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The online Bachelor of Science in Respiratory Therapy (BSRT) at MCPHS is a degree-advancement program designed for registered respiratory therapists who hold an associate degree to earn a bachelor's degree.
As the field continues to grow, the educational foundation of a bachelor’s degree makes respiratory therapists more competitive. The American Association for Respiratory Care has issued a goal aiming for 80% of respiratory therapists (RTs) to either have, or be working toward, a BSRT degree. Many career ladders require at least a bachelor’s degree in order to advance. A bachelor’s degree has already become the norm for managers and educators in the nation.
The program provides an interdisciplinary curriculum that incorporates research, critical analysis, and evidence-based approaches to equip respiratory therapists with analytical, research, and collaborative skills to apply for leadership positions and give patients the highest quality of respiratory care.
Why choose Respiratory Therapy at MCPHS?
- Fully Online and Flexible: For this 100% online program, you may choose to complete the 36 credits on a part-time (24-month) or full-time (12-month) basis, and you'll have the flexibility to take all courses, except Capstone, in any order.
- Earning Potential: The median annual wage for respiratory therapists was $80,450 in May 2024, with the highest 10% earning more than $108,820.*
- Increasing Demand:The demand for respiratory therapists is expected to grow 12% by 2034, a faster rate than many other occupations.*
- Rapid Advancement: Experienced respiratory therapists can advance to roles as supervisors, department heads or hospital administrators. Therapists can increase their qualifications for such promotions by completing a bachelor's degree in respiratory therapy.
* U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics
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Median Annual Wage
The median annual wage for respiratory therapists is $80,450 (Bureau of Labor Statistics, 2024)
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