AS/BS Program

Description

Respiratory Care is an allied health specialty concerned with the treatment, management, control and care of the patient's breathing. The respiratory therapist is a specialist in the use of therapeutic and evaluation techniques in respiratory care. The respiratory care curriculum consists of a pre-professional year followed by two years of professional study, leading to an Associate of Science Degree in Respiratory Care. The Associate of Science Degree qualifies students for the examination of the National Board for Respiratory Care. Students may continue their education for an additional year, to earn the Bachelor of Science Degree.