Allied Health DH, EMS, HS, RAD, RESP

The department of Allied Health consists of Dental Hygiene, Emergency Medical Services, Healthcare Administration, Health Sciences, Radiology, and Respiratory Care

Department Chair: Whiteman
Julio Leon Health Sciences Building

Dental Hygiene

Faculty:
Pyle - Program Director, Christian, Merritt and Rogers

Mission

Missouri Southern State University’s Dental Hygiene program empowers students to become life-long learners and facilitate the development of ethical and competent oral healthcare professionals, who provide patient care to a diverse population utilizing innovative technologies.

Goals

Goal 1. Provide quality education that reflects best practices in dental hygiene in order to become an ethical licensed oral healthcare professional.

Goal 2. Engage students in outreach activities that serve a diverse patient population in our community.

Goal 3. Create an educational environment that fosters the development of interprofessional practice, life-long learning, outstanding citizens and leaders, and oral health care professionals.

The dental hygienist is a licensed healthcare professional and member of the dental health team. The diverse duties of the dental hygienist include performing oral prophylaxis and periodontal assessment and therapy; collecting and evaluating medical history information; performing head and neck screening examinations; periodontal assessment and therapy; applying agents for the prevention of decay; applying desensitizing and antimicrobial agents and administering local anesthesia and nitrous oxide analgesia; and exposing and interpreting radiographs. The dental hygienist acts as a dental health educator and is responsible for teaching patients prevention of dental disease and providing nutritional counseling.

Dental hygiene employment opportunities are numerous and vary greatly. They include general practice and specialty dental offices; federal, state, county and city health clinics; public schools; hospitals; long-term care facilities; dental schools; industrial clinics; the armed services; and research institutions.

Missouri Southern offers an Associate of Science degree in Dental Hygiene. Upon satisfactory completion, graduates are eligible to take the National Dental Hygiene Board Examination and practical examinations required for licensure in Missouri and other states.

Statement of Accreditation

The MSSU Dental Hygiene Program is accredited by the Commission on Dental Accreditation (CODA) 211 E. Chicago Ave Suite 1900, Chicago, IL 60611, Phone (800) 232-6108.

Admission to Missouri Southern does not automatically grant admission to the Dental Hygiene Program. In addition to meeting admission requirements for the University, candidates must apply for admission to the Department of Dental Hygiene. Applications are reviewed by the Selection Committee for Dental Hygiene. Applicants must submit the necessary information by March 31. Applicants must have a minimum overall GPA of 3.0 to apply.

Application consideration requires evidence of satisfactory completion of the following prerequisites with a grade of ‘C’ or better within two attempts:

ENG 0101 - College Composition I (Writing Intensive)
BIO 0121 - Human Anatomy and Physiology I    and BIO 0221 - Human Anatomy and Physiology II OR BIO 0201  Human Anatomy and BIO 301 Human Physiology
BIO 0231 - General and Medical Microbiology
CHEM 0121 - Chemistry for Allied Health Sciences   and CHEM 0122 - Chemistry for Allied Health Sciences Laboratory  OR CHEM 0140 - General Chemistry I  and CHEM 0141 - Gen Chemistry I Laboratory
COMM 0100 - Oral Communication
MATH 0030 - Intermediate Algebra  (or higher)

In addition to completing the prerequisite courses (science courses with BIO and CHEM prefixes must be taken within 5 years prior to applying to the dental hygiene program) applicants will be required to complete the TEAS test (Test for Essential Academic Skills), with a minimum score of 50.

Enrollment is limited by selection and applicants are admitted contingent upon a criminal record check, random drug testing, the completion of physical, vision and dental examinations and the rendering of an acceptable health status. Completion of all prerequisite courses, TEAS exam and other requirements does not guarantee acceptance into the program. Students are admitted to the dental hygiene program only in the fall of each year. As students in a health care profession, dental hygiene students may be exposed to blood borne pathogens and infectious diseases, as a result must meet the CDC immunization recommendations for healthcare workers.

