Respiratory Care

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Welcome to the Molloy University Bachelor of Science in Respiratory Care Program


The Molloy University Respiratory Care Program, CoARC program number 200369, Bachelor of Science in Respiratory Care, located at 1000 Hempstead Avenue Rockville Centre NY 11570 is accredited by the Commission on Accreditation for Respiratory Care (www.coarc.com).

 

Thank you for your interest in the Bachelor of Science in Respiratory Care Program at Molloy University. Our program is dedicated to providing students with the knowledge and skills needed to excel in the dynamic field of respiratory care as well as ensuring that students receive high-quality education and training that meets the highest standards in the field.

 

Commission on Accreditation for Respiratory Care
264 Precision Blvd
Telford, TN 37690
Phone: (817) 283-2835

CoARC accredits respiratory therapy education programs in the United States. To achieve this end, it utilizes an ‘outcomes based’ process. Programmatic outcomes are performance indicators that reflect the extent to which the educational goals of the program are achieved and by which program effectiveness is documented.  https://coarc.com/students/programmatic-outcomes-data/

 

For Student Outcomes and Employment Rates, please click here.

 

The Respiratory Care Program is also an education program approved by the New York State Department of Education. Molloy University is accredited by Middle States Commission on Higher Education Accreditation (last reaffirmed 6/26/14) located at 3624 Market Street, 2nd Floor West, Philadelphia, PA, 19104, Telephone: (267) 284–5000, www.msche.org.

Respiratory Care


According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, the job outlook for respiratory therapists and care professionals is expected to grow by 13% from 2023 to 2033, and you can join this expanding field by getting your degree in respiratory care from Molloy University. Spend your days helping people, saving lives, and giving something back to your community.

 

Interested in a people-focused career centered around helping patients who have trouble breathing? Molloy will equip you with the knowledge and skills necessary to excel in any medical setting. 

Why Earn a Degree in Respiratory Care?


Molloy University's dedicated faculty, with over 60 years of experience, is the life and breath of the respiratory care department. Our on-campus, state-of-the-art equipment and the opportunity to train at a variety of prestigious clinical sites will prepare you for a bright career in this popular field. 


Upon graduation, you will be eligible to sit for credentialing exams to achieve licensure as a Respiratory Technician or Respiratory Therapist and you will be qualified to work in: 


  • Hospitals
  • Physicians' offices
  • Skilled nursing facilities
  • Provide home care

What Will You Learn?


As a respiratory therapist practicing under the care of a physician, you will evaluate and treat all types of patients, ranging from premature infants whose lungs are not fully developed to elderly people who suffer from lung disease, all made possible with the skill and professionalism achieved at Molloy University.


Through this program, students will be able to:

  • Function within inter-professional teams and communicate effectively with diverse populations.
  • Demonstrate competence in performing all respiratory care diagnostic and therapeutic procedures required of a respiratory therapist entering the profession. Demonstrate competence in the application of problem-solving strategies in the patient care setting.
  • Display competence in the application of ethical decision-making and professional responsibility.
  • Demonstrate leadership skills and knowledge related to the management of healthcare services.

How to Apply


You can apply directly to Molloy University through our application portal. Once you create an account with Molloy, you will be able to log in to complete or update your application at any time. Use the links below to create or log into your account:


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Transfer students are welcome into this program. Learn more about transferring to Molloy, including transfer guidelines, articulation agreements, and funding opportunities.