Seattle,
WA,
United States
Type
Public
Degrees offered
Associate's Degree
Bachelor of Applied Science in Allied Health - Respiratory Care in Seattle United States | Seattle Central College
Seattle Central College
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Seattle United States
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Qualification
Bachelor Degree
Languages
English
Delivery Mode
On-Campus
Tuition (2025)
USD
21,075
Attendance
Full-time
Full-time Duration
24 months
The Respiratory Care specialization within the Bachelor of Applied Science (BAS) in Allied Health program blends academic learning with real-world clinical practice, equipping students to join healthcare teams focused on treating cardiopulmonary (heart & lung) conditions. Seattle Central College's Health Education Center offers a rigorous Respiratory Care curriculum that develops skills for providing advanced respiratory treatment in challenging clinical environments. Our program fosters clinical expertise, self-assurance, and professional conduct to ensure graduates excel in respiratory care careers. We cultivate both exceptional patient care and leadership within the profession. With an aging population driving demand, the Bureau of Labor Statistics projects a 12% growth in respiratory therapist positions by 2024. A bachelor's degree enhances your competitiveness for Respiratory Therapist roles and expands your career opportunities across diverse healthcare facilities.
Destination of Study
Subjects of Study
Language Requirements
English
IELTS 6.0
Qualification Requirements
Student must have a High school diploma (only required for 16 and 17 year-old applicants).
Complete the Prerequisite Courses with a 2.0 GPA or higher. Classes include:
BIOL& 160 General Biology
BIOL& 241 Human Anatomy and Physiology I (must be within the past 5 years)
BIOL& 242 Human Anatomy and Physiology II (must be within the past 5 years)
BIOL& 260 Microbiology
CHEM& 121 Introduction to Chemistry
CHEM& 122/131 Organic Chemistry
MATH& 146 Introduction to Statistics
ENGL& 101 English Composition I
ENGL& 102 Composition II
PSYC& 100 General Psychology OR PSYC &200 Lifespan Psychology
HUM 105 Intercultural Communication
Additional 5 credit Visual, Literacy and Performing Arts (VLPA) class
English Proficiency:
TOEFL iBT 64, writing 17
IELTS 6.0, writing 5.0
TOEFL PBT* 507, writing 4.0
U.S. high school graduation with GPA of at least 2.0
Completion of English Composition at an accredited post-secondary institution in Australia, Canada (English-speaking provinces), Ireland, Kenya, New Zealand, United Kingdom, United States, or Zimbabwe
Tuition
USD
21,075