Respiratory Therapy

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Respiratory Therapy

Respiratory Therapy at Seward County Community College What is Respiratory Therapy?

Respiratory therapists care for patients with deficiencies and abnormalities of the cardiopulmonary system. Respiratory therapists treat patients ranging from premature infants to the elderly, and are intricate members of emergency response teams. Effective skills such as communication and the ability to work well with others are essential as a practicing respiratory therapist. **Students interested in studying respiratory therapy at SCCC must complete an admissions application for the college and meet with a respiratory therapy advisor.

Degree Options Available

Associate of Applied Science Degree: 74-credit program (2 years) **The two year time frame includes a summer semester practicum course.

Career Opportunities and Accreditation

Respiratory therapy is provided in nearly all health care venues.

Graduates may find employment in a variety of locations including: acute care hospitals, diagnostic laboratories, sleep disorder centers, rehabilitation or long term care facilities, and in-home care.

The SCCC Respiratory Therapy program is accredited through the Committee on Accreditation for Respiratory Care (CoARC).

1248 Harwood Road Bedford, Texas 76021-4244 ph: 817-283-2835 web: www.coarc.com

More Information

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