理学学士学位呼吸疗法课程为期五个学期的课程，超出本科课程的前两年。由于其专业性质，学生申请入学该课程，并在大三秋季学期开始时被正式录取。
Respiratory therapy is a health care profession dedicated to the support and management of individuals with abnormalities or deficiencies of the cardiopulmonary system. The respiratory therapist is an expert in therapeutic and diagnostic modalities associated with the pulmonary system, as well as the heart. He or she must have a working knowledge of chemistry, microbiology, and physiology as well as respiratory therapy. This background affords the therapist the ability to become proficient in working with respiratory life support systems. Under the guidance and supervision of a physician, the therapist treats by employing academic knowledge and technical skill for direct patient care. For a dedicated man or woman who finds a service field rewarding, respiratory therapy offers a career opportunity as a vital member of the health care team that is both personally and financially rewarding.The Department of Respiratory Therapy offers a program that leads to a Bachelor of Science degree. The program provides classroom study with observation, clinical experience, independent study, and seminars. The Georgia State University respiratory therapy program is fully accredited by the Commission on Accreditation for Respiratory Care (CoARC). The program provides classroom study, laboratory study and observation, clinical experience, computer- assisted instruction and simulation, seminars, and independent study.