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Bachelor of Science Respiratory Therapy (RRT to BSRT)
Advance Your Clinical Career with our Bachelor of Science in Respiratory Therapy (RRT to BSRT) Degree Program
If you are a Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) and have an associate degree, your hard-earned RRT credential can give you 36 hours of transfer credit into our bachelor’s program. A bachelor’s degree in respiratory therapy can help you stay up-to-date with current industry standards, as well as give you the opportunity to study the skills and knowledge you may need to pursue advanced career opportunities.
Are you not yet a Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT)? You might be interested in our on-campus B.S. in Respiratory Therapy, designed to help you obtain your RRT license.
With Liberty’s BSRT program, you can enhance your professional skill set by developing stronger communication, problem-solving, research, and critical-thinking skills. You will also study leading methods for determining your patient’s needs, state-of-the-art modes of ventilation, cardiopulmonary interactions in health and illness, and various other industry advances — all of which can help prepare you walk alongside your patients in managing their condition and maximizing their recovery.
By earning a Bachelor of Science in Respiratory Therapy (RRT to BSRT) from Liberty University, you can cultivate the values, knowledge, and skills that can help elevate your expertise and potentially increase your opportunities in the job market. All of our courses are taught from a Christian worldview and can be completed 100% online. This means you can have the chance to advance your career from the comfort of your own home or office.
CoARC Accreditation
Libert University’s B.S. in Respiratory Therapy online program holds provisional accreditation from the Commission on Accreditation for Respiratory Care (COARC). See Liberty’s accreditation page for more information.
What Will You Study in Our Respiratory Therapy Bachelor’s Degree?
Here are some of the skills and topics you’ll study throughout this program:
- How to evaluate clinical data to determine the appropriateness of prescribed respiratory care
- Keep on top of new therapies and practices
- Engage in professional activities that further the profession of respiratory therapy
- Research techniques used in respiratory therapy
- The importance of preserving your patients’ dignity while you ease their suffering
- Management and leadership techniques that increase your potential for leadership positions and influence
Upon completion of this degree, you will potentially be able to:
- Differentiate practice idiosyncrasies and determine respiratory therapies leveraging evidence-based approaches associated with advanced practice.
- Develop a project or research proposal related to clinical practice, administration, or education associated with respiratory therapy.
- Critically appraise and interpret relevant medical and other authoritative literature related to advanced clinical practice, administration, education, and/or research associated with respiratory therapy,
- Integrate a biblical worldview within the healthcare environment.
Career Options for Respiratory Therapy Bachelor’s Degree Graduates
- Case manager
- Clinical specialist
- Director
- Disease manager
- Respiratory therapist
Benefits of Pursuing Your Respiratory Therapy Bachelor’s Degree with Liberty University
As a leader in distance education since 1985, we understand what it takes to create a flexible and affordable education for busy people. Since we have been investing in distance and online learning for decades, our experience has taught us how to streamline our degree options so you can focus on what really matters to you. While many schools offer online degrees, we believe Liberty stands out.
Here’s what sets us apart:
- Our online programs are backed by our brick-and-mortar campus – ranked among Niche.com’s Top 5 College Campuses in America – and that commitment to excellence extends to our online students as well. Earning your degree from a nonprofit university with this kind of recognition can help set you apart from others in your field.
- Online undergraduate tuition rates have been frozen for the last 10 years. While many other online colleges have raised tuition, Liberty has been able to keep costs low as a nonprofit university.
- To continue our mission of providing affordable education, electronic textbooks will be provided for all undergraduate courses at no additional cost to you. As a full-time student, this could save you an estimated $800-2,000 per year on textbooks!
Military Benefits
Service is important to us, so whether you’re currently serving in the Armed Forces, have served, or are married to someone who serves, we’re here to serve you. Liberty’s military benefits are available to:
- Active duty service members of the U.S. Armed Forces
- Reserve/National Guard
- Veterans/retirees
- Spouses of service members and veterans/retirees
- Current Department of Defense employees
We are proud to support you in your pursuit of a flexible and affordable online education by offering you the following benefits:
- Tuition discounts – $250 per credit hour for undergraduate courses
- Additional discount for veterans who serve in a civilian capacity as a First Responder (less than $625 per course)
- 8-week courses, 8 different start dates each year, and no set login times (may exclude certain courses such as practicums, internships, or field experiences)
Credit Hours
Class Type
100% online, 8-week courses
Transfer Credits
Transfer in up to 75% of the degree total
Next Start Date
Aug 18, 2025
Accreditation
CoARC
Bachelor of Science Respiratory Therapy (RRT to BSRT)
- 100% online programs at the associate, bachelor’s, master’s, and doctoral level.*
- Earn credit for prior learning.
- Transfer in up to 75% of a bachelor’s degree.
- Transfer in up to 50% of a master’s degree.
* excludes licensure, certification, and some doctoral programs
Your goals on your time
We are committed to helping you achieve your goals and complete your degree as quickly as possible. One of our admissions counselors is ready to assist you with starting the process.
Contact Us: (800) 424-9595
Why Choose Liberty University?
Prepare for a Career
Go from merely surviving in your current job to thriving in the career of your dreams.
Enjoy Flexible Courses
Complete assignments at your own pace, at a time convenient to you within each week.
Access Academic Support
Access our electronic and print resources through the Jerry Falwell Library, writing resources, study aids, and IT support.
Grow in Your Faith
Each of our programs is grounded in biblical principles, and our professors consider teaching to be more than a job – it’s their calling.
Liberty’s online courses give you the ability to choose when and where you study.
Financing Options
Financial Aid
87% of all Liberty students in an online program are awarded financial aid.
Tuition Discounts
Available for military service members, including active duty, reserve, veterans, and their spouses, as well as emergency response personnel.
Corporate Tuition Assistance
Deferred – If your company reimburses you for the cost of your education, you submit your grades to your employer who pays you, and then you pay for your classes.
Other Payment Options are Available
Contact one of our admissions counselors for more information by calling (800) 424-9595.
An Accredited Private Education Made for You
As a nonprofit university, we have been pioneering distance education since 1985 and offer a unique and proven approach to online education.
Along with our advanced accreditations, we also have been recognized by the following organizations for our excellence in education.
Our online programs are backed by our brick-and-mortar campus – ranked among Niche.com’s Top 5 College Campuses in America – and that commitment to excellence extends to our online students as well.