Respiratory Care - degree completion program
Bachelor of Science (B.S.)
Undergraduate Major
Online
• 120 CreditsUndergraduate Major
Online
• 120 CreditsRespiratory care is a healthcare field focused on the assessment, treatment, and management of patients with breathing disorders and cardiopulmonary conditions.
Grand Valley's Respiratory Care B.S. Degree Completion program is designed for working respiratory therapists seeking to advance their careers. The fully online program allows students to transfer up to 80 credits from an associate degree and complete the remaining 40 credits through Grand Valley. It prepares students for advanced roles in administration, research, and critical care.
The curriculum covers pulmonary diagnosis and treatment, respiratory care specialties, adult and neonatal critical care, and aligns with industry standards. This ensures students are well-prepared for leadership roles in the field.
Benefits of studying at Grand Valley include flexible online learning, personalized attention from faculty, hands-on clinical education at top hospitals, and strong industry connections. The program's comprehensive curriculum and growing demand for respiratory therapists make it an excellent choice for career advancement.
The program is designed for working respiratory therapist who would like to advance their education and careers. Minimum criteria for acceptance:
Students who are not currently respiratory therapists and are interested in pursuing a career in respiratory care are encouraged to visit gvsu.edu/respiratory to contact the respiratory care program director.
College of Health Professions
School of Interdisciplinary Health
Respiratory Care
gvsu.edu/respiratory
500 Lafayette Ave. NE, Suite 420
Grand Rapids, MI 49503
(616) 331-5572
Admissions and Recruitment Office
Assess, treat, and care for patients with breathing disorders. Assume primary responsibility for all respiratory care modalities, including the supervision of respiratory therapy technicians. Initiate and conduct therapeutic procedures; maintain patient records; and select, assemble, check, and operate equipment.
Top skillsAnnual Earnings | Percentile |
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$ 63,752.00 | 10% |
$ 66,539.19 | 25% |
$ 77,459.19 | 50% |
$ 81,889.60 | 75% |
$ 87,422.40 | 90% |
The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics states the job outlook for respiratory therapists is predicted to grow at a rate of 19 percent, much higher than other healthcare fields and occupations. The degree prepares the respiratory therapist for careers in management, education, and research, and to become an advanced practice respiratory therapist or physician assistant.
The College of Health Professions maintains a dedicated staff of academic advisors in its Student Services Office to meet the academic advising needs of its students.