Our students are working full-time jobs, they are parents, they have family responsibilities, so choosing a two-year, full-time program is a huge sacrifice.

Cara Garrett

Dean of Health Services

Picture a group of students arriving on campus who have worked a shift already or whose kids were up all night, yet show up day after day for the demanding Respiratory Therapy labs and classes. Among them are international students, some of whom are thousands of miles from home, fueling their dreams of helping others and building new futures. Their commitment is seen in every study session and moment spent mastering clinical skills. Their perseverance and unity define the spirit of our program.

2026’s Respiratory Therapists

88% of graduates passed their Therapist-Multiple-Choice (TCM) exam on their first try, earning Certified Respiratory Therapist (CRT) licensure.

The Spring 2026 Respiratory Therapy graduates are a testament to their excellent work and drive. Around 20% more SPC students passed the TCM exam than the national average, ranging from 63% to 69%. All SPC students with high cut scores passed the Clinical Simulation Examination, thereby certifying them as Registered Respiratory Therapists, a result that is between 39% and 69% higher than the national average.

These results are more than numbers; they are stories of students encouraging each other, faculty making themselves available outside the classroom, and the palpable excitement as exam results arrived. The quality of the Saint Paul College (SPC) program shines through every student’s achievement.

SPC’s licensure pass rates reflect the strength of our program, which is supported by up-to-date equipment, dedicated faculty, and the hard work and commitment of our Respiratory Therapy students.

Cara Garrett

Dean of Health Services

The Respiratory Therapy Program

When you walk into the respiratory therapy labs, you’ll find faculty guiding students through real-world scenarios using the latest equipment and tailoring instructions to individual learning styles. Faculty host hands-on workshops and mentor students, ensuring each one feels prepared for both the CRT and RRT exams.

To keep our facilities and curriculum aligned with professional standards, faculty use the OneVision program to embed exam-like challenges into coursework. Before exam day, students participate in a two-day licensure exam review, working side by side with their peers and instructors to sharpen their skills and boost their confidence.

Instructor standing beside a whiteboard and pointing to a hand-drawn chart comparing ventilator modes labeled “VC” and “PC” while students sit at desks in a classroom.
OneVision RC Education logo displayed on a dark blue background, featuring the words “OneVision” in large white text and “RC EDUCATION” below, with two stylized green and blue figures above the lettering.
Two instructors teaching at the front of a respiratory care classroom, standing near a whiteboard filled with ventilation concepts and medical terminology while students watch from their desks.

The Future of the Program

The Perkins grant has truly empowered our programs and faculty to go above and beyond for students. In addition to supporting respiratory therapy, it helped cover the cost of the licensed practical nurse exam in December 2025, which achieved a 94% pass rate. As the grant concludes in the coming academic year, we remain inspired to continue pursuing innovative solutions and maintaining our commitment to student success. We will build on what OneVision taught the faculty and continue it in future classes, while proactively ensuring that the skills and information taught align with what students will experience in the real world. Our goals remain: to prepare each student for their licensure exams and careers in Respiratory Therapy.

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