BSc in Respiratory Therapy
Prepare for an exciting career in respiratory therapy where you can play an integral role in the healthcare profession with Respiratory Therapy at Liberty University.
Duration
4 years
Starting Date
August
Tuition Fee
$23,800 per year
Location
Lynchburg, United States
About the program
With the Bachelor of Science in Respiratory Therapy at Liberty University you’ll get hands-on learning as you participate in seminars, engage in lab experiences, and perform clinical training in hospitals.
Choose between two pathways to your degree. Get the residential BSRT if you are new to the field, or the online BSRT (Post-Licensure) if you are already a practicing respiratory therapist with a Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) credential.
Here, you’ll learn from experienced and credentialed faculty and train with therapists, physicians, and nurses as you get your degree. This will prepare you to collaborate professionally with all members of the healthcare profession.
In addition to your core courses in respiratory therapy, you’ll also participate in clinical education courses. These courses incorporate a clinical component that includes practical experience, allowing you to develop as a competent professional under the supervision of a preceptor.
Courses included
- Respiratory Care Equipment & Techniques
- Neonatal Respiratory Care
- Pediatric Respiratory Care
- Respiratory Pharmacology
- Critical Respiratory Care
- Pulmonary Disease Management
Career Opportunities
- Generalist
- Neonatal/Pediatrics
- Adult Critical Care
- Transport
- Pulmonary Function Testing
- Sleep Medicine
- Pulmonary/Cardiac Rehabilitation
- Homecare
Minimum requirements
Admission decisions are competitive and are based primarily on the following factors:
- Cumulative (unweighted) GPA from high school or college
- GED scores (if applicable)
- Consistency and trends of grades
- Results from the SAT, ACT, or CLT
- Essay submission
50% of admitted students come from within the following mid-ranges:
- High School GPA: 3.15-3.83
- SAT (ERW* and math only): 1020-1220
- ACT composite: 20-27