About
SMCC’s Respiratory Therapy Associate Degree program is accredited by the Commission on Accreditation for Respiratory Care (CoARC). Respiratory Therapy is an allied health specialty involved with the evaluation, treatment, management, diagnosis and preventative care of patients with cardiopulmonary problems. Respiratory therapists are the healthcare professionals who care for people with breathing problems. Respiratory therapists treat and work with people of all age groups, including premature infants, children, adults and the elderly.
Organization
Southern Maine Community College - South Portland Campus
Southern Maine Community College, South Portland Campus, is a community college in South Portland, Maine. Its occupational training fields include nursing, business administration, cybersecurity, medical assisting, nursing assistance, dental assisting, electrical work, emergency medical services, HVAC, pharmacy technology, phlebotomy, respiratory therapy, surgical technology, and welding. The college offers degree programs alongside workforce training and courses, supporting both academic and career-focused study. The South Portland Campus provides ocean-side living and is one of the institution’s two campuses. SMCC also serves learners through satellite locations and offers online options, including Business Administration. Academic and workforce offerings span health care, skilled trades, technology, business, and emergency services.