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Career in Respiratory Therapy

What are Careers in Respiratory Therapy?
Respiratory therapists deal with a wide range of patients who have problems with breathing. A career in respiratory therapy involves speaking with patients, performing tests, and administering respiratory medications and physiotherapy. Respiratory therapists work in close conjunction with physicians, nurses, and respiratory technicians. Many of the daily duties of the respiratory therapist and the respiratory technician overlap. However those with career paths in respiratory therapy have more responsibility and find themselves in situations where they will be required to make independent decisions.

Where would you Work if you choose a Career in Respiratory Therapy?
Most careers in respiratory therapy are still centered in hospitals. With the move to more preventative medicine and home-based treatment, this is changing. While respiratory technicians work primarily in regular hospital wards, respiratory therapists may find themselves in critical care area such as intensive care, cardiology, neonatal, and emergency.

What is a Career in Respiratory Therapy Like?
The work of a respiratory therapist can be quite challenging physically and emotionally. You will spend long hours on your feet, moving patients and machines about. Practicing physiotherapy on patients in itself requires a great deal of physical strength. The hours involved in a career in respiratory therapy will typically require working shifts, evenings, weekends, holidays and occasionally to be on call. The work environment is among the best, surrounded by modern medical equipment and personnel.

If you choose a career in respiratory therapy, finding work should not be a problem as many hospitals report it difficult to find trained personnel. By searching the web or contacting local educators you will find many ways to pursue a career in respiratory.

The Following Schools Provide Educational Programs For Respiratory Therapy Careers:
  Independence University

Advance your healthcare career 24/7 at Independence University. Our online programs in Allied Health, Respiratory Therapy, Health Services, and Nursing are specially designed to provide you with the cutting-edge skills you need to thrive in your new career. Earn your certificate, associate, bachelor's or master's degree. Independence University makes it easy for you to succeed.

Locations:
Online
Medical Education Programs:
Respiratory Care, Respiratory Therapy
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  Apollo College

A rewarding career in healthcare begins with a degree from Apollo College. Choose from highly respected programs in Healthcare, Dental Assisting, Massage Therapy, and Veterinary Services. Our faculty of real-world professionals will provide you with the knowledge you need to succeed. Each of our six conveniently located campuses feature state-of-the-art laboratories. Apollo has helped over 45,000 graduates realize their dream of a career in healthcare. Now it's your turn.

Locations:
Mesa, AZ Phoenix, AZ Phoenix (Westside), AZ
Tucson, AZ Boise, ID Albuquerque, NM
Portland, OR Spokane, WA
Program availability may vary depending on campus.
Medical Education Programs:
Respiratory Therapist
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  California College San Diego

Finally, a college that delivers. California College San Diego is truly unique in that their Technology, Business and Healthcare curriculum is designed for one purpose only: to prepare students for success.

Locations:
San Diego, CA
Medical Education Programs:
AS in Respiratory Therapy
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  Maric College

For 25 years, Maric College has been providing career-based degrees to students wishing to work in the fields of Nursing, Medical Services and Information Technology. Maric College offers an exceptional teaching curriculum that ensures its graduates have to tools they need get ahead. Choose from over 14 fields of study and take advantage of extensive job placement services. Day, evening and Saturday classes are available.

Locations:
Modesto, CA Sacramento, CA San Diego, CA
San Diego (North County), CA Stockton, CA
Program availability may vary depending on campus.
Medical Education Programs:
Associate of Occupational Studies: Respiratory Therapy
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  Miami-Jacobs Career College

Miami-Jacobs Career College has a long and proud history of helping students like you prepare for career success. Our degree and diploma programs in health services, network engineering and business office management have been designed to give you plenty of hands-on experience, and a great foundation for the future. Choose from two convenient Miami Valley campuses. Financial aid is available for students who qualify.

Locations:
Dayton, OH
Medical Education Programs:
Respiratory Therapy
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  Sanford-Brown College

For over 135 years, Sanford-Brown College has been providing students with the hands-on skills employers are looking for. Some programs of study can be completed in as little as 9 months.

Locations:
Collinsville, IL Fenton, MO Hazelwood, MO
St. Peters, MO
Program availability may vary depending on campus.
Medical Education Programs:
Respiratory Therapy
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  Western Career College

Western Career College offers certificates and degrees in toda'’s most in-demand field - healthcare. Our highly respected instructors will provide you with the knowledge and hands-on skills you need to become a success. Choose from programs in Healthcare, Massage Therapy, Dental Assisting, Pharmacy Technology, or Veterinary Services.

Locations:
Pleasant Hill, CA
Medical Education Programs:
Respiratory Therapy
Request more information from Western Career College.
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Featured Schools:
University of Phoenix
University of Phoenix
University of Phoenix
University of Phoenix
A.T. Still University of Health Sciences
A.T. Still University of Health Sciences
Clayton College of Natural Health
Clayton College of Natural Health