Respiratory Care Program
Respiratory care is a wise career choice in the patient care field.
Respiratory therapists play a critical role in patient care. Respiratory therapists focus on the treatment, management, control, evaluation and care of patients who have trouble breathing. They care for patients with chronic respiratory disease, such as asthma or emphysema, as well as patients who suffer from heart attacks, sleep apnea, shock or other problems that may affect breathing.
According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, employment of respiratory therapists is projected to grow 23% from 2020 to 2030, much faster than the average for all occupations. Average salary is $66,000-$78,000 per year.
Prepare to be an advanced-level respiratory care practitioner in just two years.
Trident Technical College’s Respiratory Care program is accredited, and graduates are eligible to take national certificate and registry exams. Trident Tech graduates are highly sought after.
The Respiratory Care program is eligible for no-cost tuition.
Most programs are eligible for SCWINS funding. Click here for more information.