Respiratory Therapy Advanced Diploma Program
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What is respiratory therapy?
Breathing - it's one of those things we take for granted. Rising levels of pollution, combined with an aging population, are making breathing difficulties more common. Respiratory Therapists are crucial members of the health care team who monitor and treat patients' cardiopulmonary needs.
What does a Respiratory Therapist do?
Do you like variety? Respiratory Therapists (RT) provide a variety of care for adults, children and newborns. As an RT you would expect to:
- Be an integral part of the cardiac arrest team
- Be leaders in the use of mechanical ventilators and other life support equipment
- Use medications, therapies and tests to assist in the prevention, diagnosis and treatment of heart and lung disease
Respiratory Therapists must have good communication skills and be sensitive to patients' physical and psychological needs. They must have critical thinking skills and problem solving skills and be able to function well as an interprofessional team member, as well as an autonomous clinician. They must be able to work under pressure with critically ill patients, as well as be patient and compassionate with patients suffering from chronic illness or receiving end-of-life care.
As with many health care fields, the aging population will increase the demand for Respiratory Therapists. Elderly patients suffer most from respiratory ailments and cardiopulmonary diseases such as pneumonia, chronic bronchitis, emphysema, and heart disease. In addition, advances in treating victims of heart attacks, accident victims, and premature infants (many of whom are dependent on a ventilator during part of their treatment) will increase the demand for the services of Respiratory Therapists.
Respiratory therapy is a regulated health profession. To work as a Respiratory Therapist in Ontario, you must be registered with the College of Respiratory Therapists of Ontario (CRTO). The Michener Respiratory Therapy diploma program is approved by the CRTO through the Council on Accreditation of Respiratory Therapy Education accreditation program and graduates are eligible to write the national examinations.With success on the national examinations, a Respiratory Therapist is eligible to work across Canada.
Why become a Respiratory Therapist?
Job satisfaction. Whether helping a newborn baby to draw their first breath or helping an elderly patient with chronic lung disease, Respiratory Therapists make a real difference in patients' lives.
Variety. Respiratory Therapists provide care in many different situations and environments, from therapy for patients at home with emphysema or terminal disease requiring end-of-life care, to emergency care for victims of a heart attack, stroke, drowning, or trauma.
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Career Opportunities
There is a lot of diversity in the field of Respiratory Therapy. Many RT's work in hospitals in the Intensive Care Unit, Delivery Room, Operating Room, Emergency Department and/or Pulmonary Function Lab. RT's may also bring their skills into the community where they work in home care, complex continuing care or rehabilitation facilities. Career opportunities are also growing in business environments, research and education. Further study is available in such areas as:
Degree completion option
With your Diploma in Respiratory Therapy from Michener, you can complete a University Degree. Please see below for some degree-completion options:
- Bachelor of Health Science (Respiratory Therapy), Dalhousie University
- Bachelor of Health Science, Thompson Rivers University
- Bachelor of Health Administration, Athabasca University
- Bachelor of Health Administration, Ryerson University
- Bachelor of Education in Adult Education, Brock University
- Master of Applied Science (Respiratory Science), Charles Sturt University
How long does it take?
The Respiratory Therapy Program is a full time, entry to practice diploma program which is completed over seven semesters spanning 3 years. There is one student intake each year, in September. The diploma fills all of the requirements for an Advanced Diploma in Health Sciences (Respiratory Therapy).
Program length may differ for International Students. Please see the International Students page for more information.
Start Date
September 2013
Admission Requirements **
High School Applicants *
- Ontario Secondary School Diploma.
- Four grade 12 University (U) level courses:
- Grade 12 English (U)
- Grade 12 Mathematics (U)
- Grade 12 Biology (U)
- Grade 12 Chemistry (U)
- Grade 11 or Grade Twelve Physics University (U)
- One University (U) or University/Mixed (U/M) level courses.
- Overall average of 75% in all the six courses used to meet the admission requirements.
- No grade lower than 70% in the six prerequisites.
*Note: If using the old curriculum to determine admission requirements U level courses can be substituted if necessary.
** Note: College level programs/courses do not meet prerequisite requirements.
Applicants With Previous Post Secondary Studies
University-level courses may be used to satisfy subject prerequisites. Applicants with post-secondary education must provide official transcripts for all post-secondary institutions attended. The academic minimums on the post-secondary record are a 65% in each subject prerequisite and a CGPA of 70% (B-).
Applicants for whom English is a second language must provide proof of an English language assessment. Deadline for submission is February 1st.
Each program offered by Michener has a fixed size, reflecting labour market demand and clinical education spaces, therefore enrollment in programs is limited, and admission can be very competitive.
Internationally Educated Applicant
If you are an internationally educated applicant living in Canada as a landed immigrant or permanent resident, please be aware that you must have a full Course by Course evaluation of your transcripts. OCAS will perform this service upon your request. Documents must be evaluated to Canadian standards. In order to have your International Education included in our initial admissions assessment we must receive all your documents by February 1, 2013
Tuition
The fee policy for Canadian students can found on the Canadian Tuition Fees web page.
The fee policy for International Students can found on the International Student tuition fees web page.
