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PROGRAMS / COURSE DESCRIPTION
RESPIRATORY THERAPY • RESTAURANT MANAGEMENT
RSPT 241 BASIC PRINCIPLES OF RESPIRATORY
THERAPY
Units: 5.0 - 160 hours laboratory. CSU. (Prerequisite:
Graduation from a one-year, CoARC accredited
program; active CRT/RCP credential; and 1000+ hours
of recent clinical experience.)
A self-paced equivalent of RSPT 231 for students
meeting the advanced placement criteria. Successful
completion requires demonstration of mastery of the
classroom, laboratory, and clinical objectives equivalent
to RSPT 231.
RSPT 242 PATIENT ASSESSMENT AND CLINICAL
APPLICATION OF RESPIRATORY CARE
Units: 5.0 - 160 hours laboratory. CSU. (Prerequisite:
Graduation from a one-year, CoARC accredited
program; active CRT/RCP credential; and 1000+ hours
of recent clinical experience.)
A self-paced equivalent of RSPT 232 for students
meeting the advanced standing criteria. Successful
completion requires demonstration of mastery for the
classroom, laboratory and clinical objectives equivalent
to RSPT 232.
RSPT 243 CLINICAL SIMULATION
Units: 1.0 - 16-18 hours lecture. (Prerequisite:
Satisfactory completion of RSPT 233 with a grade of “C”
or better OR RCP/CRT credentials with “registry
eligibility” as designated by the NBRC/RCB. )
This course will prepare individuals for the NBRC’s
WRRT and Clin Sim examinations. Those already
certified (CRT) and designated registry eligible by
NBRC will be able to review, evaluate, and improve their
clinical assessment and decision-making skills and test
taking skills.
RESTAURANT MANAGEMENT
The Restaurant Management program prepares
students for careers in the foodservice industry.
Restaurants, hotels, clubs, colleges, retirement homes,
hospitals, and industrial food service are but a few of the
areas of employment options. Basic food preparation
and techniques, nutrition, sanitation and safety are
emphasized as the fundamentals for an education
foundation of more specialized and advanced skills.
Creativity, innovation, and team concepts are strongly
encourage. Skills are introduced by emphasizing handson,
practical experience coupled with strong managerial
and accounting subjects.
Proposed casinos, hotels, and national chain
restaurants in the High Desert will increase various
employment opportunities to local graduates.
Restaurant Management is one of the original partners
with the National Restaurant Association Educational
Foundation and offers students the opportunity to
complete the nationally recognized ManageFirst
program. This program is dedicated to the advancement
of professionalism in the restaurant and food
service industry through education and training. It offers
students acknowledgement throughout the United
States.
Career Opportunities
Assistant Manager
Banquet Manager
Catering Manager
Chef
Dietary Assistant
Dining Room Manager
Food and Beverage Director
Foodservice/Restaurant Manager
Kitchen Manager
Purchasing Agent
Faculty
Full Time
Duane Buckles - Emeritus
Degrees and Certificates Awarded
Associate in Science, Restaurant Management
Restaurant Management Certificate
300 2012-2013 Victor Valley College Catalog