About
Respiratory therapists play a pivotal role in pulmonary and respiratory health, providing patients experiencing breathing problems with care that saves and improves lives. Patients in their care may suffer from a diverse array of health conditions, from the everyday to the extraordinary, like asthma, emphysema, pneumonia, bronchitis, COVID-19, lung cancer, or cystic fibrosis. Whatever the underlying cause, the respiratory therapists’ treatment is no less vital to the patient’s wellbeing and quality of life.
The Respiratory Therapy, AAS program is offered through a partnership with Prince George’s Community College (PGCC). This is a competitive admissions program. First consideration will be given to residents of CSM's service area (Calvert, Charles, St. Mary's counties).
Organization
College of Southern Maryland - La Plata Campus
College of Southern Maryland
Based in La Plata, MD, the College of Southern Maryland is a public regional community college committed to providing affordable post-secondary education and workforce development. It offers diverse programs across three campuses and specialty centers, emphasizing flexible learning options including weekend, evening, online, and hybrid courses, which allow students to complete degrees at their own pace. The college aims to enhance lives and enrich the region through accessible, high-quality instruction and services, supporting students' personal and professional growth and empowering all to succeed in an inclusive, student-centered community.
Highlights:
- Flexible learning options, including weekend, evening, online, and hybrid courses
- Affordable post-secondary education and workforce development
- Diverse programs across three campuses and specialty centers
- Strong community connections
- Empowers all to succeed in an inclusive, student-centered community