Bachelor of Health Science, dual credential (Respiratory Therapy)

Thompson Rivers University

You will prepare for an exciting and rewarding career as a respiratory therapist (RT)-a licensed health-care professional specializing in cardiopulmonary care. You will practise the clinical skills necessary to gain the specialized medical expertise and understand the advanced practice required to become a successful RT.Learn the latest in respiratory care theory.Take an active, hands-on approach to learning in the laboratory and simulation lab.Engage in an month clinical hospital internship.Learn to apply lifesaving skills to people in needRegister to write the National RT Certification Examination in respiratory therapy in January or July after graduating from the program.This program teaches you the latest in respiratory care theory and provides you with the active, hands-on laboratory experience you need to succeed as a respiratory therapist.Respiratory therapy is an allied health profession devoted to the scientific application of technology in order to assist in the diagnosis, treatment, management and care of patients with cardiopulmonary and associated disorders.It is the only allied health profession with core curriculum and clinical practice in both critical and community care.

Faculty of Science