Respiratory Therapy (Pre-Professional)

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Respiratory therapists play a critical role in helping patients breathe easier and live healthier lives. They work with individuals suffering from chronic respiratory conditions like asthma, bronchitis, and emphysema, as well as those recovering from heart attacks, trauma, or dealing with sleep disorders. They also provide life-saving emergency care for patients in critical situations, including those experiencing cardiac arrest, shock, or near-drowning.

Barton’s Liberal Studies Program in Pre-Professional Respiratory Therapy provides the foundational coursework needed to transfer into an accredited respiratory therapy program. You'll complete prerequisite science and general education classes that also fulfill requirements for a Barton degree.

Please note: This degree track does not include clinical training and does not result in a professional credential. It is designed to prepare you for successful transfer into an accredited program.

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