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Welcome to the FSRC Website!

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FSRC Board Election Results

2012-2013 FSRC Board Elections Concluded; click here to view results
 
CONGRATULATIONS FLORIDA!
WINNER OF AARC 2011 SUMMIT AWARD!
Achievements
EDUCATION: Awarded 18,240 CRCEs throughout the State via live chapter blitzes, regional seminars, an annual State meeting, and web-based self study courses.
 
MEMBERSHIP: Increased 20% year over year
 
LEGISLATIVE: Active Legislative Committee, paid State Lobbyist, AARC PACT participation, and full 435 plan representation to 25 congressional areas
 
PROMOTING AWARENESS: Participated in 8 asthma health fairs, nursing and teacher association presentations, COPD Awareness and Lung Health Day activities. Sponsored a 10K run, provided 78 support group hours and 68 community outreach hours. Initiated school programs, participated in state speaking engagements, sponsored and staffed lung screenings at the state capitol in Tallahassee, requested and received a Gubernatorial RC week proclamation
 
MEMBERS BENEFITS: Student scholarship and endowment, new member pin, board orientation, member discounts for educational events. Representation at State of Florida Board of Respiratory Care meetings: legislative watch dog. Communication, support and resources provided via FSRC website, Facebook page, newsletter, toll free phone, e-mail, and FSRC Executive Office managed and staffed by full time Executive Director.
 
COLLABORATION: COPD Coalition, American Lung Association, Alpha-1 Foundation, Asthma Camps, Nursing and Pharmacy Groups, Thrust Counselor and Teacher Associations, and HOSEA (medical health program in high schools)
 
Thanks Florida, and to all of the hospitals, RT educational programs, vendor sponsors and individual respiratory care practitioners and volunteers: without your active support, receipt of this award would not have been possible. Thank you!!!
 

Happenings in Respiratory Therapy

Florida Board of Respiratory Care Board Meeting
   
  • July 13, 2012 Tampa, FL

FSRC Upcoming Board Meeting(s)
   
  • August 8, 2012 Weston, FL

    FSRC Statement: Important Notice for Initial Licensure Applicants and Renewals: SB1986
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    BORC Position: NBRC Continuing Competency Program
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    CE Broker: Origin, Function and FAQ's
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    CE Broker FSRC Member Discount
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    AARC / FSRC Membership at a Discount
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    View Archived Items

    Proposed State Budget Cuts May Impact Respiratory Jobs

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