How long does it take to get a masters degree in respiratory care?

Answer 1

There is no masters in respiratory care, some colleges or universities may offer bachelors degree in this area. Many community colleges offer an associates of science in respiratory care which is the minimum requirement. Some graduates of this program take other approaches to the bachelors, masters, and doctorate levels. For example, the University of Medicine and Dentistry of New Jersey offers respiratory care only as a cooperative program with a number of community colleges within the state. This is at the associates level. The student takes the general education courses through the community college and the professional phase courses through the university. Those who wish to continue, may take a bachelors in health sciences.