Additional charges are incurred by Dental Hygiene students including (but not limited to) laboratory costs, various expenses for transportation to off campus clinical sites and professional meetings, licensure exams, and equipment.

The Associate of Science in Dental Hygiene requires a minimum of 93 credit hours, including the prerequisite courses. Course grades of ‘C’ or above in Dental Hygiene and supporting science courses are necessary for retention in the Dental Hygiene program.

For additional information contact:
Jill Pyle, Program Director
Health Science Building 140
417-625-9600
pyle-j@mssu.edu

Emergency Medical Services

Paramedic

Faculty: Taber - Program Director, Walker
Health Sciences Building 325 • 417-625-9848

Mission

The mission of the Missouri Southern State University Department of Emergency Medical Services is to educate and graduate an EMS professional who is a competent entry-level practitioner. The program is designed to develop and promote conceptual, technical, contextual, integrative and adaptive competence so that graduates are well-rounded in all phases of professional behavior. Graduates will be prepared to enter the health professions workforce and be eligible for licensure, certification and advanced education.

The College of Health Sciences and the Department of Emergency Medical Services offer certificate programs preparing students to challenge the National Registry examinations. The program is closely integrated with area Emergency Medical Services and area Trauma Centers. Classroom instruction is supplemented by laboratory, scenario-based practicals and high-fidelity simulation. Students also gain patient care experience during clinical and field rotations. The clinical training is arranged through area hospitals and advanced life support ambulance services. The program meets through three consecutive semesters beginning each fall semester.

Students seeking admission to the program are encouraged to apply early, as admission preference is given to those submitting a completed application packet by July 1st. Students should contact the Director of Emergency Medical Services for more information. There are special book and equipment costs for this program.

Statement of Accreditation

The MSSU Paramedic Program is accredited by the Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs upon the recommendation of the Committee on Accreditation of Educational Programs for the Emergency Medical Services Professions (CoAEMSP). For more information contact:

Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs (CAAHEP)
Mailing Address: 9355 - 113th St. N #7709, Seminole, FL 33775, Phone 727-210-2350, Fax 727-210-2354, Email mail@caahep.org

Committee on Accreditation of Educational Programs for Emergency Medical Services Professions (CoAEMSP)
Mailing Addrress: 8301 Lakeview Parkway Suite 111-312, Rowlett TX 75088, Phone 214-703-8445

Admission Criteria

Must be 18 years of age before first class.
High school diploma or its equivalent.
Possession of current State of Missouri EMT license, or eligibility and ability to obtain one by first day of class.
Completion of PARA 0201 - Concepts of A&P in EM Care OR BIO 0121 - Human Anatomy and Physiology I (or equivalent) with a grade of “C” or better.
Submission of completed application and required materials by application deadline.
Submission of MSSU admission application by program application deadline.
Possess a current American Heart Association Basic Life Support for Healthcare Provider CPR certification

For additional information contact:
Erin Taber, Program Director
Health Sciences Building 320
417-625-3013 • taber-e@mssu.edu

Emergency Medical Technician

Faculty: Taber - Program Director, Walker
Health Sciences Building 325 • 417.625.9848

Mission

The College of Health, Life Sciences, and Education and the Department of Emergency Medical Services offer certificate programs preparing students to challenge the National Registry examinations. The program is closely integrated with area Emergency Medical Services and area Trauma Centers. Classroom instruction is supplemented by laboratory, scenario-based practicals and high-fidelity simulation. Students also gain patient care experience during clinical and field rotations. The clinical training is arranged through area hospitals and advanced life support ambulance services. The program meets through one semester beginning each fall and spring semester.

Students seeking admission to the program are encouraged to apply early, as admission preferences are given to those submitting a completed application packet on a first-come basis. Students should contact the Director of Emergency Medical Services for more information. Special book and equipment charges are assessed for this program.

Statement of Accreditation

The MSSU Emergency Medical Technician Program is accredited through the Missouri Department of Health and Senior Services and Missouri Unit of Emergency Medical Services. The Emergency Medical Technician Program meets all requirements of the National Standard Curriculum.

