B.S. in Respiratory Therapy (Degree Advancement)

Program Overview

The Degree Advancement Bachelor of Science in Respiratory Therapy (BSRT) is designed for individuals with an associate's degree in respiratory care and the RRT credential. The program provides 30 semester hours of advanced study in leadership, management, education, research, and advanced clinical practice. Graduates can pursue advanced career paths in respiratory care, including management, education, research, and specialized clinical practice. The program offers part-time or full-time enrollment options.

Program Outline

Degree Overview:

Overview:

The Degree Advancement Bachelor of Science in Respiratory Therapy (BSRT) is intended for individuals who have already earned an associate's degree in respiratory care and hold the RRT credential. This program grants students an additional 30 semester hours of professional advanced study to earn the Bachelor of Science in Respiratory Therapy.

Objectives:

• To provide graduates of entry into respiratory care professional practice degree programs with additional knowledge, skills, and attributes in leadership, management, education, research, and/or advanced clinical practice
• To enable graduates to meet current professional goals and prepare them for practice as advanced degree respiratory therapists

Detailed Description:

The BSRT program offers a part-time or full-time enrollment option, enabling students to balance their studies with other commitments. The curriculum comprises 10 courses, totaling 30 semester hours, which cover topics such as:

• Advanced concepts in respiratory and critical care
• Evidence-based practice
• Introduction to clinical research
• Introduction to disease management
• Ethics and end-of-life issues
• Polysomnography and topics in sleep medicine
• Leadership in respiratory care
• Healthcare delivery and quality

Outline:

Program Content and Structure:

The BSRT program consists of 33 semester hours, including 10 courses. The following courses are required for the program's completion:

• Introduction to Technical Writing (3 S.H.)
• Introduction to Clinical Research (3 S.H.)
• Evidence-Based Practice (3 S.H.)
• Advanced Concepts in Respiratory and Critical Care (3 S.H.)
• Introduction to Disease Management (3 S.H.)
• Ethics and End of Life Issues (3 S.H.)
• Polysomnography and Topics in Sleep Medicine (3 S.H.)
• Leadership in Respiratory Care (3 S.H.)
• Capstone (3 S.H.)

Careers:

Potential Career Paths, Opportunities, and Outcomes:

Graduates of the BSRT program can pursue various advanced career paths, including:

• Management positions in respiratory care departments
• Leadership roles in respiratory therapy education