Respiratory Therapy Advanced Diploma

Tuition is $9,800 for the 2026-27 academic year.

Graduates are qualified to work as respiratory therapists in healthcare settings. The program trains students to assess and manage respiratory conditions across all age groups. It combines theory with hands-on practice using simulation and real clinical environments. Students complete five clinical practicums in hospitals and community sites.

Two-and-a-half-year full-time on-campus program with five clinical practicums and hands-on lab training.

Graduates enter careers as respiratory therapists in acute care, community care, and diagnostic laboratories.

Grade 12 with minimum 70% average in English Language Arts 30, Biology 30, Chemistry 30, and either Foundations of Mathematics 30 or Pre-Calculus 30. International students must meet program-specific English language requirements. Required documents include a Criminal Record Check, Vulnerable Sector Search, First Aid, CPR BLS-HCP, N95 fit testing, WHMIS certification, and TLR® certification.

On-campus, full-time, two-and-a-half years.

Saskatchewan Polytechnic, Regina, is a hands-on institution known for industry-focused technical and vocational education. Established roots and modern facilities support a practical approach to learning that prepares students for direct entry into the workforce. The Regina campus offers applied programs designed to meet regional and national labour needs, with a student body that includes a significant international presence and a commitment to experiential learning.

Programs cover a broad range of trades, health technologies, business and engineering technologies, with 27 distinct options that emphasize applied skills, labs and work placements. Strong partnerships with local employers shape curricula and create practicum and co-op opportunities, allowing students to build professional networks and accumulate workplace experience before graduation. Faculty with industry backgrounds provide mentorship and skill-focused instruction aligned with employer expectations.

Campus services support both domestic and international students through advising, skills development and career-centred workshops, helping graduates navigate job search and credential recognition. The college’s practical training model, combined with vibrant community ties in Regina, makes it a pragmatic choice for students seeking applied learning and clear pathways into employment across Saskatchewan and beyond.