Respiratory Therapist
ELIGIBILITY
- For 10th: Completion of 10th grade. Basic subjects in biology and physical education are beneficial.
- For 12th: Completion of 12th grade in Science stream with Physics, Chemistry, and Biology (PCB) or Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics, and Biology (PCMB).
- Vocational Training: Completion of a certified Respiratory Therapy training program.
ENTRANCE TESTS
- Institution-specific entrance exams assessing knowledge in biology, chemistry, and health sciences.
- Certification exams for Respiratory Therapists, such as the Certified Respiratory Therapist (CRT) exam.
AVAILABLE COURSES
- Vocational Courses:
- Diploma in Respiratory Therapy
- Certificate Course in Respiratory Therapy
- Associate Degree in Respiratory Therapy
- Degree Courses:
- Bachelor of Science in Respiratory Therapy (B.Sc. RT)
- Postgraduate Courses:
- Master of Science in Respiratory Therapy (M.Sc. RT)
WORK OPPORTUNITIES
- Hospitals: Managing ventilators, providing emergency respiratory care, and assisting in surgeries.
- Clinics: Conducting pulmonary function tests and providing outpatient care.
- Home Healthcare Services: Providing respiratory therapy to patients in their homes.
- Nursing Homes: Assisting elderly patients with chronic respiratory conditions.
- Rehabilitation Centers: Helping patients recover from respiratory illnesses or surgeries.
- Research Institutions: Participating in studies to develop new respiratory treatments and technologies.