Overview

The Respiratory Therapy program at Saint Leo University prepares students to become competent and compassionate healthcare professionals. The program emphasizes the knowledge and skills needed to diagnose, treat, and manage patients with respiratory disorders, such as asthma, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), and emphysema. Students will learn how to conduct diagnostic tests, administer oxygen therapy, perform mechanical ventilation, and manage critical care patients.

The program combines didactic coursework with hands-on clinical experiences, giving students the opportunity to apply what they learn in real-world settings. The program is designed to meet the requirements of the National Board for Respiratory Care (NBRC), ensuring that graduates are eligible to take the credentialing exams and become licensed Respiratory Therapists.

Undergraduate Respiratory Therapy Program Details

The online bachelors in respiratory therapy is offered as a two-year bachelor of science degree program with students completing one or more eight-week online courses year-round (with holiday breaks). Transfer credits impact on program length. Students may also choose to take the program over a longer time-frame (generally three years) if desired.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Cardiopulmonary Anatomy and Physiology
Respiratory Pharmacology
Mechanical Ventilation
Diagnostic Procedures in Respiratory Care
Patient Assessment and Monitoring
Neonatal and Pediatric Respiratory Care
Pulmonary Rehabilitation
Critical Care Management
Ethics and Professionalism in Respiratory Care

Key information

Duration

Part-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

You can apply for and start this programme anytime.

More details

Rolling admission deadlines with Multiple Start Dates.

Language

English

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Credits

120 SCH

Delivered

Online

Disciplines

Public Health Medicine Health Sciences View 231 other Bachelors in Public Health in United States

Academic requirements

GPA

2.5

English requirements

TOEFL^® IBT

Other requirements

General requirements

High school diploma or equivalent
Minimum GPA of 2.5 on a 4.0 scale
Completed application for admission
Official transcripts from all previously attended colleges/universities
ACT or SAT scores (optional for students over 21 years old)
Admission essay
Interview (in some cases)

Tuition Fee

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International

12300 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 410 USD per credit during 48 months.
National

12300 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 410 USD per credit during 48 months.

Funding

Studyportals Student Grant Deadline: 30 June 2020

Apply and be among one of the 20 students to win €1000.

Studyportals Student Grant Deadline: 30 June 2020

Apply and be among one of the 20 students to win €1000.

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Scholarships Information

Below you will find Bachelor's scholarship opportunities for Respiratory Therapy.

Available Scholarships

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