Enrollment into the program occurs only in fall quarter. New students can begin taking support courses listed below in preparation for the fall quarter start. Job opportunities are available in every area of the country. Employment can be found in acute care hospitals, sub-acute and skilled nursing facilities, medical clinics, research, home care, rehabilitation, sales and education. Hospitals encourage their staff practitioners to continually learn and to improve their skills and often pay for continuing education.
Respiratory care is also a career with job mobility and advancement opportunities.
A high school transcript or GED equivalent in the United States. Any of the following required support courses may be taken before entrance into the program to increase the applicant's chances of being accepted and to reduce the academic load during the year. In accordance with health facility affiliation agreements, students enrolled in clinical courses are required to complete a Request for Criminal History form. All information will be kept confidential. Students should be aware that certain convictions may prevent their licensing and employment and that completion of this program does not guarantee certification or licensing.