Overview
Program Code
MICH RS111
Credential Earned
Advanced Diploma
Program Type
Full-Time
Program Length
3 Years, Full-Time
Program Delivery
Hybrid
Application Method
OCAS
OSAP Eligibility
Yes
About the Program
The Respiratory Therapy program at The Michener Institute of Education at UHN provides students with full access to practice labs equipped with the most current and advanced respiratory therapy equipment, ensuring the lab and simulation activities mirror clinical realities. In the final year, students
Michener’s intensive program covers all facets of entry-to-practice requirements ensuring graduates are job-ready, including using medications, therapies and assessments to assist in the prevention, diagnosis and treatment of heart and lung disease, and how to use mechanical ventilators and other life support equipment to sustain life.
Course competencies include:
- Cardiopulmonary diagnostics and rehabilitation
- Pulmonary ventilation
- Pharmacological therapies
- Adult, pediatric and neonatal critical care
Respiratory Therapy is a regulated health profession. To work as a respiratory therapist in Ontario, graduates must be registered with the College of Respiratory Therapists of Ontario (CRTO). Graduates are eligible to write the national examinations, and upon successful completion of exams are eligible to work across Canada.
The Respiratory Therapy program is accredited by Accreditation Canada. Accreditation is a quality improvement process that ensures educational programs meet national standards and that students acquire the knowledge, skills, and competencies for safe and effective care at entry to practice.
About the Profession
Whether the goal is to work in a critical care environment or a community setting such as rehabilitation and homecare, Michener’s commitment to students is to instill the most current theory and the ability to execute those theories in a professional and accountable manner. Respiratory Therapists provide care to adults, children and newborns. In most cases, Respiratory Therapists work shifts that may be 10-12 hours long, and are a combination of days and nights and include weekends.
Respiratory therapists work in a variety of environments, including critical care units, emergency departments, operating rooms, diagnostic testing laboratories, rehabilitation programs and asthma clinics, homecare companies and pharmaceutical or medical equipment sales.
My time at Michener has been nothing but warm and welcoming! The program’s integration with all fields of health care and its relevance to current global health issues has made me love it even more.
Isveni S., Respiratory Therapy Student
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Key Dates for Full-Time Programs (2025/26)
- Applications Open: October 10, 2025
- Application Deadline: February 1, 2026
- Supporting Document Deadline: February 15, 2026
- Last Casper Date: February 20, 2026
- First Round of Offers Released: Mid – April 2026
- Full-Time Provisional Offer or Admission Deadline: July 15, 2026
- Application Evaluation Period: November 2025 – April 2026
- Application Acknowledgement Emails (Sent Weekly): Mid-November 2025 – February 1, 2026
- Active Waitlist for Qualified Applicants: June – September 2026
Costs
Respiratory Therapy (Full-Time Programs) - Domestic Tuition Fees
Year of Study | Semester | Tuition ($) | Student Fees ($) | Total Fees ($) |
---|---|---|---|---|
Year 1 | Fall* | 2,535.30 | 1,216.35 | 3,751.65 |
Year 1 | Winter | 2,535.30 | 489.32 | 3,024.62 |
Year 2 | Fall | 2,511.64 | 747.69 | 3,259.33 |
Year 2 | Winter | 2,511.64 | 326.26 | 2,837.90 |
Year 2 | Summer | 2,511.64 | 326.24 | 2,837.88 |
Year 3 | Fall | 2,498.01 | 776.95 | 3,274.96 |
Year 3 | Winter | 2,498.01 | 380.84 | 2,878.85 |
*Footnote: The non-refundable deposit will be applied to the total Fall tuition fees for incoming Year 1
Respiratory Therapy (Full-Time Programs) - International Tuition Fees
Year of Study | Semester | Tuition ($) | Student Fees ($) | Total Fees ($) |
---|---|---|---|---|
Year 1 | Fall* | 7,605.90 | 2,459.09 | 10,064.99 |
Year 1 | Winter | 7,605.87 | 730.67 | 8,336.54 |
Year 2 | Fall | 7,534.92 | 1,959.28 | 9,494.20 |
Year 2 | Winter | 7,534.95 | 487.14 | 8,022.09 |
Year 2 | Summer | 7,534.95 | 487.13 | 8,022.08 |
Year 3 | Fall | 7,494.03 | 2,018.20 | 9,512.23 |
Year 3 | Winter | 7,494.06 | 622.17 | 8,116.23 |
*Footnote: The non-refundable deposit will be applied to the total Fall tuition fees for incoming Year 1
Students Fees 2026-27 — Domestic and International Students
Students Fees 2026-27 - Domestic and International Students
Fee Items | Year 1 | Year 2 | Year 3 or Clinical | Part-Time Programs |
---|---|---|---|---|
Alumni | 35.01 | 35.01 | 35.01 | 7.00 |
Digital Media Fee | 335.09 | 335.09 | 180.95 | 44.90 |
Graduation | 59.90 | – | – | 17.30 |
