Respiratory Care Therapy/Therapist

Louisiana State University Health Sciences Center-Shreveport, a public institution located in Shreveport, LA, offers an associate's degree in Respiratory Care Therapy/Therapist. This program is classified under CIP code 51.0908 and prepares students to assess, treat, and manage patients with breathing disorders and cardiopulmonary conditions in clinical environments.

The Respiratory Care Therapy program at LSU Health Sciences Center-Shreveport is offered alongside a Physician Associate/Assistant bachelor's degree, reflecting the school's broader focus on health sciences education. Students can expect training in respiratory physiology, mechanical ventilation, diagnostic testing, and patient care across settings such as hospitals, intensive care units, and pulmonary rehabilitation facilities.