Admission Criteria

Must be 18 years of age to sit for the National Registry examinations.
High school graduation diploma (or equivalent) or a student in good standing at the high school junior or senior level.
Must submit proof of required immunizations.
Pass a thorough, department approved, background check.
Submit application and required documents by the application deadline.

For additional information contact:
Erin Taber, Program Director
Health Sciences Building 320
417-625-3013 • taber-e@mssu.edu

Health Science

Mission

The mission of the Health Science degree is to provide a comprehensive baccalaureate degree that complements an associate allied health degree, and helps prepare graduates for healthcare career opportunities related to and beyond their clinical careers.

The degree is designed to promote critical thinking, communication, information skills, and leadership with a commitment to lifelong learning. Our graduates are academically prepared to pursue opportunities for advancement or graduate school.

Program Goals and Objectives:

GOAL:

The student will obtain knowledge needed to improve and advance the health of individuals and populations.

Objectives

Students will analyze current research and health data; in order to make evidence-based decisions for health services and patient care.
Students will recall the evolution of the U.S. health system and the major settings, providers, and funding for the delivery of public and private healthcare services.
The student will learn principles of organizational management.

GOAL:

The student will have the fundamental academic skills to be an effective communicator and discuss problems of access to healthcare for a diverse population.

Objectives

The student will be able to outline the phases of effective health communication.
The student will identify the role of the various health care providers and the significance of inter-professional communication to improve health outcomes of the patient or a community.
Student will write grammatically and stylistically correct assignments that reflect a review of relevant literature and the ability to effectively communicate issues.

Health is widely acknowledged as a major growth industry, with employment opportunities forecast to continue their strong upward trends of recent years. Opportunities for advancement will be greatest for people with a baccalaureate degree.

Associate degree-prepared health profession majors and clinicians in the field who desire a baccalaureate degree have limited options to fulfill their educational goals. Graduates and clinicians from the health professions continually inquire about baccalaureate degree options to meet their busy professional lives. The Health Science degree is a specified course of study that enhances a clinician’s expertise and opportunities for advancement. The Health Science curriculum is designed to prepare students for career paths in the health industry that extend beyond their clinical careers. These career paths could include management, education, medical, pharmaceutical sales, and public health. Graduates from the Bachelor of Health Science program may qualify to enter graduate programs or professional health science areas such as physician assistant, physical therapy, healthcare administration and public health.

The Bachelor of Science degree in Health Sciences is granted to students who complete the required program of study. These requirements include the basic General Education Requirements for all Bachelor of Science degree programs, required science and other supportive courses in the health science area.

This degree allows students who complete an Associate degree in an Allied Health field or an Associate or Certificate Paramedic degree, to earn a Bachelor of Science degree related to their clinical degree.

There are four specific options in the Bachelor of Science - Health Sciences degree.

Bachelor of Science in Health Sciences - emphasis in Dental Hygiene
Bachelor of Science in Health Sciences - emphasis in Respiratory Therapy
Bachelor of Science in Health Sciences - emphasis in Radiologic Technology
Bachelor of Science in Health Sciences - emphasis in Paramedic / EMS

The courses in the curriculum are offered on campus as well as web based. The demand for this degree will be great among current students, past graduates and clinicians currently working in the health industry.

Students must pass all HS core and/or all affiliated dual prefix courses with a ‘C’ or higher to graduate.

The Bachelor of Science - Health Sciences degree is available to transfer students under the “Pathways to Health Science Bachelor’s Degree” Policy.”

Pathways to Health Science Bachelor’s Degree Policy updated for fall 2023

Students who complete an Allied Health program often desire to complete a Bachelor’s degree to complement their clinical degree. MSSU’s Pathways to Health Science Bachelor’s Policy is available for transfer students who graduated from an accredited program with an Associate degree in Dental Hygiene, Nursing, Respiratory Care, Radiology, or Paramedic; or complete a Paramedic certificate program or a diploma nursing program. The Bachelor of Health Science degree offers these students the ability to apply the credit hours earned in their Allied Health degree to assist in meeting the Bachelor’s degree requirement. In order to qualify for Pathways to Health Science Credit, students must have graduated from an accredited program in dental hygiene, radiology, respiratory care, nursing, or paramedic, passed a national board examination and currently be licensed to practice in at least one state.

