Respiratory Care Therapy/Therapist

The Respiratory Care Therapy/Therapist certificate program at Mountain Empire Community College is a two- to four-year certificate offered by this public institution in Big Stone Gap, VA. The program prepares students to evaluate, treat, and care for patients with breathing and cardiopulmonary disorders, and supports preparation for the Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) credential.

Classified under CIP code 51.0908 in the health professions field, this program complements other health-related offerings at Mountain Empire Community College, including Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse and Health Information/Medical Records Technology/Technician. The college also offers technical programs in Welding Technology/Welder, CAD/CADD Drafting and/or Design Technology/Technician, and Electrical, Electronic, and Communications Engineering Technology/Technician for students pursuing other career paths.