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Associate of Science in Respiratory Therapy

Learn to Help Others Breathe Easier

Associate of Science in Respiratory Therapy

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Program Overview

Program Overview

Respiratory therapists (RTs) are unsung heroes of health care, providing support and treatment to patients with acute and long-term breathing problems.

As an RT, you’ll need to understand the anatomy and physiology of the lungs and heart, as well as various disorders and diseases which affect them. You’ll need to understand therapies and interventions available for RTs and what clinical situations call for them. You’ll also need to offer patients a calm, caring professional to rely on.

With Concorde in Jacksonville, you’ll have the opportunity to learn all this and more in as few as 17 months.*

PROGRAM FACTS

Skill Building

Gain skills to treat people with asthma, cystic fibrosis, emphysema and other conditions.

Versatile Curriculum

Curriculum prepares you for Certified Respiratory Therapist (CRT) exams from the National Board for Respiratory Care(NBRC).†

Flexible Class Schedules

Complete your associate degree program at our Jacksonville campus in as few as 17 months of study.*

Respiratory Therapy Curriculum

The respiratory therapy associate degree program teaches a combination of general knowledge, clinical knowledge and practical skills for treating patients with breathing disorders. Students also complete clinical rotationsᶛᶛ to apply knowledge and skills in real-world care settings.

  • Anatomy and Physiology
  • Microbiology
  • General Psychology
  • Introduction to Applied Respiratory Therapeutics
  • Clinical Medicine

Accreditation Statement

The Respiratory Therapy program is accredited by the Commission on Accreditation for Respiratory Care (CoARC). Commission on Accreditation for Respiratory Care: 1248 Harwood Road, Bedford, TX, 76021-4244; 817-283-2835; www.coarc.com.

*Program length may be subject to change dependent on transfer credits and course load. Please refer to the current course catalog for more information. Concorde does not guarantee admittance, graduation, subsequent employment or salary amount.

†Professional certification is not a requirement for graduation, may not be a requirement for employment nor does it guarantee employment.

ᶛᶛClinical hour requirements and delivery may vary by campus location and may be subject to change. Concorde does not guarantee clinical site assignments based upon student preference or geographic convenience; nor do clinical experiences guarantee graduation, post-clinical employment or salary outcomes.

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Think a career as a respiratory therapist could be a breath of fresh air? Contact Concorde in Jacksonville today to find out if our associate degree program is right for you!

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