Respiratory Care Therapy/Therapist at Chattanooga State Community College in Chattanooga, TN
Total Graduates
8
Class of 2024
Male Graduates
25%
2 of 8
Female Graduates
75%
6 of 8
Annual Tuition & Fees
$4,550
In-state, incl. fees
Program Overview
Program Details
Recent Outcomes
Verified Program Outcomes
Completion and employment results reported to the U.S. Department of Labor for Chattanooga State Community College programs on the state Eligible Training Provider List. Missing values ("—") mean the state suppressed or did not report that metric — they never mean zero.
| Program | Completion rate | Employed 6 mo after exit | Employed 1 yr after exit | Median quarterly earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| RADIOLOGIC TECHNOLOGY | 57% | 81% | 85% | $11,294 |
| RESPIRATORY CARE | 69% | 91% | 91% | $12,100 |
| NUCLEAR MEDICINE TECHNOLOGY | 36% | 78% | 75% | $8,238 |
| EMERGENCY MEDICAL SERVICES-EMERGENCY MEDICAL TECHNICIAN | 16% | 86% | 83% | $7,987 |
| RADIATION THERAPY | 77% | 91% | 91% | $12,621 |
| MAGNETIC RESONANCE IMAGING | 50% | 95% | 95% | $15,575 |
| Emergency Medical Services-Paramedic Technical Certificate | — | 100% | 83% | $11,118 |
| MAMMOGRAPHY | 75% | 88% | 100% | $9,642 |
| EMERGENCY MEDICAL TECHNICIAN (EMT) TRAINING | 100% | — | — | — |
In the RADIOLOGIC TECHNOLOGY program at Chattanooga State Community College, 81% of students were employed within 6 months of exit, and 57% completed the program, and median earnings in the second quarter after exit were $11,294 (U.S. Department of Labor, PY 2023).
In the RESPIRATORY CARE program at Chattanooga State Community College, 91% of students were employed within 6 months of exit, and 69% completed the program, and median earnings in the second quarter after exit were $12,100 (U.S. Department of Labor, PY 2023).
In the NUCLEAR MEDICINE TECHNOLOGY program at Chattanooga State Community College, 78% of students were employed within 6 months of exit, and 36% completed the program, and median earnings in the second quarter after exit were $8,238 (U.S. Department of Labor, PY 2023).
In the EMERGENCY MEDICAL SERVICES-EMERGENCY MEDICAL TECHNICIAN program at Chattanooga State Community College, 86% of students were employed within 6 months of exit, and 16% completed the program, and median earnings in the second quarter after exit were $7,987 (U.S. Department of Labor, PY 2023).
In the RADIATION THERAPY program at Chattanooga State Community College, 91% of students were employed within 6 months of exit, and 77% completed the program, and median earnings in the second quarter after exit were $12,621 (U.S. Department of Labor, PY 2023).
In the MAGNETIC RESONANCE IMAGING program at Chattanooga State Community College, 95% of students were employed within 6 months of exit, and 50% completed the program, and median earnings in the second quarter after exit were $15,575 (U.S. Department of Labor, PY 2023).
In the Emergency Medical Services-Paramedic Technical Certificate program at Chattanooga State Community College, 100% of students were employed within 6 months of exit, and median earnings in the second quarter after exit were $11,118 (U.S. Department of Labor, PY 2023).
In the MAMMOGRAPHY program at Chattanooga State Community College, 88% of students were employed within 6 months of exit, and 75% completed the program, and median earnings in the second quarter after exit were $9,642 (U.S. Department of Labor, PY 2023).
In the EMERGENCY MEDICAL TECHNICIAN (EMT) TRAINING program at Chattanooga State Community College, 100% completed the program (U.S. Department of Labor, PY 2023).
Source: U.S. Department of Labor, WIOA participant outcomes (trainingproviderresults.gov), PY 2023.
Career Outcomes for Graduates
Primary Career Path
Average Starting Salary
$105,620
10-Year Job Growth
+17.3%
Career Readiness Score
Related Career Paths
| Career Title | Starting Salary | Growth Rate | Skill Match | Mapping |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Health Specialties Teachers, Postsecondary
SOC: 25-1071 | $84,496 | +17.3% | 75%
| primary100% confidence
|
Health Technologists and Technicians, All Other
SOC: 29-2099 | $39,032 | +5.2% | 0%
| primary100% confidence
|
Neurodiagnostic Technologists
SOC: 29-2099 | $39,032 | +5.2% | 75%
| primary100% confidence
|
Ophthalmic Medical Technologists
SOC: 29-2099 | $39,032 | +5.2% | 75%
| primary100% confidence
|
Respiratory Therapists
SOC: 29-1126 | $64,360 | +12.1% | 75%
| primary100% confidence
|
Salary Progression
Starting Salary
$79,215
Peak Salary
$132,025
Total Growth
+67%
Skills You'll Gain
✓ Skills Covered in Program (10)
ℹ Career Preparation
This program covers the essential skills needed for your target career.
Career Readiness Assessment
Technical Skills Alignment
Education Level Match
Note: Career outcomes and salary data are based on national averages and industry projections. Actual results may vary based on location, experience, and individual circumstances.
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