Bachelors of Science in Respiratory Therapy

Program Description

The Bachelors of Science in Respiratory Therapy is a degree advancement program, offering students the opportunity to enhance their bedside understanding, obtain insight in healthcare administration and healthcare leadership. This approach helps the program ensure that its graduates are well-rounded, skilled, and prepared to meet the demands of the healthcare field. The program offers a multidisciplinary approach to medicine for registered respiratory therapists.

Program Overview

• Program starts in August
• Fully asynchronous online program
• Registered Respiratory Therapy (RRT) credential preferred
• Certified Respiratory Therapy (CRT) credential mandatory
• Program is located in Roy F. Christensen Complex (RFC), Building #48, 777 Memorial Dr.

Degree Options

Bachelors of Science in Respiratory Therapy

• Course Sequence Respiratory Therapy - Degree Advancement 

Bachelor of Science in Health Science

Bachelor of Science in Health Science (4+ years)

For special application procedures contact CTech Student Services (208) 282-2622.

Program Goals

To enhance students' baseline competence in the cognitive (knowledge), psychomotor (skills), communication, and affective (behavioral) learning domains of respiratory care practice, and to improve their understanding of total patient care through a multidisciplinary approach.

Career Opportunities

• Management
• Director
• Hospitals
• Neonatal Care Specialist
• Sleep Lab
• Pulmonary Function Lab
• Home Care
• Life Flight
• ECMO Specialist
• Adult Critical Care Specialist