The Respiratory Care Program at Newman leads to an associate of science in health science degree which may be earned in two and a half years of full-time study. After a year of prerequisite courses, selected students enter the professional phase of the program in the fall and graduate in December of the following year. Selection for admission is competitive and limited to a class of twenty. Newman’s urban setting allows for affiliation with large medical centers and smaller community hospitals, offering a wide variety of experiences. Clinical instructors include respiratory therapists and physicians who have real-world experience and knowledge of the latest advancements in pulmonary-related technology. Newman graduates enjoy 100% job placement. Graduates are eligible to sit for the registry examinations offered by the National Board for Respiratory Care (NBRC), leading to the Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) credential. Requirements for licensure in the state of Kansas are partially met by successful completion of the entry-level NBRC examination. The Newman University Respiratory Care Program is accredited by the Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs (CAAHEP) upon recommendation of the Committee on Accreditation for Respiratory Care (CoARC). Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs · 1361 Park Street, Clearwater, FL 33756 · 727-210-2350. Committee on Accreditation for Respiratory Care · 1248 Harwood Road, Bedford, TX 76021-4244 · 817-283-2835. Fact Sheet