Pre-Respiratory Therapy Biology Student
Pre-Respiratory Therapy students commonly major in biology but may choose any major they wish. Pre-Respiratory Therapy is an academic advisement area. We offer focused advisement by professors who advise other Pre-Respiratory Therapy students.
In addition to the core requirements for a 91ÁÔÆæ biology degree of (42) hours, students take an additional (18) hours that include:
- Anatomy and Physiology I and II w/labs - 8 hours
- Microbiology- 4 hours
- Electives from Biology and Chemistry - 6 hours
After acceptance in an accredited Respiratory Therapy Program, students have two years of concentration in respiratory therapy coursework. Following graduation students are eligible to take a national examination that leads to the credential Certified Respiratory Therapist (CRT).