What do they do?
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A respiratory therapist assesses and treats patients with breathing problems. They also perform procedures to determine lung and heart function and administer oxygen as well as breathing treatments.
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Where do they work?
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Hospitals, nursing facilities, home care, physician offices and clinics.
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Educational Requirements
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Training programs range from 2-4 years (associate or bachelor's degree) and include certification and state licensure.
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More Information
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American Association for Respiratory Care
11030 Ables Lane
Dallas, TX 75229-4593
972-243-2272
http://www.aarc.org
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Committee on Accreditation for Respiratory Care
1248 Harwood Road
Bedford, TX 76021-4244
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National Board for Respiratory Care, Inc.
8310 Nieman Road
Lenexa, KS 66214-1579
http://www.nbrc.org
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