Respiratory Therapy Program

Respiratory Therapy Program

Year Program started: 1981

Max. Participants/Year: 18

Application Deadline: rolling admission

Program Timeframe: September - May

Academic Level Targeted: College

Racial/Ethnic Focus: Any racial/ethnic group

Type of Program: Education

Program Attributes: For credit, Financial aid provided, Counseling provided, Mentors/advisors provided

Program Acceptance Requirements: matriculation at this school (must apply to University of Hartford), GPA/academic standing (minimum of 2.5 is required)

Primary Science Discipline(s) Targeted: anatomy, biology, pathology

Additional Comments: Respiratory care is an allied health profession with emphasis on diagnosis and treatment of pulmonary diseases. Students receive education in anatomy, physiology, chemistry, therapeutics, and pharmacology. In addition to granting a Bachelor's degree, the program also grants a certificate of completion for the therapist program.