Respiratory Therapist Schools in Michigan

Respiratory therapists evaluate and treat patients with cardiopulmonary conditions. According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, employment of respiratory therapists is expected to increase 21 percent from 2008 to 2018, making this a stable career choice. Michigan residents wishing to pursue a career in respiratory therapy can choose from a variety of educational options.
  1. Monroe County Community College

    • Located in Monroe, Michigan, Monroe County Community College offers a registered respiratory therapist (RRT) program leading to the completion of a 76-credit associate degree in respiratory therapy. To begin the program, students must compete several prerequisite classes, including biology, mathematics and chemistry. However, the college recommends applying for the respiratory therapy program prior to completing these prerequisites to avoid a long wait to start the program. Applicants must submit to a drug test and background check to be considered for admission.

      Monroe County Community College
      1555 South Raisinville Road
      Monroe, MI 48161
      734-384-4268
      monroeccc.edu

    Ferris University

    • Ferris University, located in Big Rapids, Michigan, offers an RRT program leading to the completion of an associate of applied science degree in respiratory therapy. To be considered for admission to the program, applicants must have a minimum grade point average of 2.7 and have earned a minimum grade of B- in all mathematics and science courses. To graduate from the program, students must earn a minimum grade of C in all core respiratory therapy courses.

      Ferris University
      200 Ferris Drive
      Big Rapids, MI 49307
      231-591-3186
      ferris.edu

    Oakland Community College

    • Located in Bloomfield Hills, Michigan, Oakland Community College offers two respiratory therapy program. One program, called the traditional model, is a full-time, five semester program. The other program, called the integrated model, is a part-time, seven semester program. Applicants are evaluated for admission in two priority levels, Priority I and Priority II. To be a Priority I applicant, applicants must complete 13 specific courses, including biology, chemistry, mathematics and psychology, with a minimum grade of C. Priority II applicants must have completed a minimum of 24 credits with a minimum grade of C.

      Oakland Community College
      2480 Opdyke Road
      Bloomfield Hills, MI 48304
      248-233-2919
      oaklandcc.edu

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