Respiratory Care Therapy/Therapist

Respiratory Care Therapy/Therapist is an associate degree program at Pueblo Community College, a public institution in Pueblo, CO. The program trains students in respiratory assessment, mechanical ventilation, cardiopulmonary diagnostics, and patient care across clinical settings including hospitals and long-term care facilities.

This program is part of the allied health field under CIP code 51.0908, which focuses on respiratory therapy education. Pueblo Community College also offers related programs in health and technical trades, including Cosmetology certificates, Industrial Mechanics and Maintenance Technology, and Machine Shop Technology. The associate degree format combines general education coursework with hands-on clinical preparation for respiratory therapist licensure.