The BS in Respiratory Care at Long Island University is your pathway to becoming a vital member of the healthcare team, treating patients with a wide spectrum of cardiopulmonary conditions. You will develop essential health care knowledge, critical bedside skills, and advanced problem-solving abilities to manage diseases from asthma to emphysema, and support patients from newborns to the elderly. This undergraduate degree, accredited by the Commission on Accreditation for Respiratory Care (CoARC), prepares you for a dynamic career where you directly impact patient outcomes and well-being.
This full-time, on-campus program is structured over four years, integrating classroom learning with practical laboratory experiences and diverse clinical site practicums. You will gain hands-on experience in cardiopulmonary physiology, diagnostic testing, and pharmacology, culminating in extensive clinical rotations. In your senior year, you will engage with evidence-based practice and case management, preparing you to take national board examinations. You will graduate with the expertise to pursue diverse career paths in hospitals, clinics, and long-term care facilities.