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UCC is the only educational institution in British Columbia to offer a program in Respiratory Therapy. The program is accredited by the Canadian Society of Respiratory Therapists. The program consists of two eight-month sessions of instruction at UCC followed by 47 weeks of clinical internship at accredited hospitals. Following successful completion of the program the graduate is awarded a College Diploma and is eligible to sit the National Certification Examination, for the professional qualification of R.R.T. (Registered Respiratory Therapist).
During the first two years of the program, students spend some time at the Royal Inland Hospital, Kamloops, observing clinical procedures. The clinical year begins in early June following the second College session and students spend time at various hospitals gaining exposure to all aspects of the duties of a Respiratory Therapist. Clinical year students will rotate between hospitals in the Interior, Lower Mainland and Vancouver Island. Applicants must be prepared to relocate as required. Specific rotations cannot be guaranteed.