Respiratory Care Therapy/Therapist

The Respiratory Care Therapy/Therapist certificate at Ivy Tech Community College is a two- to four-year credential offered by this public institution in Indianapolis, Indiana. Part of the respiratory care therapy field (CIP 51.0908), the program covers cardiopulmonary anatomy, therapeutic procedures, mechanical ventilation, and patient assessment, preparing students to work as respiratory therapists in hospitals, clinics, and long-term care facilities.

Ivy Tech offers a diverse range of programs alongside this healthcare credential in Indianapolis. Students in health-related fields may also consider the Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse Training or Funeral Service and Mortuary Science programs available at the same campus. Technology-focused students can explore Cloud Computing, Network and System Administration/Administrator, and Computer Systems Networking and Telecommunications, and the Ironworking/Ironworker certificate is available for those interested in construction trades.