Respiratory Care Therapy/Therapist

The Respiratory Care Therapy/Therapist program at Berkshire Community College is a two-to-four-year certificate offered at this public institution in Pittsfield, MA. The program is part of the respiratory care therapy field (CIP 51.0908) and prepares students to work as respiratory therapists in hospitals, clinics, and other healthcare settings, providing care to patients with breathing and cardiopulmonary disorders.

Students develop skills in patient assessment, mechanical ventilation, airway management, and cardiopulmonary diagnostics. Berkshire Community College also offers other allied health programs that students may find complementary, including Physical Therapy Assistant and Registered Nursing, as well as Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse Training, providing a focused cluster of healthcare credential options.