The respiratory care program prepares graduates to be competent in delivery of therapeutic procedures in acute care settings, in performing diagnostic procedures, and in performing rehabilitation therapeutic procedures. The respiratory care program also prepares graduates to assist physicians in the diagnosis of Cardiopulmonary disorders, to providing emergency cardiopulmonary care in the emergency room, and to implement therapist driven protocols in the practice of respiratory care. Areas for employment of Respiratory Care professionals include acute care hospitals, sub-acute care hospitals, rehabilitation hospitals, hyperbaric medicine, home care facilities, and physician offices. The general education core will transfer to a variety of colleges and universities. Contact a counselor, or faculty member at any of the colleges for specific information and to obtain the recommended sequencing of courses.
Completion is in the fall semester of the second year.
Score a 15 on the local math test. Minimum age of 18 for completion of the respiratory care therapist program. Students are ranked and selected on the following criteria by the admissions committee. Date of application. A physical examination report, with laboratory tests and immunization records signed by a licensed physician within three weeks of the first class day.