Become a vital member of the healthcare team with the Casper College respiratory therapy program. Respiratory therapists are life-saving specialists who evaluate, treat, and care for patients of all ages—from premature infants with undeveloped lungs to elderly patients with chronic conditions. Whether you are a traditional student looking for a high-tech medical career or a nontraditional student seeking a stable profession with immense growth, our program equips you with the skills to manage complex cardiopulmonary disorders.
We offer a high-intensity Associate of Science (A.S.) degree that qualifies you to sit for national board examinations and enter the workforce as a licensed professional.
Casper College is a national leader in “affordable excellence,” consistently ranking as one of the best values for higher education in Wyoming. We are committed to helping you understand the investment you are making in your future by providing transparent cost information and personalized support. While individual costs vary based on residency and course load, many students use a combination of federal grants, the Hathaway Scholarship, and other funding sources to help manage their educational expenses.
We encourage you to use our net price calculator and contact our financial aid office for a customized estimate of your costs and aid eligibility.
The demand for respiratory therapists is projected to grow significantly as the population ages and cardiopulmonary needs increase.
The Casper College Respiratory Therapy Program is accredited by the Commission on Accreditation for Respiratory Care (CoARC). Our program is a multi-year recipient of the Distinguished RRT Credentialing Success Award, reflecting our graduates’ consistent excellence in passing national licensure exams.
The Associate of Science (A.S.) in Respiratory Therapy is designed for immediate clinical practice, but it also provides a powerful springboard for further education. Through our 3+1 Dual Degree pathways, many graduates continue on to earn a Bachelor of Science in Health Sciences while working in the field. By starting at CC, you benefit from small class sizes and personalized mentorship—advantages that lead to a stronger foundation for advanced professional roles in healthcare leadership or specialized medicine. Learn more at Transfer Agreements.
Please return your application packet to Saunders Health Science building room 202 or mail to: Respiratory Therapy Program, Casper College, 125 College Drive, Casper, WY 82601. They can also be emailed to Grant Hosking at grant.hosking@caspercollege.
Students in certain cities in and around Wyoming may now complete their coursework online and at the same time, gain their clinical experience in one of several partner communities that are closer to home. Contact us to learn more about the hybrid program and if it is available in your city. Currently available in these cities:
Respiratory therapists evaluate, treat and care for clients with breathing disorders. They work under the direction of physicians to assist in the diagnosis, treatment and management of clients with pulmonary disorders. Respiratory therapists utilize high-tech equipment and practice many types of therapies including: medical gases, medications, aerosols, bronchopulmonary drainage, ventilator support and airway management to help patients breathe easier.
Job opportunities for respiratory therapists can be found in hospitals, home health care, air and ground medical transport, and pulmonary laboratories. Most work in hospitals on intensive care, critical care, neonatal and routine floors. There is an estimated 40% increase in the need for respiratory therapists in the coming years.
According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, as of Sept. 2022, the median salary for respiratory therapists is $61,830 per year, and the employment of respiratory therapists is projected to grow 14% from 2021 to 2031, much faster than the average for all occupations. As of 2021, the number of available respiratory therapist jobs sit at 135,800.
Our program spans 24 months of continuous education (including two summer sessions). Clinical instruction is conducted in 11 locations throughout Wyoming, Nebraska, and Montana. A neonatal clinical rotation will occur during the last semester of the program in Montana.
Call Lupe at 307-268-2235 and she will send you the admission guide
Students must have completed these courses or be enrolled at the time of application. Midterm grades will be used in the application ranking process if the student has not completed the course by April 6th.
It’s been a really good experience. I’ve gained so much knowledge in a short time. I feel confident that I’ll be successful when I graduate—and I’m excited for the future.
Program Director, Respiratory Therapy
Academic Assistant, School of Health Science
Dean, School of Health Science
