Respiratory Care Week: Celebrating our Program
The American Association for Respiratory Care (AARC) celebrates National Respiratory Care Week October 22-28. The AARC says, “This annual observance is not merely a week of celebration; it’s a testament to the unity, dedication, and profound impact that respiratory therapists have on patient care and healthcare as a whole. Through shared values, patient advocacy, and community engagement, respiratory therapists pave the way for a healthier future, leaving an indelible mark on the hearts and lives of those they touch.”
Kettering College is proud to have a thriving Respiratory Care program that has received the lucrative President’s Award for Excellence every year since the award was created. Our 3-year track to earn a Bachelor of Science in Respiratory Care prepares students to enjoy a lucrative career as a registered respiratory therapist. Respiratory therapists (RTs) work alongside physicians and nurses to administer medical care to a wide range of patients with a variety of breathing issues. RTs can do things such as give patients oxygen, manage ventilators, and administer drugs to the lungs.
It is a career field that continues to grow, and our graduates enjoy the security of knowing fulfilling jobs are waiting for them. The Bureau of Labor Statistics states the employment of RTs is projected to grow 13 percent by 2032, much faster than the average for all occupations. About 8,600 openings for respiratory therapists are projected each year, on average, over the decade.
Celebrating a Respiratory Care Student
Jenna Kendall is a current Respiratory Care student. One of the reasons she chose this field of study is because she suffers from asthma and can empathize with patients who have trouble breathing.
She adds, “That isn’t the only reason that I love this profession. It deals with individuals in all kinds of different atmospheres and conditions, it is in demand and growing rapidly, and we are a critical part of the healthcare system. We will always be faced with a challenge and grow as a professional while helping others who need it the most.”
Jenna is happy she chose Kettering College to earn her Bachelor of Science in Respiratory Care. She says, “The program here at Kettering College is one of a kind. There is not a single person affiliated with the program who doesn’t want to push and help you be the best version of yourself professionally and personally. You are given two ways to learn and engage: in class and clinically. Class sizes are small, so that helps you to learn the way you learn best. Your boards at the end of your two years at Kettering College are taken very seriously, and you are well prepared to pass and start your career.”
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