Bachelor of Science in Respiratory Care degree Advancement (100% Online)

Why Choose Respiratory Care at YSU

94% National Credentialing Exam Pass Rate

Standards of Excellence

Top 25 Program Nationwide Ranked by Value Colleges

Program Overview

Take the next step in your respiratory therapy career with the online Bachelor of Science in Respiratory Care Degree Advancement program at Youngstown State University. Designed for practicing respiratory therapists, this program helps you expand your clinical expertise, develop leadership skills, and open doors to new career opportunities.

YSU’s Respiratory Care Degree Advancement Program provides a comprehensive education in leadership, management, education, research, and advanced clinical practice. Whether you aim for career growth, specialized roles, or leadership positions, this program equips you with the knowledge and skills to succeed.

Graduate Ready for Career Advancement

As a licensed respiratory care practitioner (RCP), you need a strong foundation in patient assessment, education models, and therapeutic interventions across neonatal, pediatric, and adult care settings. In this program, you will:

Enhance your clinical expertise by evaluating and applying patient-centered treatment strategies.
Develop advanced technical skills required for specialized respiratory therapy, education, and research.
Strengthen leadership and management abilities to meet the expectations of today’s healthcare employers.

Flexible & Convenient Learning Options

48 credit hours of upper-division coursework and electives.
Fully online format to accommodate your busy schedule.
On-campus option available for those who prefer in-person learning.
Advanced placement opportunities for a Master of Respiratory Care or Sleep Diagnostics specialization.

Speak to a Faculty Member

Dr. Kelly Colwell

Program Director

klcolwell@ysu.edu

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Accreditation

The Youngstown State Online Bachelor of Respiratory Care degree advancement program, #510019, awards a Bachelor of Respiratory Care in a 100% online format, and holds Provisional Accreditation from the Commission on Accreditation for Respiratory Care (www.coarc.com).
Programmatic Outcomes Data | Learning Outcomes

Degree Type: Bachelor of Science in Respiratory Care Degree Advancement Completion program
with Advanced Placement Masters option

Program Goals: The Bachelor of Respiratory Care Degree Advancement Program prepares graduates with advanced knowledge and skills in leadership, education, research, interprofessional education and advanced clinical practice. Graduates are prepared for advanced respiratory care roles and effective collaboration within interprofessional healthcare teams, remaining cognizant of cultural and professional differences through interprofessional learning experiences to support patient-centered care.

Note: CoARC accredits respiratory therapy education programs in the United States. To achieve this end, it utilizes an ‘outcomes based’ process. Programmatic outcomes are performance indicators that reflect the extent to which the educational goals of the program are achieved and by which program effectiveness is documented.

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Scholarships Available

Each year, thousands of dollars in scholarships are awarded to students enrolled in the Bitonte College of Health and Human Services (BCHHS). Scholarships come from a variety of sources, vary in amount, and are available to both incoming and current BCHHS students. Below, you will find further information regarding the opportunities that may be available to you through the college.