Respiratory Care
Respiratory care at El Camino will challenge you to be your best. We’ll be here to help.
Get Started in Respiratory Care
Whether your passion is respiratory therapy, pulmonary rehabilitation, home respiratory care, or other specialties, you’ll be ready to start a career following graduation with our degree options.
It’s an accessible, affordable path to a rewarding, in-demand career.
Choose Your Path
Students can now choose from bachelor’s degree and associate degree options to prepare for respiratory care careers.
El Camino’s new bachelor’s degree in respiratory care is the first baccalaureate degree program in the college’s 75-year history.
- 18-Month Program
- Fully Online
- Flexible Scheduling
- Financial Aid Available
Deadline to Apply: June 30, 2023
The associate's degree in respiratory care program is designed for students planning to become California licensed respiratory care practitioners and registered respiratory care practitioners.
- 24-Month Program
- In-Person Curriculum
- Financial Aid Available
Fully Accredited Respiratory Care Program
El Camino's respiratory care program, which is fully accredited by the Commission on Accreditation for Respiratory Care (CoARC), is perfect for students who want to start their careers as soon as possible.
As an El Camino respiratory care graduate, we’ll help you build the scientific knowledge and hands-on skills for any career you choose.