The Pathways to Health Science Credit program will benefit students by transcribing up to 26 credit hours of upper division hours depending on the discipline. A processing charge for transfer of credits is assessed. This program is designed to provide a cost and time savings for students completing a Bachelor’s degree.

A Bachelor’s prepared healthcare professional is highly marketable for management/supervisory positions, state and federal sector employment, medical/dental sales, pharmaceutical representative and the ability to teach in the field. Therefore, graduates will have more career options available to them. Courses for these programs are available online so practicing clinicians can complete their Bachelor’s degree at their pace from anywhere in the world.

For more information on Health Sciences, or any of the degrees /courses listed above, contact:

Jill Pyle
Program Director, Dental Hygiene
Health Sciences Building 140
417-625-9600 • Pyle-j@mssu.edu

Erin Taber
Program Director, Emergency Medical Services
Health Sciences Building 320
417-625-3013 •taber-e@mssu.edu

Kimberly Matejcek
Program Director, Radiologic Technology
Health Sciences Building 323
417-625-3565 •matejcek-k@mssu.edu

Alyssa Taylor
Program Director, Respiratory Care
Health Sciences Building 321
417-659-4405 • taylor-a@mssu.edu

Healthcare Administration

Bachelor Degree

Are you interested in a business career with opportunity for advancement in one of the fastest growing business sectors in the U.S. economy? Our new Bachelor of Science degree in Healthcare Administration will prepare you for successful and rewarding careers in healthcare business, management, and administration.

Healthcare is a huge business and Healthcare Administration is one of the fastest growing and highest paid careers in the healthcare industry.

The MSSU Healthcare Administration program supported by the MSSU Gipson Center for Healthcare Leadership offers unique and special opportunities. Scholarships dedicated for Healthcare Administration majors, support for research, leadership development, and dedicated staff, faculty, and advisors all working together in the new Gipson Center.

Healthcare Administration majors must earn a grade of ‘C’ or better in all of the business requirements (including Management) and all Health Sciences requirements (including the capstone experience) in order to earn a Bachelor of Science in Healthcare Administration degree.

For more information contact:

Melinda Brown
Director, Gipson Center for Healthcare Leadership
Health Sciences Building 153A
417-625-9720 •brown-m@mssu.edu

Master Degree

Faculty: Whiteman - Coordinator

Health Sciences Building 151C 417-625-9848

Mission

The Master of Science in Healthcare Administration (MHA) leverages a multi-disciplinary approach to imbue students with a patient-centered perspective for the management of healthcare services. Eight-week classes are offered in an all online format to support working professionals as they seek personal and professional growth.

Application Criteria

Eligible applicants for the MHA meet the following criteria:

Have an undergraduate GPA of 2.75 or higher, or a GPA of 3.0 or higher for the last 60 credit hours of undergraduate academic work.
Hold at least one of the following degrees:

B.S. in Healthcare Administration/Management
B.S. in Health Sciences
MD/DO/DDS
BSN
B.S. in an Allied Health field
B.S. degree and one or more years of experience working full-time in a health field
KCU DO/MHA program

Applications for admission not qualifying under the above criteria will be considered on a case-by-case basis by the program’s Admission Committee.

The program starts each Fall. For more information on the degree or how to apply contact:

Dr. Sherry Whiteman
Coordinator, Master of Science in Healthcare Administration
Health Sciences Building 151C
417-659-4423 • whiteman-s@mssu.edu

Medical Laboratory Science

Faculty: Donelson - Chair, Garoutte & Moore
Reynolds Hall 210 • 417-625-9376

The Bachelor of Science degree with a Major in Medical Laboratory Science is sometimes referred to as three-plus-one, meaning that the student takes a three-year pre-clinical program at MSSU, followed by one year (32 credits) of clinical work at an accredited hospital school. The pre-clinical studies include the General Education Curriculum and science and other support courses required for all Bachelor of Science degree programs. The Medical Laboratory Science program advisers are in the Department of Chemical and Physical Sciences. The completion of a Bachelor’s degree is required before an individual is eligible to take the certifying examination.

