Overview

The Entry into Respiratory Therapy at University of West Florida is designed to provide students with an outstanding education in preparation for a satisfying professional career as respiratory care practitioners as well as to provide a foundation for leadership in management and supervision, education, research and clinical specializations.

What You Will Learn

Respiratory therapy is the allied health discipline that specializes in the treatment and care of the heart and lungs. Respiratory therapists work closely with patients struggling to breathe, providing immediate relief and long-term care. With the increasing prevalence of respiratory conditions such as asthma, COPD and lung infections, as well as aging populations and complications related to COVID-19, the demand for highly trained respiratory therapists is growing. This program will prepare graduates to meet these healthcare needs, providing in-depth education in areas such as critical care, neonatal-pediatric care and advanced diagnostic procedures.

The BS-RT program combines both lecture-based and lab-based courses, covering a wide range of respiratory therapy-specific topics, including patient assessment, mechanical ventilation, pharmacotherapy, advanced patient monitoring, and cardiopulmonary diseases and diagnostics. Following a flipped classroom model, students will spend the majority of classroom time with the instructor applying what they’ve learned through interactive labs, in-person discussions and clinical-based simulations.

UWF’s BS-RT program will prepare graduates to work in various healthcare settings including hospitals, outpatient clinics, rehabilitation centers, home healthcare and research institutions. The program also opens doors to management positions within healthcare organizations, teaching roles and research opportunities, in addition to laying the foundation for those who wish to pursue graduate studies in related fields.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Respiratory Therapy Lab
Cardiopulmonary Anatomy and Physiology
Patient Assessment
Clinical Practicum
Cardiopulmonary Pharmacotherapy
Cardiopulmonary Diseases and Diagnostics
Mechanical Ventilation

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-01-06 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-12-01 00:00:00
Starting 2027-05-10 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-04-02 00:00:00
Starting 2027-08-17 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-04-01 00:00:00

Language

English

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Credits

120 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Pensacola, United States

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Academic requirements

GPA

2.7

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General requirements

Applicants must submit transcripts evidencing all prior academic coursework including post-secondary education.
Applicants must submit a non-refundable application fee payable in U.S. dollars.
Applicants must complete, sign, and submit a Mandatory Immunization Health History Form through the MyUWF Immunization Status app to include the following information. This requirement is in accordance with University Policy AC-28, Health Requirements for International Applicants, as it may be amended.
Medical History Form completed by the student,
Documentation of MMR (measles, mumps, and rubella) immunization or qualified exemption, and
Proof of immunization for meningitis and hepatitis B, or a signed waiver indicating the applicant’s informed decision not to be vaccinated.

Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

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Applies to you

Non-residents

19260 USD / year

≈ 19260 USD / year
Out-of-State

19260 USD / year

≈ 19260 USD / year
Domestic

Applies to you

In-State

6360 USD / year

≈ 6360 USD / year

Additional Details

Alabama Resident: $9,510

Living costs

Pensacola

United States

892 - 1478 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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Overview

What You Will Learn

Programme Structure

Key information

Duration

Start dates & application deadlines

Language

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Credits

Delivered

Campus Location

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

English requirements

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Other requirements

General requirements

Tuition Fees

International Applies to you

Domestic

Additional Details

Living costs

Pensacola

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