Notes on employment for Respiratory therapists

  • An associate degree has become the general requirement for entry into this field.
  • Hospitals will continue to employ the vast majority of respiratory therapists, but a growing number of therapists will work in other settings.
  • Job opportunities will be very good, especially for therapists with cardiopulmonary care skills or experience working with newborns and infants.




More information on Respiratory therapists from The U.S. Department of Labor Bureau of Labor Statistics Occupational Outlook Handbook
Overview of Respiratory therapists occupation
Number of Respiratory therapists in the U.S.
Salary and earnings for Respiratory therapists
Working conditions for Respiratory therapists
Significant points for Respiratory therapists
Training requirements for Respiratory therapists



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