Respiratory Therapist Schools in Alabama

University of Alabama at Birmingham

• Students attending the University of Alabama at Birmingham have the opportunity to earn a Bachelor of Science in Respiratory Therapy and are prepared to take on leadership roles in the field. In addition, students have the option to continue their studies by earning the Certificate in Polysomnography, allowing graduates to sit for the sleep registry exam. Course offerings for the respiratory therapy degree program include basic respiratory care procedures, airway management, mechanical ventilation, and long term and preventive care. In addition, students participate in clinical practice, learning hands-on skills. As of 2010, tuition at the University of Alabama at Birmingham is $210 per credit hour. Financial aid options are available.

  University of Alabama at Birmingham
  School of Health Professions
  1530 3rd Ave S
  Birmingham, AL 35294
  205-934-3589
  uab.edu

University of South Alabama

• The University of South Alabama has a 25-year history of training respiratory therapists. Upon graduation, students receive a Bachelor of Science in Cardiorespiratory Sciences and are qualified to work in a wide variety of settings. In addition to the required general education studies, students take courses in infectious disease, care assessment skills, respiratory anatomy and physiology, intensive care and neonatal-pediatric care. In addition, each student must complete the required hours of clinical practice. Total tuition and fees for the 2010-2011 academic year are approximately $12,000. Financial aid and monthly payment arrangements are available.

  University of South Alabama
  307 University Blvd N
  Mobile, AL 36688
  251-460-6101
  southalabama.edu

Shelton State Community College

• Shelton State Community College currently offers an Associate of Applied Science in Respiratory Therapy, allowing students to finish their respiratory therapy studies in approximately two years. Students take required core classes as well as general education studies. Training is provided in areas that include anatomy and physiology, pharmacology, respiratory care and pathology. Graduates must also complete the required clinical practice. Tuition costs for Shelton State Community College are available at the SSCC website. The school offers a full financial aid staff to assist students in paying for their education.

  Shelton State Community College
  9500 Old Greensboro Rd
  Tuscaloosa, AL 35405
  205-247-7722
  sheltonstate.edu