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The Respiratory Care program prepares you to work in allied health as Registered Respiratory Therapists (RRTs) with patients of all ages. Responsibilities of an RRT include responding to emergencies, managing patients on life support, and treating patients with a variety of airway and breathing problems.

Programs in Respiratory Care

Respiratory Care Practitioner

Associate in Science

Your Future in Respiratory Care

Majoring in Respiratory Care prepares for a career as a Respiratory Therapist working in various settings including hospitals, transport, long-term care, management, education, and diagnostic testing.

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Nursing and Health Sciences
Email: nhs@hartnell.edu
Phone: 831-770-6146
Location: Main Campus, Building O
Belinda Saechao-Jimmeye, MPH Program Coordinator, Nursing & Health Sciences
Email: bsaechao@hartnell.edu
Phone: 831-770-6148
Location: Main Campus, O-106
Yvonne Carreon Program Specialist, Athletics, PE, Kinesiology
Email: ycarreon@hartnell.edu
Phone: 831-755-6877
Location: Main Campus, H-114