Handbook | 11.14 | 11.14 | 11.14 | 11.15 |
Health / Counseling Services* | 140.04 | 140.04 | 140.04 | 21.00 |
Identification Card | 16.71 | – | – | 16.71 |
Locker | 10.50 | 10.50 | – | – |
LRC printing | 20.00 | – | – | 21.00 |
Orientation | 95.29 | – | – | – |
Student Success Network Fee | 102.49 | 102.49 | 50.13 | 50.13 |
Student Council – Athletics* | 40.85 | 40.85 | 40.85 | 27.43 |
Student Council – Operating | 38.99 | 38.99 | 38.99 | 19.50 |
Student Enrolment Fee | 50.13 | 50.13 | 50.13 | 11.13 |
Technology Fee* | 208.30 | 208.30 | 208.30 | 122.19 |
Subtotal: | 1164.44 | 972.54 | 755.54 | 368.44 |
External Fees — 2025/26
External Fee Items — Domestic Students
External Fees — 2025/26 External FeeItems - Domestic Students
Fee Items | Year 1 | Year 2 | Year 3 or Clinical | Part-Time Programs |
---|---|---|---|---|
Mask Fitting | 68.25 | – | – | – |
Student Health & Dental Insurance | 334.95 | 334.95 | 334.95 | – |
Student Bursary Levy | 17.33 | 17.33 | 17.33 | – |
Total: | 1,584.97 | 1,324.82 | 1,107.82 | 368.44 |
External Fee Items — International Students
External Fees — 2025/26 External FeeItems - International Students
Fee Items | Year 1 | Year 2 | Year 3 or Clinical | Part-Time Programs |
---|---|---|---|---|
International Student Health Insurance | 1,234.95 | 1,234.95 | 1,234.95 | – |
Mask Fitting | 68.25 | – | – | – |
International Support and Advising | 500.00 | 500.00 | 500.00 | – |
Total: | 2,967.64 | 2,707.49 | 2,490.49 | – |
Find the list of Required and Recommended Textbooks through Michener’s Learning Resource Collaboratory (LRC).
Every year, Michener offers scholarships and named bursary awards to students. Thanks to the generous support of our donors, general and discipline-specific scholarships and awards have been established to provide Michener’s full-time programs with financial aid.
The Ontario Student Assistance Program (OSAP) administers many financial aid programs, including loans, grants and scholarships. The eligibility rules for each program may change from one academic year to the next.
Students in Ultrasound are eligible to receive OSAP. Students should apply for OSAP online and email regoffice@michener.ca with any questions. Michener students may also be eligible, if qualified, for assistance under the Canada Student Loans (CSL) and/or the Ontario Student Loans (OSL) components of OSAP.
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Academic Requirements
Applicants to the Respiratory Therapy program must meet the below admission requirements:
- Completion of Ontario Secondary School Diploma (OSSD) or equivalent
- Minimum overall Grade 12 average of 75% (top Grade 12 U subjects)
- Minimum grade of 70% on the following pre-requisite courses:
- Grade 12 English, U level, or equivalent
- Grade 12 Math, U level, or equivalent
- Grade 12 Chemistry, U level, or equivalent
- Grade 12 Biology, U level, or equivalent
- Grade 11 or 12 Physics, U level, or equivalent
- One (1) additional grade 12 (University (U) or University/Mixed (U/M) level course
Visit the Out-Of-Province Equivalency page to verify high school equivalency levels.
Applicants with post-secondary education (university and/or college) must have a minimum CGPA# of 2.70 on the OMSAS~ Scale.
Post-secondary courses may be used to satisfy subject prerequisites. Applicants with post-secondary education must provide official transcripts for all secondary and post-secondary institutions attended. The academic minimums on the post-secondary record are a 65% in each subject prerequisite and a CGPA# of 70% (B-).
#CGPA will be calculated using the entire degree.
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- All applicants are required to complete the Casper Assessment
- To register for the Casper test, please use your OCAS Application Number (the 9-digit number found on your OCAS dashboard prepended by 25XXXXXXX)
- Casper test scores are sent directly to Michener. Please ensure you put Michener on your Casper distribution list. Please contact Casper directly for assistance.
- Only one test is required. Results from Casper test will be used to assess your application for all applicable programs.
CASPER Test Dates
Date | Time |
---|---|
Jul 20, 2025 | 4:00 p.m. EDT |
Aug 12, 2025 | 8:00 p.m. EDT |
Aug 28, 2025 | 8:00 p.m. EDT |
Sep 11, 2025 | 8:00 p.m. EDT |
Sep 23, 2025 | 8:00 p.m. EDT |
Oct 4, 2025 | 7:00 p.m. EDT |
Oct 9, 2025 | 8:00 p.m. EDT |
Oct 15, 2025 | 6:00 p.m. EDT |
Oct 15, 2025 | 8:00 p.m. EDT |
Oct 16, 2025 | 8:00 p.m. EDT |
Nov 6, 2025 | 8:00 p.m. EST |
Nov 30, 2025 | 4:00 p.m. EST |
Dec 2, 2025 | 8:00 p.m. EST |
Jan 8, 2026 | 8:00 p.m. EST |
Jan 22, 2026 | 8:00 p.m. EST |
Feb 19, 2026 | 8:00 p.m. EST |
Admission to the Respiratory Therapy program will be determined by an assessment of academic achievement, CGPA, (50%) and Casper test result (50%).
