Respiratory therapists are in high demand across the country—and especially in Missouri. From premature infants to aging adults, patients rely on respiratory care to manage conditions like asthma, COPD, bronchitis, emphysema, heart disease, and sleep disorders. If you're passionate about health science and want a career that blends technology with compassionate care, enrolling in a respiratory therapist school could be your next step.
Our Associate of Science in Respiratory Therapy program, offered in partnership with Franklin Technology Center, is designed to prepare students for national credentialing exams and successful entry into the field. This is one of the most respected respiratory therapist programs in Missouri, combining rigorous academics with hands-on clinical training.
Graduates of our associate degree in respiratory therapy will be equipped to:
Commission on Accreditation for Respiratory Care (CoARC)
Higher Learning Commission (HLC)
Council on Occupational Education (COE)
American Association of State Colleges and Universities (AASCU)
American Association of Colleges & Universities (AAC&U)
Council for the Advancement and Support of Education (CASE)