The Associate in Science degree in Respiratory Care prepares individuals to perform invasive, noninvasive, and peripheral examinations of the cardiopulmonary system at the request of physicians to aid in diagnoses and therapeutic treatments.

The program utilizes traditional classroom instruction supplemented by laboratory practice and simulations, and supervised clinical practice where the student gains real-world experience evaluating and treating patients with cardiopulmonary distress and disorders.

Progam includes instruction in reviewing and recording patient histories and clinical data, patient care, investigative and examination procedures, cardiopulmonary health assessment and resuscitation; therapy administration, equipment operation and monitoring, and professional standards and ethics.