Estimated Expenses
Tuition Rates (Credit) Fall 2010
Cost of items such as lab coats, stethoscope, watch, scissors, etc., will depend on individual student selection and need.
Missouri residents may complete the science, math, English and other degree requirements at a college of their convenience. However, if you choose to take these courses at JCCC, out-of-state tuition will be assessed. Careful counseling must be considered to ensure that comparable and transferable courses are taken. Missouri residents will need to formally apply to JCCC and Penn Valley Community College for their Respiratory Care courses. There exists an agreement between these two colleges which allows most Missouri residents to pay in-state tuition at the Metro Community College rate (for their Respiratory Care courses only), thus avoiding out-of-state tuition to JCCC. These students do, however, pay a liability insurance fee to JCCC.
In addition, all students will need to consider the following potential expenses:
Clinic Accessories:
Lab coat (at least two)
$30.00 each
Stethoscope
$30.00
Wristwatch with second hand
$30.00
Pocket calculator
$10.00
Bandage scissors
$5.00
Program arm patch
$3.00
Protective eyewear
$7.00 each
Books/standardized examinations: $400-$500 for respiratory care courses
Non-refundable liability insurance fee: $15 for the clinic activities
American Association for Respiratory Care (AARC) student membership: $50 per year (optional but strongly encouraged)
State of Kansas and/or Missouri student registration: $25-$50 (necessary for employment gained while in the program)
Other expense considerations that are the student's responsibility:
Students anticipating difficulty in financing their education should contact the Financial Aid Office of the attending college (JCCC or PVCC).