Respiratory Care Therapy/Therapist

The Respiratory Care Therapy/Therapist program at Kankakee Community College is a two- to four-year certificate program offered by this public institution in Kankakee, IL. The program trains students in the assessment, treatment, and care of patients with respiratory disorders, preparing them for roles in hospitals, clinics, and other healthcare settings.

This program falls within the respiratory care therapy field (CIP 51.0908). Kankakee Community College also offers a variety of technical programs, including Industrial Electronics Technology/Technician and Manufacturing Engineering Technology/Technician at both certificate levels, as well as Heating, Air Conditioning, Ventilation and Refrigeration Maintenance Technology/Technician. Students in the Respiratory Care Therapy/Therapist program can expect coursework in pulmonary function, patient care procedures, and clinical practice hours.