Respiratory Care Therapy/Therapist

Respiratory Care Therapy/Therapist is an associate degree program at Radford University, a public institution in Radford, VA. The program provides academic and clinical training in respiratory care, including assessment and treatment of patients with breathing and cardiopulmonary disorders, preparing graduates for credentialing and entry-level practice as respiratory therapists.

This program is part of the allied health diagnostic and treatment professions field (CIP 51.0908). Radford University also offers related programs including Nursing Administration and Health/Health Care Administration/Management at the bachelor's level, Emergency Medical Technology/Technician (EMT Paramedic) at the associate level, Occupational Therapist Assistant at the two- to four-year certificate level, and Physician Associate/Assistant at the bachelor's level, providing students with a range of allied health career options.