Respiratory Care Therapy/Therapist

The Respiratory Care Therapy/Therapist associate degree program at the University of Akron Main Campus is offered by this public institution in Akron, OH. This two-year credential program prepares students for entry-level practice in respiratory care, covering clinical skills, patient assessment, and therapeutic techniques used in healthcare settings.

Falling within the allied health field (CIP 51.0908), this associate program in respiratory care therapy equips graduates for roles working alongside physicians and nurses in hospitals and other clinical environments. The University of Akron also offers programs in other technical and health-related fields, including an associate degree in Computer Systems Networking and Telecommunications, a certificate in System, Networking, and LAN/WAN Management/Manager, a certificate in Electrical, Electronic, and Communications Engineering Technology/Technician, an associate degree in Manufacturing Engineering Technology/Technician, and a certificate in Chemical Engineering Technology/Technician.