Respiratory Care Therapy/Therapist

The Respiratory Care Therapy/Therapist certificate program at Community College of Allegheny County is a two- to four-year certificate offered by this public institution in Pittsburgh, PA. The program falls within the health professions and related programs field (CIP 51.0908) and trains students to evaluate, treat, and care for patients with respiratory disorders and conditions.

Community College of Allegheny County also offers related health programs including Radiologic Technology/Science - Radiographer, Nuclear Medical Technology/Technologist, and Occupational Therapist Assistant. Students may also consider technical certificates in Computer Support Specialist and Civil Engineering Technologies/Technicians. Program coursework typically covers pulmonary physiology, mechanical ventilation, diagnostic testing, and patient assessment in clinical settings.