PATHWAY CONNECTION

Throughout the implementation of this Pathways initiative, prospective employer partners were continually engaged. As a result, several clinical affiliation agreements were established including new agreements created with Atlantic Health Systems and Care One. As part of the Employer Engagement initiative, Respiratory Assistant positions were also created to develop a direct pathway for future employment opportunities. Employer engagement will continue after the completion of this initiative to ensure that programs are established with employer needs and pathway opportunities at the forefront.

A model agreement was created to allow any institution of higher education the ability to customize for future use. Additionally, the Pathways team has developed materials that explain the benefits of industry partnership and the viability of the Respiratory Care programs in the preparation of students for employment to aid in the process of employer engagement.