RESPIRATORY CARE
This 2-year Associate degree program involves the study of the heart and lung mechanics, the proper administration of therapeutic procedures and assessment of patients who are both screened and treated for cardiopulmonary disease. Respiratory Therapists work under the direction of qualified physicians. Their job often involves the administration of daily treatments to a variety of patients. Respiratory Therapists work as members of the critical care team in treating individuals who are seriously ill with such lung disorders as asthma, emphysema, pneumonia and bronchitis. The respiratory graduate will be capable of performing ventilator management, arterial blood gas tests, aerosol therapy, electrocardiograms and other related cardiopulmonary services. For application and detailed information, contact: George West, Program Director at 312 850-7382 or gwest@ccc.edu.
CAREER OPPORTUNITIES
Respiratory Therapists work under the direction of qualified physicians. Their job often involves the administration of daily treatments to a variety of patients. Respiratory Therapists also work as members of the critical care team in treating individuals who are seriously ill with such lung disorders as asthma, emphysema, pneumonia, and bronchitis. They are also involved in treating other disorders such as heart attacks, strokes, drowning victims, patients undergoing complicated surgical procedures, and trauma cases.
The graduate Respiratory Therapist will be capable of performing ventilator management, arterial blood gas tests, aerosol therapy, electrocardiograms, and other related cardiopulmonary services.
ABOUT THE PROGRAM
Respiratory Care involves the study of heart and lung mechanics, the proper administration of therapeutic procedures, and the assessment of patients who are both screened and treated for Cardiopulmonary disease. Upon completion of the program, students will be awarded a certificate of completion and an Associate in Applied Science Degree. Graduates will be eligible to apply for the National Board Examination.
