Ready for a career where you literally help people take their next breath? Keiser University’s Associate of Science in Respiratory Therapy is a hands-on program that places you at the very heart of patient care. Learn to help patients of all ages manage chronic and acute respiratory conditions, from obstructive pulmonary disease to asthma.
Build clinical confidence and patient-focused skills:
Critical Care Skills: Learn to assess breathing disorders, perform diagnostic tests, and provide life-saving interventions.
Collaborative Treatment: Work alongside physicians to recommend and adjust care plans based on patient evaluations.
Empowered Care: Help patients and families understand lung conditions and support their recovery journey.
Real-Time Response: Train to respond to Code Blue emergencies and other high-stakes situations with precision.
This program prepares you to sit for the national credentialing exams and apply for state license as a respiratory therapist.
Career Pathways
Graduates are prepared for employment as respiratory therapists under the supervision of licensed physicians in settings such as:
Sleep disorder clinics
Diagnostic laboratories
Skilled nursing facilities
Home health care services
Hospitals and emergency rooms
Pulmonary rehabilitation centers
Air transport or ambulance services
Contact Keiser University today to learn more about our Respiratory Therapy program.
Learning That Fits Your Life
Keiser offers small classes for more personalized learning, one course at a time. In addition to in-person instruction at convenient campus locations near you, most general education classes may be taken online to fit your degree more flexibly into your life.
This program is offered at the following location:
Keiser University is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges.
One Class at a Time
Instead of juggling multiple assignments and exams, you will take one class for four weeks before moving on.
Financial Services
Financial Aid is available to those who qualify. You’re encouraged to make an appointment with the Financial Aid department to explore the funding needed for your educational investment.
