A Respiratory Therapist assists patients with their breathing.
Respiratory Therapists work with physicians and other health care
professionals in the diagnosis, treatment and care of patients with
respiratory and associated disorders.
approximate salary: $49,081 – $66,826
high school preparation: Academic high school diploma with an
emphasis on English, Mathematics, Chemistry and Physics (or Biology for the
Dalhousie program).
academic requirements: 3 year diploma program or 4 year bachelor
degree.
educational institutes in atlantic canada offering a program:
• Dalhousie University, NS
• University of New Brunswick, NB
• New Brunswick Community College, NB
• Université de Moncton in partnership with the New Brunswick Community
College, NB
• College of the North Atlantic, NL


Experience the satisfaction of a helping profession


