LMRT to RT Bridge program.

segray · Joined: 14 Mar 2009 Posts: 16

Part of what is missing are not only RT courses but also the basic college curriculum required to apply to RT AAS programs. (history, English, algebra, humanities, etc). Aren't the LVNs that do bridge programs usually from a an accredited college LVN program?

You can argue that a person with on the job training can be just as skilled in many fields- it doesn't change the reality. Part of the reason many employers prefer applicants that have completed a degree is it reflects one's ability to follow through with challenging, long term commitments.

hjhogle · Posted: Sat Mar 21, 2009 1:35 pm Post subject:

Good response Smile

Of course, the profession itself will be requiring applicants to have an associate degree at the very least as of 2015. Long overdue, in my opinion.

hjh, RT

hti143 · Joined: 09 Feb 2009 Posts: 6 Location: N. Carolina

I finally found a school that has a bridge program, Pima Medical Institute, they accepted my GE credits and also clinical experience towards my AS degree for RT. I graduate November 2011. finally I can work at the ER which is where i've always wanted to work.

To anyone that has ER experience, what advice do you have for someone who has urgent care experience? I am used to 12 hour night shifts and working holidays. What are the biggest changes in the hospital setting?
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