Respiratory Therapy
Become a uniquely specialized healthcare professional.
Begin as a Pre-Respiratory Therapy Major
Students pursuing Respiratory Therapy out of high school can apply to Butler as a Pre-Respiratory Therapy major for a direct pathway into the professional phase. You’ll begin taking science courses your first year and learn about the profession while earning the prerequisites required for the professional phase of the Respiratory Therapy program.
Complete Your Degree in the Professional Phase
Students who meet the prerequisites for the Respiratory Therapy major and are admitted following their interview then proceed to complete the remaining six semesters and one summer session of the program. Transfer students are invited to enter the professional phase at this stage, provided they have also completed the required prerequisites and are selected through the admission process.
While many respiratory therapy programs are offered as an associate degree, Butler’s program aligns with the broader trajectory of the profession by offering a Bachelor of Science. This rigorous training, in addition to a human-centered curriculum, prepares students to enter the workforce with confidence and versatility.
Students can either pursue respiratory therapy roles directly after graduation or apply for other graduate or professional healthcare programs.
