Respiratory Therapy
Associate Degree in Applied Science
What You’ll Learn
Studying respiratory therapy at Forsyth Tech offers a comprehensive program that prepares individuals for a rewarding career in respiratory care. Students gain theoretical knowledge and practical skills in anatomy, physiology, diagnostics, and therapeutic interventions. With hands-on training and clinical experiences, graduates are equipped to excel as respiratory therapists, providing treatments and patient education to improve respiratory well-being.
Click here for Minimum Admissions Requirements (MAR)
Orientation Session Video
Outcomes
- Respiratory Anatomy
- Ventilation Techniques
- Oxygen Therapy
- Pulmonary Function Testing
- Airway Management
- Mechanical Ventilation
- Patient Assessment
- Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR)
Curriculum & Class Schedule
Legend:
AComprehensive Articulation Agreement (This course is recommended for students transferring to a four-year university.)
LLocal Requirement
IInstructional Service Agreement
UUniversal General Education Transfer Component (UGETC)
GGlobal Distinction
RRequisite(s)
Disclaimer line: This is a suggested list. You will consult with an academic advisor to develop your exact curriculum, based on your interests and any credits you may already have obtained prior to arriving at Forsyth Tech.
ENG 111: Writing and Inquiry
U G RCredit Hours: 3
RCP 110: Intro to Respiratory Care
RCredit Hours: 4
RCP 113: RCP Pharmacology
RCredit Hours: 2
RCP 132: RCP Clinical Practice I
RCredit Hours: 2
Select one:
BIO 163: Basic Anat & Physiology
Credit Hours: 5
BIO 168: Anatomy and Physiology I
Credit Hours: 4
BIO 169: Anatomy and Physiology II
RCredit Hours: 4
CHM 131: Introduction to Chemistry
Credit Hours: 3
CHM 131A: Introduction to Chemistry Lab
Credit Hours: 1
RCP 111: Thrapeutics/Diagnostics
RCredit Hours: 5
RCP 114: C-P Anatomy & Physiology
Credit Hours: 3
RCP 115: C-P Pathophysiology
Credit Hours: 2
RCP 142: RCP Clinical Practice II
RCredit Hours: 2
RCP 112: Patient Management
RCredit Hours: 4
RCP 152: RCP Clinical Practice III
RCredit Hours: 2
RCP 222: Special Practice Lab
Credit Hours: 1
RCP 210: Critical Care Concepts
RCredit Hours: 4
RCP 214: Neonatal/Peds RC
RCredit Hours: 2
RCP 236: RCP Clinical Practice IV
RCredit Hours: 6
: Humanities/Fine Arts Elective
Credit Hours: 3
Select one:
PSY 118: Interpersonal Psychology
Credit Hours: 3
PSY 150: General Psychology (Global)
U GCredit Hours: 3
RCP 211: Adv Monitoring/Procedures
RCredit Hours: 4
RCP 215: Career Preparation
RCredit Hours: 1
RCP 247: RCP Clinical Practice V
RCredit Hours: 7
Select one:
COM 120: Intro Interpersonal Com (Global)
U GCredit Hours: 3
COM 231: Public Speaking (Global)
U GCredit Hours: 3
ENG 112: Writing/Research in the Disc (Global)
U G RCredit Hours: 3
ENG 115: Oral Communication
Credit Hours: 3
Legend:
AComprehensive Articulation Agreement (This course is recommended for students transferring to a four-year university.)
LLocal Requirement
IInstructional Service Agreement
UUniversal General Education Transfer Component (UGETC)
GGlobal Distinction
RRequisite(s)
- Respiratory Therapist
- Pulmonary Function Technologist
- Sleep Technologist
- Asthma Educator
- Home Care Specialist
- Pulmonary Rehabilitation Therapist
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Forsyth Tech is located at:
2100 Silas Creek Parkway,
Winston-Salem, NC 27103