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Respiratory Therapist

Respiratory therapists evaluate, treat, and care for patients with breathing disorders or cardiopulmonary diseases. They work in hospitals with critically ill patients on ventilators as well as outpatient pulmonary rehabilitation settings. This is one of FL's fastest-growing allied health careers with 21% projected FL growth through 2032.

FL Median Salary
$79,710
Entry Salary
$62,940
Experienced
$98,890
FL Growth
21%

Requirements & Training

  • Credential: RRT (Registered Respiratory Therapist) via NBRC
  • Typical program length: 2 years (Associate of Science)
  • Typical tuition range: $8,000 - $25,000

Career Path

  1. Staff RT
  2. Senior RT/Lead Therapist
  3. NICU/ICU Specialist
  4. Clinical Educator/Supervisor
  5. Director of Respiratory Care

Top Florida Employers

Hospitals (ICU/NICU/ED)Long-term care facilitiesHome health agenciesPulmonary rehab centers

Related Programs

  • Respiratory Care AS
  • Respiratory Therapy AS
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