Associate Degree in Science - Respiratory Therapy

The Role of the Respiratory Therapist

Respiratory Therapists are health care workers who are highly trained in the treatment and testing of lung disorders. The roles or Respiratory Therapists are extensive. They administer aerosolized medication to people with lung disease, like asthma or emphysema, and maintain life support on people of all ages, from premature infants to the elderly. They also have an important role in maintaining the airway during cardiac and respiratory arrest situations. In addition, respiratory therapists perform patient education and diagnostic testing.

Employment

Employment opportunities are numerous throughout the nation and are expected to continue far into the future.

Work places

• Hospitals
• Home care companies
• Nursing homes
• Physician's offices
• Sleep labs

Student Essential Functions (physical requirements of the job- PDF file)

RT Application Process

1. Fill out the College Application . (PDF file)
2. Have High Schools and College transcripts sent to the college
3. Take the ACCUPLACER exam (you may take it at any NHCTC campus that offers it. Call the specific campus for a schedule).
4. Print the Job Shadow Experience form and call a local hospital to set up a 4 hour job shadow. Tell that that you are interested in the RT program and would like to shadow an RT to get a feel for the work.
5. Contact the RT Program Director, John Marcley for an interview.

email: jmarcley@ccsnh.edu

Tel: 603-542-7744 (x2530)