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Respiratory therapists assist patients with breathing difficulties. They provide critical care for premature infants with underdeveloped lungs and manage chronic conditions like cystic fibrosis, asthma, and emphysema, making them vital healthcare professionals. These specialists work across various healthcare settings, including:
medical centers
rehabilitation facilities
community health clinics
in-home healthcare providers
university research laboratories
corporate healthcare organizations
medical equipment and drug sales
environmental air quality assessment centers
Earning a respiratory therapy qualification offers global career opportunities. International healthcare organizations frequently seek Canadian-trained professionals to establish and enhance medical services worldwide.
After obtaining their BHS (Respiratory Therapy), graduates can specialize in perfusion technology, sleep disorders, neonatal/pediatric care, or become anesthesia assistants through additional training.
High school students applying to undergraduate programs at the University of New Brunswick must meet the following three sets of requirements in order to be considered for admission.
The University of New Brunswick accepts qualified applicants from all countries. Entry requirements may vary from country to country.
English language proficiency requirements:
TOEFL IBT with a minimum overall score of 85
IELTS or IELTS Indicator with a minimum overall score of 6.5
CAEL CE or CAEL Online with a minimum overall score of 60
Pearson Vue Test with a minimum score of 59
Cambridge English Assessment C1 advanced or C2 proficiency with a minimum score of 176
Duolingo with a minimum overall score of 115
Application Deadline: Fall term (September start) — apply before June 1; Winter term (January start) — apply before Oct. 1; Summer (various start dates from May–August) — apply before Feb. 1