Respiratory Care Therapy/Therapist at Saint Paul College in Saint Paul, MN
Total Graduates
18
Class of 2023
Male Graduates
44%
8 of 18
Female Graduates
56%
10 of 18
Annual Tuition
$5,486
In-state rate
Program Overview
Program Details
Recent Outcomes
Career Outcomes for Graduates
Primary Career Path
Health Specialties Teachers, Postsecondary
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.
Your Future Work Environment
Mixed
Setting
Moderate
Physical Demands
Small Team
Team Size
Occasional
Travel
Work Schedule
Indoor/Outdoor
Autonomy Level
Moderate
Overtime Expectations
Regular hours are typical, overtime is rare
Customer Interaction
Moderate
Technology & Tools You'll Master
Digital Literacy Required
BASIC
Technology Intensity
MEDIUM
● Beneficial Software
Digital Competencies You'll Develop
Note: This program will equip you with basic level digital skills. The software and technologies listed are based on typical industry requirements for Respiratory Care Therapy/Therapist..
Is This Career Right for You?
Interest Profile (Holland Codes)
helping and working with people; research, analysis, and problem-solving; hands-on, practical work with tools and equipment
What does this mean? ▼
This career is best suited for people who enjoy:
- Helping others
- Teaching
- Conducting research
- Solving complex problems
- Building things
- Working with hands
Ideal Candidate Profile
👤 Personality Traits
💡 Interests
⭐ Work Values
❓ Ask Yourself These Questions
Do you enjoy helping and working with people; research, analysis, and problem-solving; hands-on, practical work with tools and equipment?
Are you comfortable working mixed with moderate physical demands?
Do you enjoy collaborating with team members?
Do you value speaking?
Are you willing to develop the technical skills required for this field?
✓ This Career May Be Great For You If:
- • Hands-on learners who enjoy practical work
- • Analytical thinkers who enjoy problem-solving
- • People-oriented individuals who enjoy helping others
⚠ Consider These Challenges:
- • Those who prefer desk-based, theoretical work
- • Those who prefer routine tasks
- • Those who prefer working independently
Note: This assessment is based on typical requirements and characteristics for careers in this field. Individual experiences may vary. Consider your own interests, values, and goals when making career decisions.