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CAD 30360

Annual Tuition Fee

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*Subject to change and other fees
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CAD 150

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36 months

Duration

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6

IELTS

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80

TOEFL

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63%

Min GPA

Program Overview

Respiratory Therapists are dedicated to the diagnosis, treatment, rehabilitation and education of patients with heart and lung disorders. As a Respiratory Therapist, you’ll work with patients of all ages, from infants and children to adults and geriatrics. The Respiratory Therapist is a crucial life-saving and life-supporting professional, and as a NAIT graduate you’ll be well equipped to work in a wide variety of hospital and health care settings.

What You Will Learn
Hands-on, industry-relevant training
Learn to plan and implement diagnostic procedures for patients suffering from a wide range of heart and lung disorders. This 3-year diploma program will feature simulation experience, with classroom and lab instruction, combined with clinical rotations in various hospital settings. The program features hands-on training in areas such as:

  • Human anatomy, physiology, pharmacology and pathophysiology
  • Airway management and cardiopulmonary testing, monitoring and resuscitation
  • Assessment of cardio-respiratory patient status; ventilator support; testing and evaluation of respiratory equipment

Classroom and study hours

  • 27 hours per week attending classes over the course of a semester.
  • 10 to 15 hours per week studying and completing class assignments.
  • Upon successful completion of the RET program the graduate is eligible to challenge the Canadian Board for Respiratory Care (CBRC) entry-to-practice certification examination to become a registered respiratory therapist.
  • In order to practice as a Respiratory Therapist in the province of Alberta, technologists are required to be registered with the College and Association of Respiratory Therapists of Alberta to obtain a license to practice.
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Additional Information

Program Level UG Certificate / Diploma

College/University Processing Time 30 Days

Program Format Full-Time

Post-Graduation Work Permit (PGWP) work permit

Program Intake

Open

Sep 2025

Closed

Sep 2024

General Admission Requirement

  • IELTS
    • Minimum Overall Score - 6.0  Minimum Listening - 6.0  Minimum Reading - 6.0  Minimum Writing - 6.0  Minimum Speaking - 6.0  
  • TOEFL
    • Minimum Overall Score - 80 - With no score less than - 20
  • PTE
    • Minimum Overall Score - 58
  • DUOLINGO
    • Minimum Overall Score - 115.0  

Academic Requirement

  • Minimum Level of Education Required: To be accepted into this program, applicants must have Grade 12 / High School Diploma or equivalent including the following required course(s):
    • 63% in each of
      • Grade 12 Language Arts (English 30-2)
      • Grade 12 Mathematics (Math 30-2)
      • Grade 12 Biology (Biology 30)
      • Grade 12 Chemistry (Chemistry 30)

6 IELTS Score
80 TOEFL Score Minimum Overall Score
58 PTE Score Minimum Overall Score
115 Duolingo Minimum Overall Score
63% CGPA Minimum Overall Score

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Tuition Fee

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Average Tuition Fee Per Year

30360

Tuition Fee
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CAD 150

Application Fee
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11000 Per year

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