Respiratory Therapy Program

A respiratory therapy degree program at Clarion University of Pennsylvania 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 Pennsylvania colleges that offer respiratory therapy program.

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Clarion University of Pennsylvania

Also known as Clarion University

539 Pittsburg Mills Circle, Tarentum, PA

Clarion University of Pennsylvania is a public institution located in Clarion, PA and provides a large number of program options for students. Approximately 7,300 students are enrolled yearly at Clarion University of Pennsylvania.

A list of some of the more popular programs offered are:

• Library Science
• Liberal Arts And Sciences
• Education
• Communications And Journalism
• Psychology
• Health And Clinical Professions

To be considered for admissions, applicants may be asked to fill out an application, write a personal statement, and submit school transcripts, which are then studied by the admissions office. Most students accepted to Clarion University of Pennsylvania score in-between 1260 to 1570 on the SAT. Clarion University of Pennsylvania accepts roughly 80 percent of applicants yearly. Of those applicants accepted, nearly 47 percent of students enrolled. More information from the admissions office can be found at clarion.edu.

The cost of tuition varies for in-state and nonresidents. In-state residents pay nearly $9,200 and nonresidents pay $16,000 annually. Student housing is available for students and costs about $5,200 per year. Financial aid may be offered to students that meet the necessary requirements in the form of loans, grants, scholarships and work study programs.

Athletic programs are available at Clarion University of Pennsylvania through the NCAA, allowing students to compete in intercollegiate athletics. Available athletic programs offered:

• Baseball (NCAA Division II)
• Basketball (NCAA Division II)
• Track & Field (NCAA Division II)
• Football (NCAA Division II)
• Golf (NCAA Division II)

Students Enrolled in the Respiratory Therapy Program

Get more details below regarding enrollment, academics, and school demographics. Clarion University of Pennsylvania 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

• Pittsburgh, PA
  • Total Employment: 1
  • Average Hourly Rate: $25.44
  • Average Annual Salary: $52920

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

Salary & Wages

• Pittsburgh, PA
  • Total Employment: 70
  • Average Hourly Rate: $22.86
  • Average Annual Salary: $47550

Source: Job descriptions, estimated salary and wages, and projected job growth are taken from the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS).