The Program
Respiratory Therapists administer respiratory therapy care and life support to patients with deficiencies and abnormalities of the cardiopulmonary system. More specifically, you will be assessing patients, determining the most appropriate methods of therapies, setting up and operating equipment, monitoring the patient’s response to various treatment modalities, performing pulmonary function testing, and assisting patients with breathing maneuvers.
Helpful High School Courses
Psychology, Biological Sciences, Chemistry, Math, Anatomy and Physiology, Medical Terminology
Graduation Diploma
Technical Certificate: Associate of Science in Respiratory Therapy
For special application procedures contact CTech Student Services (208) 282-2622.
Program Information (.pdf)
Program begins in August
Program length is 7 semesters
Program offered in Twin Falls, Idaho Falls, and Pocatello. No more than 10 students are admitted each year.
Fees
Fees apply to the current Idaho State University fee schedule which includes mandatory student health insurance.
| Class | Amount | Purpose of Fee |
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| RESP 200 | $25.00 | Disposable Clinical Items:
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| RESP 301 | $25.00 | Disposable Clinical Items:
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Paying for College
You may apply for financial aid, scholarships, grants, and loans to help finance your college education. When you pay registration fees, you are a student of Idaho State University with the privileges and responsibilities of a college student.
Entrance Information
Admission requirements:
Application for Admission
Application fee
High school transcript or GED
COMPASS Placement Test or ACT scores
Prerequisites include: CPR certification
Register early—admission is based on space availability.
Job Opportunities
100% of 2007 graduates were employed in related jobs.
Career Opportunities
- Hospitals
- Doctor’s offices
- Nursing care facilities
- Median income in Idaho is $42,000 and nationally, $45,140 in this field*
- About 420 respiratory therapists work in this occupation in Idaho*
* Idaho Career Information Systems data
Associate degrees in health can articulate into the Bachelor of Science in Health Science.