Respiratory Care Therapy/Therapist

The Respiratory Care Therapy/Therapist certificate program at Houston Community College is a two-to-four-year credential offered by this public institution in Houston, TX. The program prepares students for entry into the respiratory therapy field, covering clinical skills and knowledge needed to assist patients with breathing disorders and cardiopulmonary conditions.

This program falls within the allied health and medical assisting services field (CIP 51.0908). Students at Houston Community College can also explore related programs including Recording Arts Technology/Technician, Prepress/Desktop Publishing and Digital Imaging Design, Animation and Interactive Technology, and Computer Systems Networking and Telecommunications. The respiratory care program is designed to prepare graduates for credentialing examinations and employment in healthcare settings throughout the Houston region.