Advanced Diploma in Respiratory Therapy
This Respiratory Therapy program from St. Clair College, develops the student’s cognitive, effective and psychomotor skills as described in the goals and outcomes of the National Competency Framework for Respiratory Therapy in order to perform as an entry-level Respiratory Therapist.
Duration
3 years
Starting Date
September
Tuition Fee
TBA
Location
Windsor, Canada
About the program
Competency is acquired through didactic learning and performance assessment in the laboratory and clinical setting. The curriculum addresses analysis and problem solving, patient assessment/diagnostics/intervention, cardiopulmonary resuscitation and more – all built on strong foundational theory and learning.
The Respiratory Therapy program graduates from St. Clair College must meet the requirements of the jurisdiction in which they wish to practice.
Career Opportunities
There are a wide variety of employment opportunities in a number of diverse settings in which graduates may practice.
This includes hospital settings such as ICU, operating and emergency rooms, community agencies, long term care agencies, medical sales and services, educational institutions, patient education, rehabilitation, and research.
Courses Included
- Medical Terminology
- Professional Issues
- Medical Gas Therapy
- Anatomy and Physiology
- Applied Basic Sciences