Respiratory Therapist
Overview
Approved By LWIA: 15
Last Re-Certification Date: 8/26/2022
Program Description
An instructional program that prepares individuals to perform therapeutic, diagnostic, and life-support procedures using respiratory equipment, under the supervision of a physician. Includes instruction in administering inhalation agents via mist, mask, or other procedures monitor ventilatory support equipment and provide other intensive care therapies emergency procedures equipment operation and maintenance storage and safety methods and record-keeping.
Established in 1984
CIP: 51-0908 Respiratory Care Therapy/Therapist.
Training Program Type
Vocational
Provider Information
Illinois Central College
Program Contact Info
Associated Job Families and Occupations
Certifying / Licensing / Registering Body
National Board for Respiratory Care
Quality Assurance
Education Information
Industry Recognized Certification
72 Weeks ( 2160.00 Hours / 71.00 Credit Hours )
| Tuition | $11,005.00 |
| Books | $1,300.00 |
| Fees | $100.00 |
| Other Expenses(Materials, Supplies, Tools, Uniforms, etc) | $610.00 |
| Total Cost | $13,015.00 |
Financial Aid
- Pell Grants
- Illinois Monetary Award Program
- Federal loans(Stafford, PLUS, etc)
- Institutional Scholarships
Application Procedure
Call Health Careers Department for information, (309)999-4600.
Entry Requirements:
- HS Diploma/GED
- Math - Placement
- Reading - Placement
- Writing - Placement into ENGL 110
- Other - See catalog or call (309)999-4600.
Nondiscrimination, Equal Opportunity, and Disability Provisions Compliance Assurance
- EEO Compliant: Yes
- Disability Accomodation: Yes
Program Offerings
- Full-Time Enrollment
- Internships
- Classroom Instruction
- Labs
- Day Classes
Performance Data
Program: Respiratory Therapist
Overview
Approved By LWIA: 15
Last Re-Certification Date: 8/26/2022
Program Description
An instructional program that prepares individuals to perform therapeutic, diagnostic, and life-support procedures using respiratory equipment, under the supervision of a physician. Includes instruction in administering inhalation agents via mist, mask, or other procedures monitor ventilatory support equipment and provide other intensive care therapies emergency procedures equipment operation and maintenance storage and safety methods and record-keeping.
Established in 1984
CIP: 51-0908 Respiratory Care Therapy/Therapist.
Provider Information
Illinois Central College
Program Contact Info
Associated Job Families and Occupations
Certifying / Licensing / Registering Body
National Board for Respiratory Care
Quality Assurance
Education Information
Industry Recognized Certification
72 Weeks ( 2160.00 Hours / 71.00 Credit Hours )
| Tuition | $11,005.00 |
| Books | $1,300.00 |
| Fees | $100.00 |
| Other Expenses(Materials, Supplies, Tools, Uniforms, etc) | $610.00 |
| Total Cost | $13,015.00 |
Financial Aid
- Pell Grants
- Illinois Monetary Award Program
- Federal loans(Stafford, PLUS, etc)
- Institutional Scholarships
Application Procedure
Call Health Careers Department for information, (309)999-4600.
Entry Requirements:
- HS Diploma/GED
- Math - Placement
- Reading - Placement
- Writing - Placement into ENGL 110
- Other - See catalog or call (309)999-4600.
Nondiscrimination, Equal Opportunity, and Disability Provisions Compliance Assurance
- EEO Compliant: Yes
- Disability Accomodation: Yes
Program Offerings
- Full-Time Enrollment
- Internships
- Classroom Instruction
- Labs
- Day Classes