四年的呼吸道理学学士学位（也称为呼吸疗法）旨在为学生提供教育和临床能力。它强调理解力，多功能性和先进的临床知识。该课程为期两年的专业预科课程包括基础科学，数学以及人文和社会科学的预科课程，为学生提供基础广泛的文科基础。在该计划的专业阶段（通常是3年级和4年级），学生将从事成人，儿科和新生儿呼吸道护理的理论，实践和临床方面的工作。他们对临床科学及其在医疗保健中的应用有深入的了解。
Respiratory care professionals treat patients who exhibit a range of diverse health issues including asthma, pneumonia, emphysema, cystic fibrosis, lung cancer as well as those who are having respiratory problems related to trauma, strokes, heart attacks, and premature birth.<br><br>Through classroom, laboratory and diverse clinical site practicum, students develop the necessary health care knowledge, bedside skills and problem-solving abilities to serve the health needs of patients from newborns to the elderly. They are prepared to manage both acute and chronic diseases that affect the cardiopulmonary system as well as trauma, sub-acute disease, and public health issues from asthma to tuberculosis.<br>The Respiratory Care Program is an entry-level degree program accredited by the Commission on Accreditation for Respiratory Care (CoARC) www.coarc.com and registered with New York State Department of Education (NYSED), that prepares graduates to take the national board examinations given by the National Board for Respiratory Care (NBRC). Training emphasizing comprehension, patient skills, problem-solving abilities, and advanced clinical knowledge provide the foundation for a variety of career paths in the Respiratory Care profession.