About the Program
The Respiratory Therapy program is designed to prepare competent professionals capable of assessing, diagnosing, and managing patients with acute and chronic respiratory disorders through the application of advanced respiratory care technologies and evidence-based practice.
The program focuses on developing students’ knowledge in respiratory physiology, mechanical ventilation, respiratory care equipment, and the management of critically ill patients. It also includes comprehensive clinical training in hospitals and healthcare facilities, allowing students to gain practical experience in diverse clinical settings and enhancing their professional competence.
Career Opportunities and Employment Settings
Graduates of the Respiratory Therapy program can pursue employment in:
• Public and private hospitals
• Intensive care units and emergency departments
• Pulmonary and respiratory care departments
• Respiratory rehabilitation centers
• Home healthcare services
• Academic and research institutions
• Local and international healthcare organizations
Vision & Mission
Vision
To excel in the education and training of Respiratory Therapy by preparing specialized professionals capable of delivering advanced, evidence-based respiratory care and contributing to the improvement of patient health and quality of life across diverse clinical settings.
Mission
The mission of the Respiratory Therapy program is to prepare competent professionals with the scientific and practical skills necessary to assess and manage respiratory disorders, deliver advanced evidence-based respiratory care, and adhere to quality and safety standards in order to improve patient outcomes and support the healthcare system.
Program Objectives
- Prepare graduates with advanced scientific knowledge of respiratory system physiology and respiratory diseases.
- Develop clinical competencies in the assessment, diagnosis, and management of patients with acute and chronic respiratory disorders.
- Enable students to competently operate respiratory therapy equipment and mechanical ventilation systems in accordance with safety and quality standards.
- Promote evidence-based practice in the delivery of respiratory care services.
- Strengthen communication and teamwork skills within multidisciplinary healthcare teams, particularly in critical care settings.
- Foster professional ethics and lifelong learning to enhance the quality of respiratory healthcare services
Learning Outcomes
- Recognize the fundamentals of respiratory therapy and its applications in the health care system.
- Utilize diagnostic reasoning to carry out thorough patient evaluations and examine physical limitations in various body systems to guide tailored respiratory training program.
- Professionally implement sound problem-solving techniques using innovative thinking for issues associated with respiratory dysfunction taking into consideration the preventive measures in evidence-based practice.
- Appraise applied scientific research in respiratory therapy as a consumer and contributor to evidence-based practice.
- Demonstrate effective leadership, management, safe professional practices and ethical conduct.
- Prioritize effective respiratory care communication and exhibit effective team dynamics and skills with clients, caregivers and health professionals.
- Create a customized strategy for lifetime learning, higher certifications, and ongoing professional development via practice, effective teaching tools, and actively contribute and serve society, locally and internationally.
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Advising Plan
You can download the program advising plan from the links below:
