Respiratory Therapy Program

A respiratory therapy degree program at Midland 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 Texas colleges that offer respiratory therapy program.

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Midland College

Also known as Covenant School of Nursing

1919 Frankford Ave., Lubbock, TX

About
Midland College, located in Midland, texas, was founded in 1969 when residents of Midland voted to join the Permian Junior College System, which at the time included Odessa College. Within three years the school expanded by building a new campus and the formation of its own community college district through the issuance in 5.1 million dollars in bonds. Midland College has since grown in physical size and enrollment, having become an active member in the community through cultural advancement and educational enrichment. The school is continuingly updating its programs and facilities in anticipation of student needs while meeting current demands.

Academics
Midland College offers a large number of programs that provide career and technical training alongside programs that facilitate transfer to four year institutions to continue one's education. The variety of programs allows students to choose the one that best suits their needs and meet their plans for the future. Career training programs provide the skill development and training in a given field, allowing the student to enter the workforce as a qualified professional upon completion. These programs are usually in high demand fields, and provide a mixture of practical training and classroom education, ensuring that the student has the relevant experience to begin employment. Programs take between one and two years and result in a degree or certificate.

Academic transfer is accomplished by completing courses usually taken during the first two years of a four year education, followed by applying to a college or university to transfer those credits and continue one's education at the new institution to complete a bachelor's degree. Transfer applicants must meet the requirements of their desired school or schools, and as such it is recommended that students meet with an advisor to construct a curriculum that best fulfills those requirements.

Programs offered include:

• Communications
• Paralegal
• Nursing
• Psychology
• Business Administration

Midland College also offers a Bachelor's degree in operational management that requires a separate application for admission, as well a University Center that allows for the pursuit of bachelor degrees from partner schools without having to leave the Midland Campus.

Admissions and Financial Aid
Midland College is an open enrollment institution that allows any student who meets the minimum requirements for admission to enroll upon completion of the application for admissions. Students must provide their educational history and supply any relevant test scores. Students may also be asked to take a placement exam prior to registration. Students are encouraged to meet with a counselor to outline their plans and curriculum as well as participate in new student orientation to familiarize themselves with campus life. Individuals applying for the operational management bachelor program will have a separate set of requirements.

Financial aid is available in the form of loans and grants. Students in need of financial assistance must complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA), the information from which will be used to determine the student's financial needs and aid program eligibility. Financial aid must be applied for prior to the start of each academic year due to the possible changes in the student's or the family's financial situation.

Students Enrolled in the Respiratory Therapy Program

Get more details below regarding enrollment, academics, and school demographics. Midland College offers an associate's degree program in respiratory therapy.

Students by Gender (2019)

Students by Race (2019)

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

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

Salary & Wages

• Lubbock, TX
  • Total Employment: 190
  • Average Hourly Rate: $24.05
  • Average Annual Salary: $50030

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).