Advance Your Respiratory Therapy Career.
Complete your Bachelor of Science in Respiratory Therapy in approx. 16-months, 100% online.
Classes start as soon as Apr 29
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16-Month Program
Designed for Registered Respiratory Therapists (RRTs)
Choose From Tracks in Leadership or Education
At Pima Medical Institute, Your Success is Our #1 Priority
For more than 50 years, Pima Medical has remained focused on providing a student-centered approach to education. Our experienced faculty and staff work tirelessly to prepare students for the next steps in their careers.
This degree completion program is designed for registered respiratory therapists seeking upward mobility in their careers.
Applicants must have current employment in respiratory care, or must have graduated from a respiratory program within the last five years.
Please speak with our team for more information regarding admissions requirements.
Advancing your education expands knowledge and depth in your field, and could open doors to leadership roles. The industry of respiratory therapy places an importance on educational achievement and advancing your degree. Here are five things you can do with a B.S. in Respiratory Therapy.
With Pima Medical Online, coursework is project-based and applicable to your respiratory therapy career. The things you learn and the projects you complete can be accumulated into an e-portfolio that you will complete at the end of the program.
Students learn to:
- Examine current issues and trends in respiratory care
- Apply critical thinking and problem-solving skills related to management in the respiratory therapy profession
- Integrate effective leadership techniques and practices used in the health care setting
- Address problems and issues through competent research, analysis and critical thinking
Complete Your Degree 100% Online
Take the next step in your respiratory therapy career.
Jeremy F.
Respiratory Therapy Associate & Bachelor’s Degree Graduate
This experience has been great, with instructors available and helpful, and I was able to handle the workload and my fulltime job. I am definitely using the skills I learned in class at my current position and it makes me so thankful for my PMI instructors!
Celeste K.
Respiratory Therapy Associate & Bachelor’s Degree Graduate
I really appreciated the well-rounded education I received at Pima. The instructors I had were fabulous and were always willing to help and provide guidance along the way. Since graduating from PMI’s bachelor program, I’ve been able to continue and complete my master’s degree in education. The one-on-one and independent education I received from PMI was so worth it.
Robin M.
Respiratory Therapy Associate & Bachelor’s Degree Graduate
As a proud Pima Medical Institute BSRT graduate, my journey from an associate’s degree in Respiratory Therapy (RT), to a bachelor’s degree, to achieving my dream job as a Critical Care Transport Respiratory Therapist has been nothing short of remarkable. The flexibility of online classes made it manageable for me to work full-time at a level II trauma center with a level III NICU, while pursuing my degree.
Denise R.
Medical Assistant, Respiratory Therapy Associate Degree & B.S. in Respiratory Therapy Graduate
I am forever grateful to Pima Medical Institute for believing in me. This journey wouldn’t have been possible without the incredible instructors and staff who stood by me every step of the way.
Stacy T.
Respiratory Therapy Associate & Bachelor’s Degree Graduate
Knowing where the industry was headed, and my drive to move beyond bedside, I enrolled in the online Bachelor of Science in Respiratory Therapy program (BSRT) and graduated in 2014. My experience allowed me to sit for three additional specialty certifications, adding some hard-earned credentials to my resume.
Experience Online Learning with Pima Medical Institute
Just because you’re taking courses online doesn’t mean you get less experience. Our flexible coursework is designed to deliver real-world, applicable learning outcomes, and our dedicated team is here every step of the way to help you succeed.
Personalized
Receive individualized attention from experienced faculty
Collaborative
Interact with peers and faculty across a variety of modalities
Applicable
Our courses provide real-world learning to help you succeed not just in class, but in your career
Comprehensive
Experience learning with a multimedia approach, including videos, knowledge checks, instructor experience and artificial intelligence
Flexible
Complete your coursework when convenient, while also relying on a logical course structure with due dates
Connected
Have access to a library of virtual resources, live instructor support, and student services when you need assistance
FAQs
Is the Program Flexible?
Our 100% online classes are structured to help you balance your busy schedule as a respiratory therapist, all while remaining on track for graduation. Coursework follows an asynchronous learning structure, meaning you can log in at times that are most convenient to you, while still completing assignments within a logical time frame.
Are there Clinicals?
No, there are no clinical components to this program. Students do, however, complete a Professional Capstone during their final semester, which can be used to create a professional e-portfolio and profile.
This capstone applies concepts learned in prior semesters into a final project, using research techniques and course materials to find a solution to an existing health care issue. Students often choose a topic that’s relevant to their current role or company, and use this project as a way to propose and enact change within their organization.
Is the Program Accredited?
The Degree Advancement Respiratory Care Program, CoARC #510043, Bachelor of Science in Respiratory Therapy Online, holds Provisional Accreditation from the Commission on Accreditation for Respiratory Care (www.coarc.com).
This status signifies that a program with an Approval of Intent has demonstrated sufficient compliance with the Standards (through submission of an acceptable Provisional Accreditation Self-Study Report (PSSR) and any other documentation required by the CoARC, as well as satisfactory completion of an initial on-site visit), to be allowed to admit students. It is recognized as an accredited program by the National Board of Respiratory Care (NBRC), which provides enrolled students who complete the program with eligibility for the Respiratory Care Credentialing Examination(s). The program will remain on Provisional Accreditation until it achieves Continuing Accreditation.
Additionally, Pima Medical Institute is accredited through the Accrediting Bureau of Health Education Schools (ABHES). ABHES is recognized by the U.S. Secretary of Education as a private, nonprofit, independent accrediting agency.
How Do I Transfer Credits?
During the admissions process, your representative will help walk you through the process of transferring previous education credits from other institutions or from Pima Medical Institute, and will assist you in reviewing any additional admissions requirements, if applicable.
What Kind of Financial Aid is Available?
There are a variety of financial aid options for those who qualify, including federal grants, loans and scholarships. Our dedicated financial services team is here to help guide you through the entire process.
