Credential(s) Offered
Associate's degree, Employment, Measurable Skill Gain Leading to a Credential, Measurable Skill Gain Leading to Employment
Method of Delivery
In Person
When offered
Daytime Hours
Instructional Program (CIP)
Description
Respiratory Therapy Technicians
Respiratory Therapists (RT’s) also known as Respiratory Care Practitioners (RCP’s) evaluate, treat, and care for patients with breathing problems (asthma, emphysema, etc.) or other cardiopulmonary disorders (cardiac or respiratory arrest, trauma from an accident, stroke, or heart attack). Successful completion of the program will enable you to take a series of national board exams to become a Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT).
The Respiratory Care Program is a blend of classroom, lab, and online classes. Students start as a class during the fall semester and graduate together 20 months later. Upon completion of your associate degree, you are eligible to take board exams and begin work.
Many respiratory therapists go on to higher degrees such as a bachelor's or a master's degree. The program of study includes the areas of human anatomy and physiology, pathophysiology, chemistry, physics, microbiology, pharmacology, and mathematics. Other courses deal with therapeutic and diagnostic procedures and tests, equipment, patient assessment, CPR, mechanical ventilation, critical care, and the application of Clinical Practice Guidelines.
Details
Hours
77
Entrance Requirements
High School Diploma or Equivalent
School
WIOA Approved Program
Yes
Training Location(s)
Hot Springs
Local WIB
5030 - West Central
Name of Credential
Associate of Applied Science in Respiratory Care
Type of financial aid offered or have access to
Pell
Refund Policy
Is the proposed curriculum currently certified by an accrediting agency or similar national standardization program?
No
Is this proposed curriculum considered a nontraditional program of training services for women?
No
Is this proposed curriculum considered a nontraditional program of training services for men?
No
Cost Items
Books (Estimated)
$2,500.00
In-State Tuition
$10,000.00
Other Fees
$5,005.00
Total In-State Program Cost
$17,505.00
