LEARN TO HELP PEOPLE BREATHE EASIER
As a Respiratory Therapist you can help those having issues breathing, whether from a blocked passageway, intense asthma attack, or another life-threatening experience. You can make a difference as a respiratory therapist.
- Gain skills to treat people with asthma, cystic fibrosis, emphysema and other conditions.
- Curriculum prepares you for Certified Respiratory Therapist (CRT) exams from the National Board for Respiratory Care (NBRC).
- Complete your AAS degree program at our Memphis campus in as few as 17-months of study.
Program Overview
RTs need to understand the anatomy and physiology of the lungs and heart, as well as various disorders and diseases which can affect them. RTs also need to understand therapies and interventions available and what clinical situations call for them. They offer patients a calm, caring professional they can rely on.
Now Enrolling for the Respiratory Therapy Associate Degree Program
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!
**Source: US Bureau of Labor Statistics 2023-2033 projected job demand https://www.bls.gov/ooh/healthcare/respiratory-therapists.htm Projections are national. Local job market demand may vary.
Curriculum
Memphis Respiratory Therapy Program Overview
To prepare graduates with demonstrated competence in the cognitive (knowledge), psychomotor (skills) and affective (behavior) learning domains of respiratory care practice as performed by registered respiratory therapists (RRTs).
Concorde's respiratory therapist programs emphasize the following:
- Oxygen therapy
- Bronchodilator
- Chest physiotherapy
- Patient teaching and instruction
- ECG
The clinical experience provides Concorde graduates with a variety of cases and medical professional interactions - helping you better prepare for a career as a respiratory therapist.
Respiratory Therapy Program Coursework
Our associate degree program teaches a combination of general knowledge, clinical knowledge and practical skills for treating patients with breathing disorders. Students also complete clinical rotations to apply knowledge and skills in real-world care settings. All in as few as 17-months.
- General Education
- Anatomy and Physiology
- Microbiology
- General Psychology
- Introduction to Applied Respiratory Therapeutics
- Clinical Medicine
For a complete list of courses visit the campus' PROGRAM CATALOG.
Respiratory Therapy Licensure & Certification
When you graduate, you’ll be eligible to sit for the Therapist Multiple-Choice Examination (TMC) of the National Board for Respiratory Care (NBRC). If you meet the RRT score on the TMC, you'll then be eligible to sit for the Clinical Simulation Examination (CSE) of the NBRC.
Achieving the minimum acceptable score on the TMC will result in receiving the Certified Respiratory Therapist (CRT) credential. To receive the RRT credential, you must pass the TMC, at the RRT level, and the CSE exams.
The cost for your certification exam as well as pre-certification exam prep coursework is covered by Concorde.
Tuition fee for the program of study includes the cost for an eligible graduate's first attempt to sit for professional certification.
Concorde expects all students to complete pre-certification exam prep training through the campus resources at no additional cost to the student.
Prep does not guarantee certification, employment or subsequent salary.
Career Outlook
Respiratory Therapists Continue to be in Demand
Respiratory Therapist jobs are projected to grow nationally at a much-faster-than-average rate.
The spread of respiratory infections caused by the Coronavirus pandemic is one factor driving national employment demand projections. Pre-pandemic the field was forecasted to grow based upon the increasing middle-age and elderly populations where increases in respiratory conditions such as emphysema, chronic bronchitis, and pneumonia can increase the need for respiratory care.
What are possible career paths for a Respiratory Therapist?
Address and Hours
Memphis Campus
5100 Poplar Ave.
Suite 132
Memphis, Tennessee 38137
FX: (901) 761-3293
Campus Hours of Operation
- Monday - Thursday 8 am - 7 pm
- Friday 8 am - 5 pm
- Saturday By Appointment
- Sunday Closed
Financial Aid
As part of our commitment to your success, Concorde ensures that you have access to comprehensive information and guidance in navigating the financial aid process. Concorde offers financial aid and scholarship programs to those who qualify.
Accreditation
Accreditation and licensure are an important part of an academic institution’s operation. Visit our Accreditations and Licensure page for more details about our accreditations and licensure.
COARC: Accredited
The Respiratory Therapy program (#200469) is accredited by the Commission on Accreditation for Respiratory Care; https://www.coarc.com.
FAQ
Respiratory Therapy Program FAQ
Frequently asked questions and answers.
At Concorde Career College, you could finish schooling in as few as 17 months or less than 2 years. Contact us to find out when the Respiratory Therapy Program starts at a Concorde campus location near you.
According to U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, the projected national respiratory therapist job field from 2022 to 2032 is expected to grow by 13%. As the healthcare industry grows to meet the needs of those affected by respiratory illness including COVID, as well as chronic conditions like asthma, bronchitis and emphysema, the need for respiratory therapists is expected to rise.
**Source: US Bureau of Labor Statistics 2023-2033 projected job demand https://www.bls.gov/ooh/healthcare/respiratory-therapists.htm Projections are national. Local job market demand may vary.
The respiratory therapy program can be completed in as few as 17 months, but this varies by location. Please check with an admissions adviser for program length information.
According to U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, from 2022 to 2032 the projected national respiratory therapist job field is expected to grow by 13%. As the healthcare industry grows to meet the needs of those affected by COVID, as well as with chronic conditions like bronchitis and emphysema, the need for respiratory therapists is expected to rise.
**Source: US Bureau of Labor Statistics 2023-2033 projected job demand https://www.bls.gov/ooh/healthcare/respiratory-therapists.htm Projections are national. Local job market demand may vary.
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