At a Glance
Respiratory Therapist

Health Occupations Division
Associate Degree

Program curriculum requirements are subject to change.

This program does not have a waitlist. Students are admitted through a petition process. Please read all information through the links below.

What is the petitioning process? (PDF)
Am I ready to petition? (PDF)
Petition Packet (PDF)
Petition Window Dates (PDF)
Health Examination Packet (PDF)
Frequently Asked Questions

A criteria considered in the petition process is verification of student residency. Selection will be based on residency and will be prioritized according to these criteria: Milwaukee Area Technical College District resident; State of Wisconsin resident; out-of-state resident.

Note: Assistance with petition packet paperwork will not be provided once petition windows have opened.

Campus:
Downtown Milwaukee (day program): 414-297-MATC

Start Dates: August

Special Admission Requirements: Algebra, biology, chemistry or physics.

Program Code: 10-515-1.07

Detailed Program Information:
2010-11 Course Requirements

This associate degree program is designed to prepare you to evaluate, treat and care for patients with lung and heart disease. Respiratory therapists administer treatments, operate life support systems and conduct cardiopulmonary testing. The usual work settings are hospitals, diagnostic labs, rehabilitation facilities and home care. An aging population and an increase in cardiopulmonary disorders ensure ample job opportunities. Selected first-year courses may be taken on a part-time basis. For additional career information, visit www.aarc.org.

For more information, e-mail info@matc.edu

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