WELCOME TO RESPIRATORY CARE
Frequently Asked Questions
1. HOW LONG IS THE PROGRAM?
- The program is 2 years, or 6 semesters in length. Classes do run through the
summer.
2. WHAT DOES THE JOB MARKET LOOK LIKE FOR RT's?
- GREAT! The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) lists Respiratory Care as the
4th fastest growing occupation in Pennsylvania requiring post secondary
education or an associate degree and 10th in the country. BLS projects a 35%
increase in demand for respiratory therapists through 2012.
3. WHAT IS THE SALARY RANGE FOR A RESPIRATORY THERAPIST?
- According to Salary.com (July 2007), the average salary range for an RT in
Lancaster County area is $48,000-$55,000/year.
4. WHAT DO I GET AT THE END OF 2 YEARS?
- Upon completion of the program you will receive an Associate of Science Degree
and the ability to sit for the Upper Level (RRT) National Exam. Many schools
require an additional year to become a Registered Therapist – Stevens does it all
in just 2 years!
5. WHEN I GRADUATE, CAN I IMMEDIATELY START AS A RESPIRATORY
THERAPIST?
- Upon graduation, you have to apply for a state license and sit for the National
Boards to work as a Respiratory Therapist.
6. FOR MORE INFORMATION ON LICENSING AND CREDENTIALING OR
RESPIRATORY THERAPISTS, PLEASE CLICK ON THE ICONS TO VISIT THE
FOLLOWING WEB SITES:
NATIONAL BOARD FOR RESPIRATORY CARE
AMERICAN ASSOCIATION FOR RESPIRATORY CARE
PENNSYLVANIA SOCIETY FOR RESPIRATORY CARE
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