Missouri Southern has affiliation agreements with the following clinical schools:

Mercy Hospital - Joplin School of Medical Laboratory Science
Cox Health School of Medical Technology, Springfield, MO
Baptist Health School of Medical Technology, Little Rock, Arkansas
North Kansas City Hospital School of Clinical Laboratory Science
Saint Luke’s Hospital, Kansas City, MO

If a student wishes to attend an accredited school of medical laboratory science with which the University has no formal agreement, the Provost/Vice President for Academic Affairs can negotiate an agreement for the individual student.

Students should be aware that enrollment in professional schools is limited. Each of the professional schools has its own admission criteria and selects those students to be admitted to a class from the applicants for that class. In general, this selection is based on the academic record and demonstrated aptitude for the medical field. Students are responsible for filing their own application for admission with the professional schools. Application should be made to the professional school during the early fall of the junior year or approximately 10 months prior to the expected entrance date. It is strongly suggested that the student contact the Director of the program at the desired hospital early in their sophomore year to determine the exact application procedure.

A student may enroll in the professional courses either at the hospital-based school or through Missouri Southern, depending on the policies of the hospital-based school. Students enrolled at the hospital-based school are not considered members of the Missouri Southern student body, since the hospital-based school in such cases is considered as any other accredited institution of higher education. A student enrolling through Missouri Southern is considered a member of the University student body and is therefore eligible for benefits offered all students. The weekly time requirements for the professional medical technology courses (400 level) listed are based on the minimum requirements for a course meeting for a normal academic term for a minimum of 16 weeks. Actual scheduling of classes may vary according to custom of the individual professional school to meet these minimum total hour requirements.

Students in this major whose career goals change or are unsuccessful in gaining admission to a professional training program are ideally suited to complete another science major with virtually no loss of academic credits.

For additional information contact:
Dr. Michael Garoutte
Reynolds Hall 311
417-625-9579 • garoutte-m@mssu.edu

Dr. Aaron Moore
Reynolds Hall 209
417-625-9567 • moore-a@mssu.edu

Or check out mssu.edu/academics/programs/medical-technology

Pre-Professional

Mission

This curriculum allows Missouri Southern students to complete admission requirements for professional schools that accept applicants who have completed approximately 60 hours. Students should incorporate professional school requirements into their schedule and work closely with an advisor at Missouri Southern. Also, students who are completing certification requirements for paramedic programs may transfer among Missouri public four-year colleges and universities.

For additional information contact:

Dr. Marsi Archer
Hearnes Hall 306
417.625.9385
archer-m@mssu.edu

Radiologic Technology

Faculty: Matejcek - Program Director, Turley
Health Sciences Building 325 • 417-625-9848

Mission

Consistent with the philosophy of MSSU, the mission of the Radiologic Technology program is to provide high quality entry-level radiographers for the service area of the university. Attention is focused on the needs of each student for local and international service.

Statement of Accreditation

The MSSU Radiologic Technology Program is accredited through the Joint Review Committee on Education in Radiologic Technology

Mailing address: 20 N. Wacker Dr. Suite 2850, Chicago, IL, 60606-3182; Phone: (312) 704-5300; Email: mail@jrcert.org.

The Associate of Science Degree in Radiologic Technology

The Associate of Science Degree in Radiologic Technology combines General Education Requirements courses, a supportive course in the behavioral sciences, natural sciences, and special courses in the field of radiology, including extensive clinical laboratory experiences. The clinical laboratory experiences are provided through agreements between Missouri Southern and other accredited facilities and may include weekends and evening rotations. The student successfully completing the curriculum is eligible to write the National ARRT Certification Examination to become a Registered Technologist.

