Respiratory Care Therapy/Therapist

The Respiratory Care Therapy/Therapist associate degree program at Marshall University is offered by this public institution in Huntington, WV. The program trains students in cardiopulmonary assessment, mechanical ventilation, airway management, and therapeutic interventions for patients with respiratory conditions.

This program is part of the respiratory care therapy field (CIP 51.0908). Marshall University also offers related programs including Radiologic Technology/Science - Radiographer, Athletic Training, Occupational Safety and Health Technology at both associate and bachelor's levels, and Computer and Information Systems Security. Graduates are typically eligible to sit for the Therapist Multiple-Choice (TMC) examination administered by the National Board for Respiratory Care and can pursue employment in hospitals, pulmonary rehabilitation, and critical care settings.