How to Get Started

To get started in the Respiratory Care program, complete the admissions process at El Centro College. Check out the admission requirements (PDF - 352KB) for the Respiratory Care program.

When you meet with an academic advisor, mention your interest in the Respiratory Care program so he or she can help you determine which courses you should take. If you are planning to earn an associate degree, please note that you must complete 25 percent of your degree requirements at the college awarding the degree (El Centro College).

Tuition

Dallas County residents pay $123 per three-hour class — that’s $41 per credit hour, or less than $500 for a full semester load of 12 credit hours. Compare that to what you’d pay elsewhere! See DCCCD tuition rates for tuition according to your place of residency.

Courses Offered (Curriculum)

Our catalog provides detailed information about the courses we offer and the courses required for the Associate of Applied Sciences Degree in Respiratory Care.

Related Programs at DCCCD

If you like the health care industry, you might also be interested in these other health care-related degrees/programs at DCCCD colleges.

Developing Skills for Success

DCCCD’s Respiratory Care program is offered only at El Centro College. Its curriculum is taught in class during the last 13 months of the program, with lecture and lab at the college’s campus at 801 Main St. in downtown Dallas (maps). Clinical activity is conducted in health care facilities across Dallas County. There is no part-time or distance learning component for the program at this time.

Faculty Profiles

Our Respiratory Care faculty members not only have academic degrees, they also have real-world experience in the workplace, which makes them able to relate to the challenges you will face at work. Our instructors work closely with you one-on-one, helping you to learn new techniques and map career-enhancement strategies. See profiles of our Respiratory Care faculty.

Transferring From DCCCD

The Respiratory Care program is designed for direct entry into the workforce. However, if you are interested in earning a degree at a four-year institution, please visit the Transfer Services Web site for guidance on the transfer process.

Contact Us

If you have questions about the Respiratory Care program that aren’t answered on our Web site, please feel free to contact us.

Useful Links for More Information

Sources for more information on the respiratory care profession include: