Respiratory Therapy (RSP)

3124 William S. White Building
Phone: (810) 762-3172
Fax: (810) 762-3003
Program Director Nicholas A. Prush, Ph.D., MHA, RRT, RRT-ACCS
Email: PHHS-info@umich.edu

The University of Michigan-Flint’s Bachelor of Science in Respiratory Therapy (BSRT) is a dynamic online program designed for active respiratory therapists seeking to advance their education while continuing their professional practice. The degree advancement program allows for a seamless transition from an Associate to a Bachelor’s degree, offering flexibility to accommodate individual schedules, including an expedited option to complete the program in as little as 12 months.

The BSRT curriculum is robust, focusing on areas such as respiratory leadership, administration, education, and specialized respiratory care practices, notaby in critical care, disease management, and diagnostics. The program’s objective is to prepare graduates for roles as advanced clinicians, administrators, educators, and specialists in various professional settings.

Additionally, the program is structured to prepare students for advanced examinations administered by the National Board for Respiratory Care encompassing Neonatal Pediatric Specialty (NPS), Adult Critical Care Specialty (ACCS), Registered Pulmonary Function Technologist Specialty (RPFT), and Sleep Disorders Specialty (SDS) credentials.

Admission to the Respiratory Therapy Program

Candidates must satisfy the following criteria for consideration:

Associate degree from a CoARC accredited respiratory therapy program
A Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) credential, awarded by the National Board for Respiratory Care (NBRC) or Certified Respiratory Therapist (CRT) who is RRT eligible (Students admitted with CRT must matriculate to RRT before the practicum and capstone courses).

Pre-Respiratory Therapy Curriculum

The curriculum is designed for students who plan to enter a health science program and express interest in Respiratory Therapy. Students must meet the University of Michigan-Flint admission requirements. Applications can be made at any time after the beginning of the senior year of high school. High school seniors may qualify to apply through the Respiratory Therapy Direct Admission pathway. Contact Program Director Nicholas Prush, or Advisor Jennifer O’Roark for details. High school college preparatory courses in biology, chemistry, English, and mathematics are highly recommended. Admission to the Pre-Respiratory Therapy program is selective.

Respiratory Therapy (RSP)

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