William F. Miller, MD Postgraduate Education Recognition Award

William F. Miller, MD Postgraduate Education Recognition Award The American Respiratory Care Foundation awards up to $1,500 to assist qualified respiratory therapists in the pursuit of postgraduate education leading to an advanced degree. This award was established by a contribution from William F. Miller, MD in 1992. The award also consists of a certificate of recognition, coach airfare, one night's lodging, and registration for the AARC Congress 2014. Requirements Completed application form. Must be a respiratory therapist who has at least a Baccalaureate degree with a 3.0 cumulative GPA or better on a 4.0 scale, or the equivalent. If no Baccalaureate degree, then a letter of matriculation from a graduate program and an undergraduate transcript will suffice. Must provide proof of acceptance into an advanced degree program of a fully accredited school and proof applicant is a candidate for a degree. Must present three letters of reference attesting to the candidate's character, academic ability, and professional commitment. Must submit an essay consisting of at least 1,200 words describing how the award will assist the applicant in reaching the objective of an advanced degree and the candidate's ultimate goals of leadership in health care. As long as the minimum criteria are met, repeat awards may be considered by the ARCF Board of Trustees. Applications now being accepted through June 15.
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