Completion of the degree requires the completion of General Education Requirements for the Associate of Science Degree, all Radiology courses, BIO 0221 and BIO 0240 . Students must complete the prerequisites of Anatomy and Physiology I & II (BIO 0121 , BIO 0221 ), Medical Terminology (HS 0111 ), English Composition I (ENG 0101 ) and Intermediate Algebra (MATH 0030 ) before entering the program. Transfer students should check course equivalencies prior to enrolling in courses at other institutions.

Special procedures are required for admittance into this program in addition to those required for admission to Missouri Southern State University. This includes a 2.5 GPA in all prerequisites and other classes required for the course of study taken prior to admission. A limited number of students are allowed into the program each year. A special Radiology application with supporting materials must be submitted to the Radiology Program Director by the predetermined application deadline of the year the student wishes to enter the program. This deadline can be found on the Radiology Program Application posted to our webpage. Accepted students begin the program at the beginning of the following summer semester.

Students seeking admission to the program should possess superior academic and critical thinking skills particularly in the biological and physical science areas. They should possess the ability to problem-solve, communicate effectively and have strong interpersonal skills. In addition, they must possess strong academic skills in the sciences, with a good background in anatomy and physiology and the physical sciences. Basic courses in physical science and/or chemistry will help prepare students for successful completion of the program. They must have the physical abilities to hear, see, lift and remain on their feet for long periods of time in order to provide safe patient care in clinical rotations. They should have the ability to lift a minimum of 50 pounds on a frequent basis. Students who have further questions regarding the above abilities and skills should contact the Radiologic Technology Program at MSSU. .

Costs incurred during the program include, but are not limited to: laboratory equipment fees and maintenance, insurance, and supplies. These costs are subject to change. Often these charges, as well as tuition, are covered by financial aid for those students who qualify.

A Bachelor of Science in Health Science with an emphasis in radiologic technology option is also available to those wishing to seek a more advanced degree beyond the A.S. option. For more information, please see the health science degree option in this catalog.

For additional information contact:
Kimberly Matejcek, Program Director
417-625-3565 Matejcek-k@mssu.edu

Respiratory Care

Faculty: Taylor - Program Director, Dunaway
Health Sciences Building 325 • 417-625-9848

Mission

The mission of the program is to provide an outstanding educational program offering students an opportunity to develop knowledge, skill and attitudes essential for safe, effective practice within the scope of respiratory care practitioners.

Goals

Program goals are:

To supply the community with respiratory care practitioners.
To prepare program graduates to pass the National Board for Respiratory Care Credentialing Examinations.

A career in the medical field can be a dynamic and rewarding opportunity. The changing nature of the medical profession is creating a demand for multi-skilled health professionals with targeted clinical skills such as the respiratory care practitioner. The Respiratory Care Program is designed to prepare students to be employed in the hospital, clinic, sleep laboratory and alternate care settings such as a durable medical equipment company. Respiratory Care Practitioners perform a variety of clinical, diagnostic and management functions in these settings.
The Respiratory Care Department offers these career tracts:

Associate of Science Degree
Baccalaureate Degree in Health Sciences. See General Education Requirements and course descriptions.

The curriculum offers the following options:

Graduates of the associate degree respiratory care program will be eligible to take the NBRC Certification in Respiratory Care to become a Certified Respiratory Therapist (CRT). Successful completion of the CRT exam will allow the graduate to take the clinical simulation exams to become a Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT).
For those students interested in a bachelor degree, there are two options: a Bachelor of General Studies or a Bachelor’s in Health Sciences, designed for graduates of the Respiratory Care program.

Statement of Accreditation

The program is accredited by the Commission on Accreditation for Respiratory Care (CoARC)

Mailing Address: 264 Precision Blvd., Teleford, TN 37690. Phone: (817) 283-2835; Fax: (817) 354-8519; Email: webmaster@coarc.com

Associate of Science Degree Program in Respiratory Care

The Associate of Science program consists of a core academic component and a major concentration component. The academic section consists of the MSSU Associate of Science degree requirements, including courses in the Humanities and Fine Arts, Life and Physical Science, Social and Behavioral Science, Mathematics, Written and Oral Communication, Health and Wellness and University Experience. The respiratory care major concentration components comprise both the didactic and respiratory care clinical instructional areas. A comprehensive self-assessment exam must be successfully completed as a requirement for graduation.