Tuition fees are based on the entire duration of the program of study. For your convenience, these fees have been broken down into three equal payments that can be made annually. Also, each annual fee can be split into two payments which will be due in the summer and late fall of each academic year.
How do I apply?
Step 1: To apply to the Michener Respiratory Therapy Diploma Program, please complete the following.:
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Step 2: Candidates must ALSO supply the following to The Michener Institute
- All applicants for whom English is a second language must provide proof of an English language assessment.
Step 3:
- All applicants will be mailed a Supplementary Application with an invitation to review, and sign off on important program specific material. This signed Supplementary Application must then be returned to Michener's Admissions Office along with the applicable fee.
Step 4:
- Top ranked applicants to the Respiratory Therapy program will be invited to attend the Multiple Mini Interview (MMI), the final phase of our admissions process.
Application Process for International Applicants
All International students (on a study permit/work permit in Canada, or residing overseas) have a separate application process. Please apply directly to The Michener Institute. For more information please refer to the International Admissions page.
Offers Of Admission
Offers of admission will be made to students based on a combination of information received from application step 1 through 4. Any information received late, or not at all, will affect our ability to evaluate your academic and work related credentials and will severely impact on Michener being able to make an offer of admission. After the MMI is completed, offers of admission will be made. Offers of Admission will be mailed during the first week of May, 2013.
For more information on the application process please visit Michener's Admissions page.
International students have a separate application process. Please see the International Students page for more information.
Application Deadline
February 1, 2013
For more information on the application process please visit Michener's Admissions page.
What will I learn?
When you enroll in the Respiratory Therapy program you will study a variety of subjects, including cardiopulmonary diagnostics and rehabilitation, the physics and dynamics of breathing, pharmacological therapies, adult, pediatric and neonatal critical care.
Check back regularly for course updates and links.
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YEAR 2: Semester 3 - Fall |
Semester 4 - Winter |
Semester 5 - Summer |
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YEAR 3: Semester 6 - Fall |
Semester 7 - Winter |
Clinical Sites
Applicants, when confirming acceptance into their program, agree to attend any placement site that is assigned to them. Depending on the program, these placements may be anywhere in Ontario and for some programs, may be across Canada. The following list captures our 2010/2011 clinical partners. Please note, this list is subject to change and may not be available at the time you are provided with a clinical placement:
- Hamilton Health Sciences, Hamilton
- Hospital for Sick Children, Toronto
- Medigas, Toronto
- Mount Sinai Hospital, Toronto
- North York General Hospital, Toronto
- Professional Respiratory Home Care Services, Mississauga
- St. Joseph's Health Centre, Toronto
- St. Joseph's Healthcare, Hamilton
- St. Michael's Hospital, Toronto
- Sunnybrook Health Sciences Centre, Toronto
- The Scarborough Hospital, General & Grace Campuses, Scarborough
- Toronto East General Hospital, Toronto
- Trillium Health Centre, Mississauga Site, Mississauga
- University Health Network, Toronto
- West Park Healthcare Centre, Toronto
- William Osler Health System, Brampton and Etobicoke Campuses
- Women's College Hospital, Toronto
Accreditation
The Respiratory Therapy program is a CoARTE accredited program.
The goal of accreditation is to ensure that programs enable their students to acquire the knowledge, skills and attitudes to function as competent health practitioners for the benefit of all Canadians. Accreditation, an external validation of program quality, is the public recognition that an educational program has met national standards.
Graduating from an accredited program means that:
- your education has met national standards
- your program has patient care and student welfare at the forefront
- your education is relevant to current healthcare practice
- you have access to professional registration
- you have attained the competencies required for entry to practice
- your education is recognized by employers and the public
- you have greater mobility as a health science practitioner
Respiratory Therapy Scholarships
- A.W. Conn Respiratory Therapy Scholarship
- The Bronwen Roberts Memorial Award
- ProResp Respiratory Therapy Graduating Student Scholarship of Excellence
- Covidien Health Care Scholarship
- Dr. Winston Isaac Scholarship
- Ontario Home Respiratory Services Association Respiratory Therapy Graduating Student Scholarship of Excellence
- General Scholarships and Bursaries
Testimonials
"The Michener Institute provided me with an incredible opportunity to learn my chosen health care profession in an environment geared towards my success. Being surrounded by other future allied health professionals created a unique situation that better prepared me for my future in health care. The cutting edge programs, access to wonderful clinical settings and supportive staff helped me grow and develop as a respiratory therapist and start my career off in the right direction."
Leigh Guertin , Respiratory Therapy Graduate
"Michener provides great learning experiences and opportunities for personal and professional growth. Not only do you learn the core competencies for your program, but you have the opportunity to attend seminars and learn about professional practice, teamwork and the skills that prepare you to enter healthcare institutions."
Crystal Matzos, Respiratory Therapy Graduate
Interesting Links
- College of Respiratory Therapists of Ontario (CRTO)
- Canadian Society of Respiratory Therapists
- Respiratory Therapy Society of Ontario (RTSO)
- Ontario Respiratory Care Society (ORCS)
- Canadian Institute for Health Information: Respiratory Therapist
- American Association for Respiratory Care
