Respiratory Therapy

 
 
 

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SCIENCE OF RESPIRATORY REHABILITATION

Morningside now offers you the opportunity to earn a bachelor’s degree in respiratory care by completing coursework in affiliation with St. Luke’s College – UnityPoint Health. With a degree from Morningside’s Respiratory Therapy program, you will gain the skills and knowledge you need to work with patients who suffer from such diseases, including asthma, bronchitis, and emphysema.

Degrees

Respiratory Therapy (B.S.)

Major

Respiratory Therapy (A.S.)

Major

A Great Fit For

  • Students who are able to show compassion and sympathy.
  • Individuals who are detail-oriented.
  • Those who wish to use their interpersonal skills in their work environment.
  • Anyone who has strong problem-solving skills.
  • Someone interested in anatomy, physiology, and other sciences.

THE MORINGSIDE DIFFERENCE

CLINICAL EXPERIENCES

Respiratory Therapy students complete a clinical practice every semester, ensuring that you’ll receive hands-on experience that complements what you learn in the classroom.

RESEARCH/ACTIVE LEARNING

Research is encouraged and celebrated at Morningside, including at the annual Maud Adams Nursing Research Day and the Morningside University Palmer Research Symposium where students present on a wide range of healthcare-related topics. Students can also volunteer and take part in a variety of community activities to practice and promote healthcare.

TRAVEL

Morningside students have the opportunity to travel regionally, nationally, and even internationally for professional conferences or May Term courses. Travel grants and special scholarship eligibility may be available.

FEATURED COURSES

REQUIRED

An introduction to biological principles with an emphasis on how the human experience is shaped by biology. Topics covered will include basic cellular biology, genetics and physiology with an emphasis on human health. Lecture and laboratory.

REQUIRED

The focus is on principles, knowledge, and application of basic nutrition concepts.

REQUIRED

The study of the structures of the human body from the cellular level to organ systems, with primary emphasis on names and positions of body structures. Lecture and laboratory.

WHY STUDY AT MORNINGSIDE?

13:1

student/faculty ratio so you’re assured a quality education focused on you

99%

employed or in graduate school within six months of graduation

65+

majors & pre-professional programs available

Related Majors & Minors

Still looking for the right fit? Check out some additional program options that we think might interest you or are often paired with this program. You can also view the programs page to keep exploring your options.

MEET THE FACULTY

Jacklyn Barber

Dean of Nylen School of Nursing & Health Sciences

Jacklyn’s Profile
Aaron Bunker

Aaron Bunker

Professor

Aaron’s Profile
Chad Leugers

Chad Leugers

Associate Professor

Chad’s Profile

Anni Moore

Associate Professor

I love teaching at Morningside because I get to work with amazing students, teach them about the great world of microbiology, guide many of them through research projects, and see them graduate and go on to do good things in the world. As an educator, I cannot think of anything more rewarding!

Anni’s Profile
Kurt Spearing

Kurt Spearing

Associate Professor

Kurt’s Profile

John Helms

Assistant Professor

John’s Profile

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