Respiratory Care Therapy/Therapist

The Respiratory Care Therapy/Therapist certificate program at Saint Louis Community College is a two- to four-year credential offered by this public institution in Bridgeton, MO. Classified under CIP code 51.0908, this program is part of the health professions field and prepares students to assess, treat, and provide care for patients with breathing and cardiopulmonary disorders in a range of clinical environments.

Saint Louis Community College also provides related programs in diverse fields, including Computer Systems Networking and Telecommunications, Funeral Service and Mortuary Science, Baking and Pastry Arts/Baker/Pastry Chef, Manufacturing Engineering Technology/Technician, and Automobile/Automotive Mechanics Technology/Technician. Respiratory therapy graduates are typically required to pass the National Board for Respiratory Care (NBRC) examinations for credentialing and may work in hospitals, emergency departments, pulmonary rehabilitation programs, and home health settings.