Degree Advancement in Respiratory Care: Barriers, Perceptions, and Incentives

Content Area- Education

This lecture explores the critical role of degree advancement in promoting both the personal and professional development of respiratory care practitioners. As the healthcare environment becomes increasingly complex, there is a growing need for practitioners to expand their knowledge base, refine their clinical skills, and prepare for leadership and specialized roles within the field. Advancing one’s academic credentials can lead to improved patient outcomes, enhanced interprofessional collaboration, and greater opportunities for career growth and professional recognition.

The presentation will address common perceived barriers to continuing education, including financial limitations, time constraints, work-life balance challenges, and uncertainty about the return on investment. These obstacles will be examined in the context of real-world experiences and current trends in the profession. Additionally, the lecture will emphasize the importance of lifelong learning in maintaining clinical competence, staying current with evolving best practices, and meeting the increasing expectations of employers, accrediting bodies, and patients.

Finally, the speaker will highlight the various incentives and motivators that can support academic progression, such as institutional support, tuition reimbursement programs, and opportunities for advancement as well as the areas where such support may be lacking. This session aims to provide a comprehensive understanding of the value of degree advancement and inspire practitioners to take active steps in shaping their professional future..


Broadcast date: August 21, 2025
Broadcast time:
2pm Eastern
1pm Central
12pm Mountain Daylight
11am Arizona
11am Pacific

After registering for the live webcast, you can access it up to 30 minutes before the broadcast time in your AARC University classroom at the My Programs page by going to:  My Programs

Speaker

Presenter

Trevor Lee, MSRC, RRT