Respiratory therapist: training, further training, overview of providers
Respiratory therapist training - an interesting profession in the health sector
Questions and answers
What is the approximate cost of training as a respiratory therapist?
A good and well-founded "Breath Therapist Training" costs between CHF 15,000 and 25,000, depending on the provider and duration. Good training is an important investment for the later successful management of your own practice. If you set yourself up well, you can recoup these costs within a reasonable period of time.
What is taught in respiratory physiotherapy training?
In respiratory physiotherapy training, you learn to consciously perceive the breathing process and thereby make breathing easier in the long term. This includes
- Breathing and physical exercises
- Manual therapy methods
- Therapeutic discussions
- Meditation and relaxation
- Mindfulness and awareness-enhancing applications
- Vocal work with the voice (voice work)
- Meridian system
How long does it take to train as a respiratory therapist?
Training as a respiratory therapist is part of complementary therapy. The method training usually takes around 3 years. Anyone seeking a federal AFPE qualification as a complementary therapist in the method of respiratory therapy must also complete the Tronc Commun and an internship as well as specialist supervision in addition to the KT industry certificate in the method.
What are possible fields of work in respiratory therapy?
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