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CIP PROGRAM: 51.0812
Respiratory Therapy Technician/Assistant.

Summary: A program that prepares individuals to administer general respiratory care procedures under the supervision of respiratory therapists in a variety of clinical settings. Includes instruction in patient data collection and monitoring, airway management, installation of nebulizers and other respiratory assistance devices, application and monitoring of breathing gases, equipment operation and maintenance, safety and sanitation procedures, and applicable regulations.

U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics - Related Occupations

There are no occupations related specifically to this program.

National Completion Rate Trends

Year Associate'sBachelor'sMaster's
2020 264 34 -
2021 263 60 -
2022 275 38 -
2023 292 50 -
2024 355 59 -
Change +10.61% +47.06% -

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Institutions granting degrees in Respiratory Therapy Technician/Assistant.

Institution Degrees Granted (2024)5-Year Change

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