- Gain hands-on experience learning in both lab and clinical settings, featuring real-life scenarios where you’ll learn everything from treating acute respiratory illnesses to maintaining complex, life-sustaining equipment.
- Learn from experienced respiratory therapists, gaining a thorough understanding of essential skills while being challenged in both individual and team-based scenarios.
- Complete 740 hours of clinical time getting first-hand experience with patients
in hospital, home, long term care and pulmonary clinic settings. - Build your network through student clubs like Health Occupations Students of America (HOSA), making professional connections at state-and national-level conventions and competitions.
- Get credentialed. Upon completion of the program, you’ll be fully prepared to take your national board exams, entering a field with competitive salaries, ready to provide top-level care to those in need.
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Respiratory Therapy Career Pathway
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