Associate in Science in Respiratory Care

Associate Degrees

The application for the Fall 2026 program will be available from January 12, 2026 through April 30, 2026.

Indian River State College offers a number of different degrees and certificates leading to professional licensure in the state of Florida. Some professions require both a degree and the successful completion of additional criteria such as licensure exams, field placements, or clinical hours. Student eligibility to apply to sit for the Registered Respiratory Therapy (RRT) in the State of Florida is defined in, F.S., 468.355 and requires possession of a valid form of identification. Please visit the Florida Senate, fs 468.355 website to ensure your eligibility.

Completion of the Respiratory Care program requirements makes you eligible to apply to take the Registered Respiratory Therapy (RRT) in Florida.

If you may choose to reside outside of Florida, IRSC cannot confirm whether this degree program meets educational requirements for professional licensure/certification in your state. Some states have requirements in addition to the program’s curriculum. If you wish to take the Registered Respiratory Therapy (RRT) exam in another state, contact the regulation of professions and occupations in the state to determine whether this degree will meet their licensure requirements.

Professional Licensure and Certification Disclosure Table for Registered Respiratory Therapist

Start your rewarding career as a Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) with an associate degree from the River. This 21-month, full-time program combines in-person and online academic coursework with hands-on clinical experience, giving graduates the knowledge and skills needed to care for patients with cardiopulmonary disorders and others.

Career Opportunities
Graduates of the program are well-prepared to work in diverse healthcare settings, including hospitals, clinics, and home care, providing critical care to patients. Demand for skilled respiratory therapists is high and is expected to continue to grow, providing strong job prospects for RRTs.

Accreditation
The IRSC Associate in Science in Respiratory Care program at Indian River State College is accredited by the Commission on Accreditation for Respiratory Care (CoARC). Program #200380. CoARC accredits respiratory therapy education programs in the United States. To achieve this end, it utilizes an “outcome-based” process. Programmatic outcomes are performance indicators that reflect the extent to which the educational goals of the program are achieved and by which program effectiveness is documented.

Programmatic Outcomes Data

CoARC
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Additional Program Information:

• Respiratory Care Program Expenses
• Respiratory Care Program Student Handbook
• Occupational Risks
• Health Science Physical Examination and Immunization Form
• Background Check and Drug Screening Requirements
• Health Sciences Division Handbook
• Post Exposure Protocol
• CPR Training
• Report Accident (Incident) Form
• AG Student Accident Claim Form
• Liability/Accident Insurance Coverage
• Insurance Procedures
• Allied Health Program Overview
• Refund Policy