Respiratory Therapist Requirements, Skills & Qualifications

The following common skills and qualifications are required of a Respiratory Therapist:

Completion of an accredited respiratory therapy program or technical college course for respiratory therapy.
Relevant licence and certification.
Respiratory care, emergency care, and intensive care experience.
Strong knowledge of pulmonary function and pulmonary rehabilitation.
Experience with respiratory equipment.

Note that this is not an exhaustive list of Respiratory Therapist skill, qualifications and experience. Job requirements for specific Respiratory Therapist roles may vary, depending on the industry and type of employer.

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