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- School Code: 122800
- Phone: (213) 763-7000
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FINANCIAL AID RATE
81%STUDENT TEACHER RATIO
27:1Average Grants + Scholarship Aid Awarded to Undergraduate Students
Percent of Full-Time Undergraduates Receiving Financial Aid
Percent of Students Paying In-State Tuition vs Out-of-State Tuition
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Respiratory Therapy Program
A respiratory therapy degree program at Los Angeles Valley College offers students instruction in assisting and administering respiratory care procedures for patients and developing respiratory care plans under the supervision of physicians. In addition, students learn to supervise personnel, operate equipment, and maintain accurate records while consulting with other healthcare professionals. Students that graduate from the respiratory therapy degree program will have full knowledge in subjects like pathology of the respiratory system, clinical medicine, and therapeutic procedures, and be able to employ this knowledge to help respiratory patients. Get more details below including other California colleges that offer respiratory therapy program.
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Los Angeles Valley College
Also known as Valley College
400 W Washington Blvd, Los Angeles, CA
Los Angeles Valley College, located in Valley Glen, California, was founded in 1959 to serve the growing needs of the residents of San Fernando Valley. Originally part of the Los Angeles Unified School District, LAVC along with 8 other community and technical colleges joined the Los Angeles Community College District with its establishment in 1969. Throughout the years the college has grown, both in size and ins program offerings, renovating buildings and offering state of the art facilities as needed. The school currently serves approximately 20,000 students a year.
In addition to academic and vocational offerings, the school is host to cultural and community events throughout the year, as well as a supporter of the arts through shows at its Art Gallery, concerts put together by the music department and plays performed through the theater department.
Academics
Los Angeles Valley College provides students with academic and career opportunities through its large number of programs. Academic programs are designed to offer the first two years of a four year education, and result in an associate degree as well as possible transfer to a four year institution. Career and vocational programs can have varying lengths based on whether a student pursues a certificate or associate degree. Individuals who complete a career or vocational program will be eligible for work at the entry level in their field of study.
Programs offered include:
Additionally, the school offers adult education and continuing education courses. Adult education courses provide adults wishing to return to school the opportunity to begin taking classes while providing a flexible schedule. Continuing education courses provide professionals in need of courses to renew certifications or licenses the opportunity to fulfill such requirements locally, also with flexible scheduling options.
Admissions and Financial Aid
Admission to Los Angeles Valley College requires individuals to be at least 18 years of age, or have graduated high school. Students may have a GED or equivalent in lieu of a high school diploma. Costs for courses are dependent on whether students are a resident of California, out of state, or international.
Financial aid is available from federal, state and institutional sources. Students interested in obtaining financial aid must establish eligibility through the student aid report resulting from the completion and submissions of the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) and by obtaining a federal PIN number. Once the information is provided and received, the LAVC will review the documentation and award financial aid based on need. Need is determined by checking available funds, both of the individual and his or her parents, and how much they are able to cover tuition costs. Financial aid awards will assist on covering the difference.
Athletic
The Los Angeles Valley College Monarchs participate in several athletic associations and have a variety of sports programs. The Monarchs play in the Western State Conference, the California Community College Athletic Association, the Southern California Football Association, and the California Community College Baseball Coaches Association. The school believes that athletic programs are an essential part of a well rounded college education.
Athletic programs offered include:
- Baseball
- Cross Country
- Football
- Basketball
- Water Polo
- Softball
- Swimming and Diving
- Soccer
- Cheerleaders
Students Enrolled in the Respiratory Therapy Program
Get more details below regarding enrollment, academics, and school demographics. Los Angeles Valley College has offered the following program levels for students:
- Associate's Degree
- Less Than Four-Year Award
Students by Academic Level (2019)
Graduates | |
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Associate's Degree | 25 |
Less Than Four-Year Award | 25 |
Students by Gender (2019)
Graduates | |
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Male | 26 |
Female | 24 |
Students by Race (2019)
Graduates | |
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Asian | 4 |
Hispanic | 18 |
White | 18 |
Multiple Races | 2 |
Non Resident Alien | 4 |
Unknown | 4 |
Source: IPEDS Survey 2012-2020: Data obtained from the US Dept. of Education's Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS). Data may vary depending on school and academic year.
Career Options for Graduates
Students who have completed the Respiratory Therapy program at Valley College, have entered into some of these more popular career paths listed below:Health Specialties Teachers, Postsecondary
Description
Teach courses in health specialties, in fields such as dentistry, laboratory technology, medicine, pharmacy, public health, therapy, and veterinary medicine.
Respiratory Therapists
Description
Assess, treat, and care for patients with breathing disorders. Assume primary responsibility for all respiratory care modalities, including the supervision of respiratory therapy technicians. Initiate and conduct therapeutic procedures; maintain patient records; and select, assemble, check, and operate equipment.
Career Outlook & Projections (
)
According to the BLS, respiratory therapists employment is expected to grow at a rate of 12.3% from 2014 to 2024
Respiratory Therapy Technicians
Description
Provide respiratory care under the direction of respiratory therapists and physicians.
Career Outlook & Projections (
)
According to the BLS, respiratory therapy technicians employment is expected to shrink at a rate of -19.2% from 2014 to 2024
Source: Job descriptions, estimated salary and wages, and projected job growth are taken from the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS).
Admission Requirements & Details
The admissions information below may give you an idea of the applicants Los Angeles Valley College accepts. The details may include application requirements and recommendations, as well as any college or dual credits that may be transferred.
College Credits Accepted
- Dual Credits
- AP Course Credits
Academics & Student Services
Student Services
To help students and recent graduates, Los Angeles Valley College may provide services like those listed below:
- Online classes
- Remedial courses
- Career path counseling
- Work study style employment
- Assisting students to find work
- Child care
Intercollegiate Athletics
- Baseball
- Basketball
- Football
- Soccer
- Softball
- Swimming and Diving
- Water Polo