How long is the Respiratory Therapy at Southern Alberta Institute of Technology?
3 Year Diploma

What you need to get in to the Respiratory Therapy at Southern Alberta Institute of Technology?
Alberta High School Diploma or equivalent with an average of 60% in each of English 30, Pure Math 30, Applied Math 30 or Math 31, Chemistry 30, Biology 30, and Physics 20. Post-secondary courses may be equivalent to the above. For upgrading options, please see our Pre-Careers program. English Proficiency: English is the language of instruction in all programs at SAIT and the primary language of most workplaces in Alberta. Prior to admission to this program, all applicants are required to demonstrate proficiency in the English language in one of the following ways: 1. Successful completion of the named prerequisite English course or equivalent, PLUS at least three years of formal full-time study at an English designated secondary school or post-secondary institution in an English speaking country which SAIT recognizes as English-language proficiency exempt. 2. Proof on application of a minimum score of 8 in Canadian Language Benchmarks Assessment (CLBA) in all categories. The CLBA measures English proficiency in Listening, Speaking, Reading and Writing. Further information about the CLBA may be obtained at http://www.language.ca/. Due to restrictions within the practicum component of this program, international applications will not be accepted. This program receives more applications than we have seats. The following outlines the selection process presently in place: Applicants will be short-listed based on their prerequisite average, a career investigation questionnaire, a suitability questionnaire, a hospital tour and completion of a program information session on site or online. Specific information will be sent to applicants meeting the minimum requirements. The usual number of seats available in this program is 44. Successful candidates must sign a practicum agreement contract prior to final acceptance.

For more information on the Respiratory Therapy at Southern Alberta Institute of Technology
(403) 284-7248

Does the :program offer a Coop?
No

Distance Education Available:
No

What type of learning environment should I expect in the Respiratory Therapy?
In Class Study