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    Nov 28, 2024  
2023-2024 Augusta University Catalog 
    
2023-2024 Augusta University Catalog [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

Bachelor of Science in Respiratory Therapy


Program Overview

The Bachelor of Science Program in Respiratory Therapy is a 2+2 program, meaning the student completes the first two years at any accredited college or university of choice, and the last two years at this university. All 2+2 students begin the program fall semester after completing a core curriculum. The program consists of five semesters and includes classroom and clinical education.

Only 18% of therapists have a B.S. in Respiratory Therapy. Therapists with a B.S. are able to work in fields such as pharmaceutical sales or management which command higher salaries.

https://www.augusta.edu/alliedhealth/uhp/respiratory-therapy/index.php

Program Contact
Christopher A. Truelove Jr. MSCIN, RRT-NPS
706-446-1219
ctruelove@augusta.edu
Program Accreditation

Commission on Accreditation for Respiratory Care
1248 Harwood Road
Bedford,Texas 76012-4244
817-283-2835
http://www.CoARC.com

Admissions Information

Please see the Office of Academic Admissions website for specific admissions information: http://www.augusta.edu/admissions/hs-programs/respiratory-therapy.php

Progression & Graduation Requirements
Program Information
Program Length: 4 Years
CIP Code: 51.0908
Program Code: BSRPT_RESP
Major Code: RESP

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Core Areas A-E: 42 Hours


For more information on Core Curriculum Areas A-E, see Core Requirements .

Area F: 18 Hours


Degree Requirements: 66 Hours


Wellness Graduation Requirement: 4 Hours


Students who transfer to Augusta University with less than 60 credit hours must complete the Wellness Requirement.

Total Hours for the Degree: 130 Hours