Respiratory Care Therapy/Therapist

South Dakota State University, a public institution in Brookings, SD, offers a Respiratory Care Therapy/Therapist program at the associate degree level. The program covers cardiopulmonary anatomy and physiology, mechanical ventilation, airway management, and clinical practice within the respiratory care field, preparing students for professional licensure.

Classified under CIP code 51.0908, this associate-level program leads to eligibility for the Registered Respiratory Therapist credential. South Dakota State University also offers related programs including Aeronautics/Aviation/Aerospace Science and Technology, Flight Instructor, Electrical/Electronic and Communications Engineering Technology, Engineering/Industrial Management, and Construction Engineering Technology, giving students access to a wide range of technical and health science programs on campus.