Florida Society for Respiratory Care

Mission Statement: Empower Respiratory Therapists Through Education,
Advocacy, and Advancement of the Profession.

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The Florida Society for Respiratory Care (FSRC) will continue to be the leading professional association for Respiratory Care in Florida. The FSRC will encourage and promote professional excellence, advance the science and practice of Respiratory Care, and serves as an advocate for patients, their families, the public, the profession, and the Respiratory Therapist.

NOTICE: DUES INCREASE BEGINNING 7/1/24

First, we would like to take the opportunity to thank you for your support of and membership in the Florida Society for Respiratory Care. Our members are the lifeblood of our organization, and your involvement is invaluable and greatly appreciated. 

We would like to share with you an essential update regarding our membership dues. As of July 1, 2024*, our membership dues will increase to the following amounts. This decision has not been taken lightly but is a necessary step to ensure the FSRC is able to deliver even more high-quality educational events, continue to advocate for our profession at the state and federal levels, and remain a strong organization committed to our members and respiratory therapists in the state of Florida and beyond.

  • AARC/FSRC Combo Membership –– $125.00 
  • AARC/FSRC Combo Membership: 2 Year –– $240.00
  • Active Member (FSRC add-on to current, active AARC membership) –– $50.00
  • Active Member (FSRC add-on to current, active AARC membership): 2 Year –– $90.00
  • Associate Member –– $75.00
  • Associate Member: 2 Year –– $140.00 

For more detailed information on our different membership types and offerings, visit fsrc.org/membership.  

We thank you once again for your support and hope you will remain part of our community for years to come. 

Best regards, 

Florida Society for Respiratory Care

*Please note: Any invoices generated through June 30, 2024 will be honored at their original rate.

 CONGRATULATIONS to the 2024 Florida CoARC Award Winners!

CoARC Distinguished RRT Credentialing Success Award:Broward College
Florida Southwestern State College
Hillsborough Community College
Polk State College
Santa Fe College
St. Johns River State College

 

The Distinguished RRT Credentialing Success Award – programs were required to: 1) have three or more years of outcomes data; 2) hold accreditation without a progress report; 3) document RRT credentialing success of 90% or above; and 4) meet or exceed established CoARC thresholds for TMC high cut score and retention.

 

CoARC President's Award for Excellence:

Indian River State College

 

The President's Award for Excellence in Credentialing Success –
programs were required to: 1) have three or more years of outcomes data; 2) hold accreditation without a progress report; 3) document RRT credentialing success of 100%; and 4) meet or exceed established CoARC thresholds for TMC high cut score and retention.

 

Hillsborough Community College

Gina Ricard, MS, RRT, RRT-NPS, RRT-ACCS, Program Director

Polk State College

Jordan Emro, BAS, RRT – Program Director

Shana Kent-Smith, Ed.D, RRT – Associate Dean of Academic Affairs, past-Program Director
2024 River City Symposium Registration is now open
Click Here to Register & More Information

We at FSRC want to celebrate, lift up, and appreciate the respiratory therapists and students who do amazing work in our field each and every day! Do you know someone who you think should be recognized? Click on the link below to nominate a respiratory therapist or student to receive a shoutout on the FSRC website for their contributions to respiratory care.

CLICK HERE to recognize fellow RTs and students for a job well done!

 

 

 

In Loving Memory
of Dr. Thomas Berlin
October 21, 1958 – March 5, 2024
 

It is with heavy hearts that FSRC shares the passing of Dr. Tom Berlin, a champion of Respiratory Care both locally and nationally as well as long-time FSRC member, leader, colleague, and friend.

We extend our deepest sympathy to Dr. Berlin's family and friends during this time, and we miss him greatly.

 

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FSRC Position Statement on the Baccalaureate in Respiratory Care

The respiratory care profession in the state of Florida has experienced growth in scope of practice, complexity of clinical skills, and diversity of care sites. In concert with this growth, the need for critical thinking and non-technical skills has also grown. Respiratory therapists not only need to possess and display a high degree of technical competence, they also must demonstrate skill in communication, deductive reasoning, management, health policy and education. Advancing the degree of the respiratory therapist to a baccalaureate degree provides a foundation for these skills while also facilitating career opportunities that might otherwise not exist.  Therefore the FSRC encourages all practitioners in Florida to complete their baccalaureate degrees.