About Us

East Los Angeles College proudly provides their students with high-quality education and preparation in careers via our CEWD Programs.

Healthcare is the second largest industry in the United States, employing over eight million workers. Many of these professions can be entered directly with an A.S. degree or certificate. With an increased focus on the need for well trained and effective healthcare personnel, the Respiratory Therapy [RT] Department offers state and nationally approved Certificate and Degree programs. The in-depth classroom instruction is blended with practical, hands-on learning to equip students wit h the necessary knowledge and skills to work in a wide variety of Respiratory Therapy facilities and environments. The faculty members are highly educated, with extensive professional experience needed to teach today's students; clinical students train with the most modern medical devices and technology in both actual and simulated healthcare environments, to learn the latest industry practices and procedures. All program graduates are eligible to take all local, state, or national credentialing and/or licensure examinations.

Students pursuing careers in Respiratory Therapy learn essential skills and technologies and are given the opportunity to enhance their knowledge, skills, and competencies to meet the demands and the commitment required for a career in the profession. The core courses provide in-depth information in to Respiratory Therapy careers and trends in the field, the occupational and educational opportunities, and the educational, physical, emotional, and atitutdinal requirements to be a successful respiratory therapist. The Associate Degree Respiratory Therapy Program prepares students to meet both the Advanced Practice standards of the National Board for Respiratory Care (NBRC) and the Respiratory Care Board of California's (RCB) increased licensure requirements.

Under the "About Us" tab on the left hand-side, you can find this Program's Goals and Mission, and Vision, Value and Philosophy.