Supporting Documents
Applicants must submit the following documents by February 15, 2026:
- High School Transcripts (WES and/or ICAS evaluations if applicable)
- Postsecondary transcripts, if applicable (WES and/or ICAS evaluations if applicable)
- Additional proof of prerequisite completion if completed outside postsecondary transcripts
NOTE: Internationally educated applicants are required to have their education evaluated by WES or ICAS. Applicants for whom English is a second language must provide proof of an English language assessment. Please visit the Internationally Educated Applicants page for more information.
Where to submit documents:
- Physical or electronic copies of your official transcripts and credential evaluations (WES or ICAS) must be submitted directly by the host institution to OCAS or admissions@michener.ca
- English language assessments must be sent directly to OCAS or admissions@michener.ca by the assessment provider.
Additional Requirements
- English Language Proficiency and Credential Evaluation (International Students Only)
- Minimum Technology Requirements
- Health Requirements
Post Admission Requirements
Once students have accepted their offer of admission, they will need to meet the following post-admission requirements by the deadline indicated in the offer letter:
Health requirements are mandatory for all Michener students. Make sure to start the process of obtaining your health requirements immediately upon accepting your offer of admission to ensure that you meet the deadlines. This process will involve multiple visits to your physician/healthcare provider.
Students are responsible for costs incurred. More information is available on the Health Requirements page. Health Requirement documents are uploaded through the Michener Self-Service Portal. Contact the Health Services Department at healthservices@michener.ca for questions.
All students who accept an offer of admission into a Michener program must submit proof of a Vulnerable Sector Check, conducted at their expense. Completed Vulnerable Sector Checks are uploaded to the Michener Self-Service Portal. Failure to do so may result in a revocation of admission or restriction on clinical activities.
Students must attend respiratory protection training and be mask-fit tested prior to attending their clinical placement. Students must also comply with their clinical site’s respiratory protection policies. Visit the Mask Fit Testing page for more information.
In addition to offences disclosed under the Vulnerable Sector Check (VSC), accepted applicants are required to disclose if they have been charged with (where charges are still outstanding or unresolved) or convicted of an offense under any other Federal statute or international law (other offenses) and to disclose if they have been charged (where charges are still outstanding and unresolved) or have been disciplined by any professional body or association.
Accepted applicants will agree to complete annual mandatory training requirements including Cybersecurity Training and Workplace Hazardous Materials Information System (WHMIS) training program during the first week of classes.
Accepted applicants will agree to participate in learning activities that will include practicing real and/or simulated learning activities, which at times may involve fellow classmates, volunteers and/or other individuals under the supervision of qualified program faculty. Accepted applicants will also agree to act as a simulated patient for other students. These activities may also be evaluated to determine competence acquisition and may be recorded (audio/video).
Accepted applicants will attest that they have read and understand relevant policies with particular attention to Michener’s policies in the following areas:
- Clinical Placement
- At the point of accepting an offer of admission, students agree to attend any placement site that is assigned to them knowing that sites may be located anywhere in Ontario and for some programs across Canada
- Community Right and Responsibilities
- Michener is committed to the establishment of an atmosphere of respect and civility and appreciation for the rights and responsibilities of all those associated with Michener
- Mandatory COVID-19 Vaccination
- All Michener students are required to be in compliance with the Mandatory COVID-19 Vaccination Policy with proof of full vaccination
How to Apply: Checklist
- Length: 31 weeks
- Start: Late August
- End: April
You will be assigned to a clinical placement site(s) through Michener’s Office for Clinical Education. This process begins with an information session in the first semester of your program.
As clinical education is a major component of all Michener programs, our affiliated clinical sites are integral to your education. They include teaching and community hospitals and home care companies across Ontario. Working closely under the supervision of Respiratory Therapists, you will have the opportunity to integrate knowledge and skills into practice during the clinical phase of your program. Clinical placements give you hands-on experience in work environments and the opportunity to network with potential employers.
You will be placed in more than one clinical site during your clinical placement period, based on the required clinical competencies for your program and the range of services at the clinical sites.
Michener will make all arrangements for testing prior to your clinical placement
NOTE: You must be successfully N95 respirator-fit tested prior to clinical placement (testing dates will be arranged through Health Services). Testing requires students to be clean-shaven. Failure to comply with this requirement will result in your clinical placement and/or program being interrupted, delayed or terminated. Students are required to wear an N95 mask in their clinical placements in Year 3.