Respiratory Care - Kaplan College - Salida CA

Respiratory Care from Kaplan College - Salida CA is a Campus Associate Respiratory Care degree that prepares you for a Healthcare career. Respiratory therapists work with all types of patients, from premature infants with undeveloped lungs to the elderly suffering from failing or diseased lungs. Respiratory therapists also provide relief to patients with chronic asthma and emergency care to victims of a heart attack, stroke, drowning, or shock. The respiratory care program at Kaplan College can provide you with the professional skills, knowledge, and hands-on training required to seek entry-level employment in this potentially rewarding health care field. Respiratory Care Program The respiratory care program curriculum can prepare you to, under the supervision of a physician, administer respiratory care and life support to patients with deficiencies and abnormalities of the cardiopulmonary system. Specific duties may include: Assessing patients Determining the most appropriate therapy methods Setting up and operating equipment Performing pulmonary function testing Assisting patients with breathing maneuvers Certification Preparation Kaplan College\'s respiratory care program can prepare you to take the computer-based assessment exams administered by the National Board of Respiratory Care in order to achieve the Certified Respiratory Therapist (entry level) and Registered Respiratory Therapist (advanced level) credentials. Occupational Outcomes By earning an Associate of Occupational Studies in Respiratory Care , you can seek entry-level employment as a respiratory therapist in various settings including: Hospitals Physicians\' offices Nursing care facilities Home health care services View more details on Kaplan College - Modesto . Ask your questions and apply online for this program or find other related Respiratory Care courses.