Respiratory Care Therapy/Therapist

Respiratory Care Therapy/Therapist is a two-to-four-year certificate program at Ohlone College, a public institution in Fremont, CA. This program prepares students to evaluate, treat, and manage patients with cardiopulmonary disorders. Coursework covers respiratory anatomy and physiology, mechanical ventilation, patient assessment, and therapeutic techniques used in hospital and clinical settings. Graduates are eligible for the National Board for Respiratory Care (NBRC) credentialing examinations.

The program falls within the respiratory care therapy field (CIP 51.0908). Ohlone College offers a variety of related programs including Computer Support Specialist, Biomedical Technology/Technician, Computer Systems Networking and Telecommunications, Animation Interactive Technology Video Graphics and Special Effects, and Physical Therapy Assistant. Students can expect rigorous didactic instruction combined with clinical practicum hours in healthcare facilities, providing preparation for entry-level respiratory therapist roles.