be provided in the RCP 250 course syllabus.