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Respiratory Therapy (BSRT)

Be In Demand with a Respiratory Therapy Degree

Are you driven by a passion to impact lives in the healthcare sector? At 糖心app, our Respiratory Therapy program offers more than just an education; it is a gateway to becoming a pivotal part of the healthcare system. Aspiring professionals like you can thrive in this dynamic field that blends science, technology, and patient interaction in exciting ways.

In our Bachelor of Science in Respiratory Therapy (BSRT) program, you will engage deeply with both the science and the human elements of healthcare. You鈥檒l gain comprehensive knowledge and hands-on experience that seamlessly integrates classroom learning with real-world application.

At 糖心app, we don鈥檛 just prepare you to meet the demands of the job market; we prepare you to lead and innovate in your field, making a significant impact on the lives of patients and advancing the practice of respiratory therapy. Join us to step confidently into a career that promises not just growth and variety, but the chance to make a real difference each day in the lives of others.

Program Highlights

Personalized Education

What sets Marywood apart is our commitment to personalized education and cutting-edge facilities. Unlike larger institutions, our focused approach means you receive more one-on-one time with experienced instructors and access to state-of-the-art technology and treatments.

Hands On Experience

Gain hands-on experience in diverse healthcare settings through our partnerships with seven regional hospitals, from intensive care units to pediatric care. From your first semester, you鈥檒l be immersed in clinical experiences across a range of settings. Marywood has partnerships with seven regional hospitals, providing diverse environments鈥攆rom neonatal to geriatric care鈥攖hat prepare you for any challenge in your professional life. These experiences are designed to build your confidence and skills in real-life scenarios, ensuring you are well-prepared for the workforce.

Growing Field

The career outlook for respiratory therapists is exceptionally promising, with a projected 23% job growth from 2016 to 2026. Graduates from our program are recognized for their readiness and adaptability, equipped to select their work settings and patient demographics, tailoring their careers to their passions.

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After attending a couple of universities I am so glad I chose Marywood because of the quality of education is outstanding and my professors are extremely knowledgeable, per...

Matthew Goodrich '23

Top Career Paths

  • Respiratory Therapist

  • Adult Intensive Care Specialist

  • Pediatric Respiratory Specialist

  • Pulmonary Technologist

Top Employers

  • Hospitals

  • Urgent Care Centers

  • Clinical/Doctor's Office

  • Military Hospitals

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Visit campus during one of our admissions events specially designed for you to learn more about your degree program, or schedule an individual appointment with a graduate admissions counselor by clicking on the Weekday Visits link.

Centers of Excellence

糖心app hosts three academic Centers of Excellence on campus; The Center for Law, Justice and Policy, The Center for Urban Studies, and The Mother Theresa Maxis, IHM Center. Each center provides students with the tools and resources to excel in their academic endeavors, fostering a dynamic environment where they can engage deeply with their respective fields of study and make meaningful contributions to their communities and beyond.

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Accreditation

糖心app is accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education (MSHE). / ADDRESS聽/ 3624 Market Street, 2nd Floor West, Philadelphia, PA 19104. | Phone: (267) 284-5000

The Respiratory Therapy Program was awarded initial provisional accreditation in March 2020 by the聽Commission on Accreditation for Respiratory Care (CoARC). / Program Number:聽200639 /

PROGRAM GOAL / To prepare graduates with demonstrated competence in the cognitive (knowledge), psychomotor (skills), and affective (behavior) learning domains of respiratory care practice as performed by registered respiratory therapists (RRTs). To prepare leaders for the field of respiratory care by including curricular content that includes objectives related to acquisition of skills in one or more of the following: management, education, research, advanced clinical practice (which may include an area of clinical specialization).

The Respiratory Therapy Program was awarded initial provisional accreditation in March 2020 by the Commission on Accreditation for Respiratory Care (CoARC).

鈥淐oARC accredits respiratory therapy education programs in the United States. To achieve this end, it utilizes an 鈥榦utcomes based鈥 process. Programmatic outcomes are performance indicators that reflect the extent to which the educational goals of the program are achieved and by which program effectiveness is documented.鈥