All graduates must successfully complete the NBRC Therapist Multiple Choice Examination (TMC) at a high cut score to be eligible to sit for the Clinical Simulation Exam (CSE).

Respiratory Care Students must demonstrate numerous competencies representing all three learning domains: the cognitive, psychomotor and affective domains. Students learn, practice and verify these competencies in a number of settings including the classroom, laboratory and clinic. To achieve the required competencies in the classroom setting, respiratory care students must perceive, assimilate and integrate information from a variety of sources. These sources include oral instruction, printed material, audio visual media and live demonstrations. Students must participate in classroom discussion, give oral reports and pass written and/or computer-based examinations of various formats. Completion of these tasks requires cognitive skills, such as reading, writing and problem-solving. To be physically capable of the classroom work, students must, with assistance, be able to: hear, see, speak, sit and touch. Respiratory care laboratories provide students with the opportunity to view demonstrations, evaluate and practice with medical devices and perform simulated clinical procedures. In addition to the cognitive skills required in the classroom, students must demonstrate psychomotor skills in manipulation of patients and equipment, as well as general professional behaviors (affective domain), like team-building and interpersonal communications. To satisfy laboratory and clinic requirements, students must perform all procedures without critical error.

Admission to Missouri Southern/Franklin Technology Center does not automatically grant admission to the respiratory care program. In addition to meeting admission requirements to the University, candidates must apply for admission to the Respiratory Care Program. Applications are accepted during the spring semester for classes starting in the fall semester.

Enrollment is competitive; Applicants must submit the necessary information to the department office by the designated deadline to be considered for acceptance. Evidence of satisfactory completion of the following prerequisites with a ‘C’ or better must be presented: MATH 0030 - Intermediate Algebra or higher, ENG 0101 - College Composition I Writing Intensive, and BIO 0121 - Human Anatomy and Physiology I. Programmatic Recommendation: High school or college course work in Physical Science and Chemistry. Interested individuals are encouraged to contact the Program Director of Respiratory Care for more specific information regarding admissions criteria.

Other costs are incurred by respiratory care students such as: uniforms, books, self-assessment examinations, graduation pins, AARC student membership dues, liability insurance and various expenses for transportation to off campus clinical sites and professional meetings.

Graduate outcomes

Graduates of the program will:

Cognitive - Demonstrate the ability to comprehend, apply and evaluate clinical information relevant to their role as a respiratory care practitioner.
Psychomotor - Demonstrate the technical proficiency in all skills necessary to fulfill the role as a respiratory care practitioner.
Affective - Demonstrate personal behavior consistent with professional and employer expectations for the respiratory care practitioner.

Admission Criteria

(Associate of Science in Respiratory Care)

Application should be made directly to the Respiratory Care Program Office on the Missouri Southern State University campus (special admissions procedures are required for admittance into this program in addition to admission to MSSU).

Continuous enrollment, readmission or admission to Missouri Southern and Franklin Technology Center as a transfer student.
Completion of an approved college-level math, College Composition I and Anatomy & Physiology I courses.
Test of Essential Academic Skills (TEAS) administered through the MSSU Testing Center.
Submit to background check, State of Missouri Caregiver Background Screening and drug screen.

Admission to the program is competitive.

For additional information contact:
Alyssa Taylor, Program Director

Health Sciences Building 321
417-659-4405 • Taylor-a@mssu.edu

Programs

Associate Degree Programs

Major Programs (Undergraduate)

Certificates (Undergraduate)

Graduate Programs

*NEW Healthcare Administration, MS, GR19

Courses

Dental Hygiene

Health Science

Medical Tech

Paramedic

Radiology

RAD 0100 - Basic Concepts in Radiology

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