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State of Rhode Island, Caring Careers Rhode Island , Executive Office of Health and Human Services

Respiratory Therapist

Job Summary

Respiratory Therapists treat patients with breathing disorders, using specialized equipment and therapies to improve lung function.
 

Required Education / Training Summary

People starting in this career usually have:
Associate's degree
No work experience
No on-the-job training
 

Explore Programs in Rhode Island

Occupation Program Name Institution Certificate Earned Per Student Program Cost Program Length Time of Day Instructional Hours / Credits Clinical Placement/Field Experience/Practicum? Modality Location Eligibility Reqs/Pre-Reqs Notes/Description Website Contact Info
Respiratory Therapist Associate in Applied Science (AAS) Respiratory Therapy Community College of Rhode Island   $14,700.00  2 years - 70 credits Y In-person Lincoln, RI HS Diploma/GED, BCI, Placement Testing The program offers students clinical training in a variety of settings, including neonatology, critical care, pulmonary function, clinic and home care. Graduates are eligible for the National Board of Respiratory Care exam. https://www.ccri.edu/alliedhealth/respiratorytherapy/ mjosephs@ccri.edu
Respiratory Therapist Associate in Science (AS) Respiratory Care New England Institute of Technology   $47,815.00  18 months - 105 Quarter Credits Y In-person East Greenwich, RI High School Diploma or GED Prepares students to pursue a career as a highly skilled RT. https://www.neit.edu/academics/associate-degrees/respiratory-care-asNEIT agrzybowski@neit.edu
Respiratory Therapist Bachelor of Science (BS) Health Sciences - Respiratory Therapy Rhode Island College   $37,924.00  4 years Days/ Evenings 120 credits Y online/in-person Providence, RI High School Diploma; registered respiratory therapist Completion program for registered respiratory therapists. https://www.ric.edu/department-directory/department-biology/department-… biology@ric.edu