Respiratory Therapy Program

A respiratory therapy degree program at Southeast Kentucky Community and Technical 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 Kentucky colleges that offer respiratory therapy program.

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Southeast Kentucky Community and Technical College (Southeast)

808 Monticello Street, Somerset, KY

History
Southeast Kentucky Community and Technical College was founded in 1950 in Cumberland, Kentucky, and was known as Southeast Community College until 2004. SKCTC has five campuses located in Cumberland, Harlan, Middlesboro, Pineville and Whitesburg, and services Bell, Harlan and Letcher Counties as well as neighboring counties in Tennessee and Virginia. The school is one of 16 open-admission schools that comprise the Kentucky Technical and Community College System, and is dedicated to academic and technical excellence by offering modern facilities and up to date programs that reflect the needs of individuals and the community. To that end the school is constantly reviewing its offerings to ensure that they are relevant, updating them as needed by adding new programs and upgrading facilities. SKCTC prides itself on assisting students achieve their goals both during their studies at the institution and after they graduate. Southeast Kentucky Community and Technical College is fully accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools.


Academics
Southeast Kentucky Community and Technical College offers associate's degrees, trade certificates and diplomas for over fifty programs. 50% of the student body is enrolled in transfer programs to four year institutions. Transfer programs cover the first two years of a four year education, allowing students to move to a four year institution upon completion and pursue a bachelor's degree. The first two years often come at a lower cost and often allow students to experience post-secondary in a more palatable setting. Technical and career programs provide students with the skills and knowledge necessary to enter the workforce as professionals. Upon completion of one of these programs a student will be eligible for entry level positions immediately upon graduation. Interested individuals may also pursue non credit courses for personal growth and development, or simply for fun.


Available programs include:

• Criminal Justice
• Automotive Technology
• Business Administration
• Physical Therapist Assistant
• Education

Admissions and Financial Aid
Students interested in Southeast Kentucky Community and Technical College should contact the admissions office and request an application. A high school diploma or GED is required to attend, and a transcript should be sent to verify completion. ACT or COMPASS test scores are also required, and are used for placement. Once all materials are provided SKTCT will send a reply regarding admissions status. As an open-enrollment institution, individuals who meet the minimum requirements for entry will be accepted, with tuition for the semester paid for at the time of registration.


SKTCT offers financial aid, scholarships and payment plans. Interested students should contact the Southeast Financial Aid office to see how to apply and whether they qualify. Students will be asked to provide financial documents, including tax returns for themselves and their parents, and to fill out applications that will help determine eligibility and awards. Financial aid is disbursed based on need, with higher household incomes being awarded less aid than those with lower incomes.

Students Enrolled in the Respiratory Therapy Program

Get more details below regarding enrollment, academics, and school demographics. Southeast 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

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).