Are you passionate about healthcare and ready to make a difference in patient care? The Respiratory Therapy program at CVCC prepares you to become a skilled respiratory therapist, equipped to provide essential care in a variety of settings, including hospitals, clinics, and home care.
In CVCC’s Respiratory Therapy program, you’ll learn to deliver life-saving treatments, manage respiratory and cardiac care, and make critical decisions regarding oxygen therapy, breathing treatments, and heart and lung studies. The program emphasizes competence in cognitive (knowledge), psychomotor (skills), and affective (behavior) learning domains, all crucial for a career as a registered respiratory therapist (RRT). You will complete coursework and clinical experiences that prepare you for certification exams and real-world responsibilities.
Graduates will be well-equipped to pursue careers as respiratory therapists, providing critical care in hospitals, clinics, nursing homes, and home care settings. The program also supports professional development for those who want to continue their education or specialize in areas like pediatric or neonatal respiratory care.
Contacts
Please see the catalog for more information about the degree option in this curriculum.
2026 Respiratory Therapy Application Packet
Please review the Respiratory Therapy Application packet for admission requirements.
Information Session Dates for 2025–2026 Program Application Cycle:
All Wednesdays and all start at 3pm
To sign up fill out this form or contact Amy Howard at [email protected].
CoARC
264 Precision Blvd
Telford, TN 37690
USA
Telephone: 817-283-2835
Outcomes data for the program can be found at CoARC Programmatic Outcomes Data
CoARC accredits respiratory therapy education programs in the United States. To achieve this end, it utilizes an ‘outcomes based’ process. Programmatic outcomes are performance indicators that reflect the extent to which the educational goals of the program are achieved and by which program effectiveness is documented.
The Respiratory Therapy Program at Catawba Valley Community College, CoARC # 200407, Associate in Applied Science degree is awarded, at the Hickory, NC campus is accredited by the Commission on Accreditation for Respiratory Care www.coarc.com
I’ve always wanted a career where I could make a real difference in people’s lives, and CVCC’s Respiratory Therapy program has helped me do just that. The hands-on training and supportive instructors have prepared me to care for patients when they need it most.
Ready to take the next step? Whether you’re just starting out or planning a visit, we’re here to help you begin your journey.
