Released: October 9, 2025
Applications are open through December 12 for the Respiratory Care program for the Spring 2026 term
Santa Fe Community College announces that the Respiratory Care program will host several open houses on October 30, November 17 and December 3. The Respiratory Care open houses offer prospective students the opportunity to visit the college’s state-of-the-art simulation labs, meet the Respiratory Care faculty and staff, and ask questions about the program. Prospective students can choose from a selection of open houses on different dates and times.
Respiratory Care student in the simulation lab
Respiratory Care Open Houses
in SFCC Health and Science Center, Room 433
- Thursday, October 30, noon to 3 p.m.
- Monday, November 17, 10 a.m. to noon.
- Wednesday, December 3, 10 a.m. to noon.
- Wednesday, December 3, 3 to 5 p.m.
Sarah Rodriguez, SFCC Director of Clinical Education for Respiratory Care said, “The faculty and staff are eager to talk with prospective students about the many career opportunities in New Mexico for respiratory therapists. We’re glad to answer questions about the program or application process.”
SFCC’s Respiratory Care program is great fit for individuals interested in getting into a fast-paced, in demand career in the health care field. The Respiratory Care program prepares people to become a respiratory care practitioner, a specialist in assessing and treating people with breathing and cardiopulmonary disorders.
The Respiratory Care program is accepting applications until December 12, 2025. If you would like more information about the program please reach out to the Director of Clinical Education, Sarah Rodriguez at 505-428-1082 or sarah.rodriguez2@sfcc.edu.
For program details, the application form, and instructions on how to apply, visit https://www.sfcc.edu/programs/respiratory-care.
Applicants are encouraged to apply as soon as possible. SFCC’s spring term begins January 20.
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