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Program description - September 2025

Program overview

This three-year program:

  • is designed to satisfy the educational requirements to register as a Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) and aligns curriculum with the National Competency Framework for Respiratory Therapy.
  • is nationally accredited by Accreditation Canada - EQual.
  • is fully integrated and has a diverse learning environment which uses classroom education, laboratory sessions, clinically immersive simulation, e-learning, and early clinical exposure.
    • level 5 and 6 Work-integrated learning (WIL) experiences take place at our health-care partner sites throughout Southern Ontario.
  • has hands-on practical assessments, intentionally designed to prepare you for real-world expectations.

    Working in respiratory therapy

    Respiratory Therapists:

  • specialize in identifying and treating cardiopulmonary disorders.
  • are an integral part of the critical care team and provide services such as ventilation and airway management, suction therapy, cardiopulmonary resuscitation, oxygen and aerosol therapy, patient assessment and evaluation.
  • bring expertise to community settings such as community care, complex care, asthma and COPD education, rehabilitation, education and medical equipment sales.
  • work in a physically and emotionally demanding environment. Work environments vary, but generally include:
    • long work hours (12-hour shifts, including night shifts).
    • being on your feet for long periods of time.
    • participating in physical activities such as CPR and lifting/positioning patients.
    • being involved in emotionally stressful situations with critically ill patients.

      Note:

      If you have a medical condition that might impact your ability to perform in a clinical setting, you are strongly advised to contact the Respiratory Therapy Program Coordinator and/or Accessibility Services before confirming your acceptance in the program.

 

Note:

  • This is a highly competitive program. Apply by February 1 (for September). See oversubscribed programs for more information.
  • Students living outside of Ontario are not eligible to apply.

Program details

Code: 1166
Start: September 2025
Campus: Kitchener – Doon
Delivery: Hybrid
Length: 3 years
Credential: Ontario College Advanced Diploma

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Tuition & fees


​Tuition and fee details for the 2024-2025 academic year (September to August) are listed below. Books and supplies may be additional. Tuition and fee details for terms starting September 2025 and later will be available Spring 2025.


2 Terms

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International

Tuition
$3312.00
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Ancillary Fees
$3150.22
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Total Fees
$6462.22
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Canadian fee details

Description Fall 2024 Winter 2025
Program Tuition Fee (ACR) $1656.00 $1656.00
Administration Fee $25.00 $25.00
Capital Development Fee $84.22 $84.22
CSI Advocacy Fee $8.00 $8.00
CSI Association Fee $102.00 $102.00
CSI Extended Health & Dental Plan Fee $330.00 -
CSI Legal Care Fee $30.00 -
CSI UPass Fee $118.97 $118.97
eText Fee $385.00 $462.00
Graduation/Alumni Services Fee $20.00 $20.00
HST $47.84 -
ONE Card Fee $7.50 $7.50
Recreation/Athletics Fee $70.50 $70.50
Student Services $86.00 $86.00
Supply Fee (Taxed) $368.00 -
Technology Enhancement Fee $110.00 $110.00
Work-Integrated Learning (WIL) Documentation Fee $115.00 -
CSI - Student Welcome Kit Fee (optional) $70.00 -
CSI Student Club & Society Fee (optional) $4.00 $4.00
CSI Student Events Fee (optional) $30.00 $30.00
Sustainability Fee (optional) $5.00 $5.00
Term Total $3673.03 $2789.19
Year Total   $6462.22

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Program device requirements

Program device & software requirements

This program requires you to have a device that meets certain specifications. For most students, this cost is in addition to the tuition & fees listed above.

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Financial assistance

The Ontario Student Assistance Program (OSAP) is a needs-based program designed to help Ontario students cover the cost of post-secondary education. Funded by the federal and provincial governments, OSAP is intended to promote equality of opportunity for post-secondary studies through direct financial assistance for educational costs and living expenses. These interest-free loans are intended to supplement your financial resources and those of your family. The majority of students apply for loan assistance via the OSAP website. Students can also print the application booklet through the OSAP website. For more information, please visit OSAP & aid.

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Delivery sequence - September 2025 - Kitchener – Doon

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