Overview

Learning Outcomes

A student earning a Bachelor of Applied Science in Respiratory Care from Highline College will be able to:

Perform tasks and skills necessary for fulfilling the role of an entry level respiratory care practitioner with advanced knowledge in adult critical care, neonatal/pediatric care and disease management.

Demonstrate ethical respiratory care practices for decision making in the delivery of patient care.

Provide care that is culturally responsive by considering and respecting multiple dimensions of human diversity.

Practice team collaboration, leadership, and management skills in healthcare settings.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Healthcare Education Principles

Cardiopulmonary Disease Management

Medical Law and Ethics

Advanced Adult Critical Care

Healthcare Research and Statistics

Advanced Neonatal-Pediatric Resp Care

Healthcare Leadership and Management

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-09-22 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-08-15 00:00:00 , International
- Apply before 2026-09-05 00:00:00 , National
Starting 2027-01-05 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-11-26 00:00:00 , International
- Apply before 2026-12-02 00:00:00 , National

Language

English

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IELTS

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Credits

180 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

DesMoines, United States

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

GPA

2.5

English requirements

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Other requirements

General requirements

To be considered for the Bachelor of Applied Science program in Respiratory Care, prospective students must submit the following:

Completed Highline bachelor “Application for Program Admissions” forms

Nonrefundable application fee

Copy of transcripts from regionally accredited college or university

Tuition Fees

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Non-residents

21860 USD / year

≈ 21860 USD / year

Additional Details

WA Resident Rate: $242.37/credit / Non-resident/Full Tuition Rate: $705.31/credit

Living costs

Des Moines

United States

1051 - 1751 USD / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

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