Respiratory Therapy, B.S.

Visit the Respiratory Therapy page for more information on the program and access to advising.

Program Description

The Bachelor of Science in Respiratory Therapy (BSRT) program is designed to provide students with advanced clinical knowledge and skills in respiratory care. This degree program integrates evidence-based medicine into its core curriculum, emphasizing the critical role of research and the latest clinical advancements in respiratory care. The program equips students with the necessary critical thinking skills to deliver high-quality respiratory care in diverse healthcare settings. The BRST program prepares students to successfully pass the National Board for Respiratory Care (NBRC) examinations to become a Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) or pursue advanced credentials in respiratory therapy practice.

Unless students already have an RRT Certification and associate's degree, the following matriculation requirements may apply.
 

Matriculation Requirements

1. Complete the following coursework: 

• College English (6 credits)
• Quantitative Literacy
• Microbiology with lab (4 credits) 
• College Biology with lab (5 credits)
• Chemistry (4 credits)
• Human Anatomy with lab (4 credits) 
• Human Physiology  with lab (4 credits) 

Note: Must pass all general education and pre-requisite courses with a minimum of a “C” grade or higher   

2. Complete the Test of Academic Skills (TEAS)

3. Submit Application Fee and Application by the third Friday in September

4. Personal Interview: All candidates will be screened and those deemed to meet or exceed basic application requirements will be invited for an interview. This interview does not guarantee acceptance into the program as students will compete with all other applicants for matriculation into a cohort. Applicants must bring a photo ID to the interview. 

5. Other Determining Factors 

• Prior healthcare experience (preferred, but not required) 
• Discipline for academic performance 
• Successful completion of a background check
• Drug Screen

Program Requirements

Graduation Requirements

1. Completion of a minimum of 120 semester credits, including at least 40 hours of upper-division credits.  
2. Must earn a C or higher in ALL Respiratory Therapy discipline courses, general education courses, and pre-requisite courses. 
3. Completion of GE and specified departmental requirements.
4. Successful completion of at least two Writing Enriched (WE) courses. 
5. Successful completion of at least one Global/Intercultural course.
6. Residency hours--a minimum of 30 credit hours through course attendance at UVU.  

Graduation Plan

This graduation plan is a sample plan and is intended to be a guide. Your specific plan may differ based on your Math and English placement and/or transfer credits applied. You are encouraged to meet with an advisor and set up an individualized graduation plan in Wolverine Track.

Program Learning Outcomes

1. Use professional written and oral communication skills in respiratory care settings.
2. Develop leadership and professional practice skills to advance the field of respiratory care.
3. Apply advanced clinical knowledge and evidence-based practice to implement respiratory care interventions and improve clinical decision-making.
4. Educate patients and their families on respiratory health, disease prevention, and lifestyle modifications.