Bachelor of Science in Respiratory Therapy
Ferris State University

Program Details

Advance your career and education with this online physical therapy degree.  Prepare for a career that is primarily in hospital settings but gives you the ability to work with a wide range of patients.  You will work with everyone from infants to the elderly and from long-term diseases to emergencies.  Through flexible and convenient online courses students gain both expert instruction and cutting-edge skills. 

Coursework includes self-directed learning activities and covers such topics as:

  • Critical thinking
  • Lifelong learning values
  • Evidence-based information synthesis
  • Leadership skills

Unlike many other online physical therapy programs, this online physical therapy degree was designed specifically for the online learning environment.

% Online

100% Online

Program Accreditation & Licensing

Commission on Accreditation for Respiratory Care (CoARC)

School Accreditation & Licensing

Ferris State University is accredited by:

Higher Learning Commission (HLC)

Program Requirements & Restrictions

Minimum Education

Associate Degree

Recommended GPA

2.5 or above (4.0 scale)

Application Requirements

Occupational License, Official College Transcript(s)

Additional Info

  • Must have earned a CoARC accredited associate degree in respiratory care
  • Must hold a valid Licensed Respiratory Therapist (LRT) licensure with NBRC RRT credentials