Course Description:

Respiratory therapy is an allied medical specialty concerned with the evaluation and treatment of patients who have breathing problems. Therapists are in demand in hospitals and hospital-related organizations to provide direct patient care to those with acute and chronic respiratory problems. The field of respiratory therapy is growing rapidly. Diagnosis and management of adult respiratory disorders needing intensive care, neonatal and paediatric intensive care, pulmonary function testing, pulmonary rehabilitation, teaching, and research opportunities are areas that offer opportunities to the respiratory therapist for professional growth and personal satisfaction.

 Focus:

The lateral entry BSc Respiratory Therapy program is a streamlined three years’ option (six semester) allowing students to joined directly in the third semester of the regular batch, offering a more accelerated rout for those with relevant prior education or experience. This flexibility is ideal for those seeking to advance in the field of Respiratory Therapy. The candidates should have completed a two-year diploma in Respiratory Therapy.

 Career Prospectus:

The career prospects in respiratory therapy are diverse and growing, with opportunities in various healthcare settings such as hospitals, clinics, and rehabilitation centers. Respiratory therapists are responsible for assessing and managing patients with cardiorespiratory conditions, which includes administering medical gases, providing humidification, and delivering respiratory medications like bronchodilators and mucolytics. They play a vital role in performing and interpreting diagnostic tests, such as pulmonary function tests and arterial blood gases, to guide treatment plans. Additionally, they manage mechanical ventilation, assist in weaning patients off ventilators, and provide chest physiotherapy and postural drainage. Respiratory therapists also contribute to pulmonary rehabilitation programs, including smoking cessation, and are trained to perform emergency cardiac life support, enhancing their value in critical care situations. With the growing demand for specialized care in respiratory health, this field offers strong job security and opportunities for advancement. RTs can work as

• Respiratory Therapist
• Clinical Application Specialist
• Product Manager
• Manager, Medical Sciences
• Product Trainee
• Sleep and Pulmonary function specialist.

Admission Process:

The candidate must have passed 10+2/A level IB/ American 12th grade or equivalent with Physics, Chemistry, Biology, and English as subjects with 50 % in Physics, Chemistry and Biology.

 The candidate must have two-year Diploma certificate in Respiratory Therapy Program recognized university or paramedical board.

Interested candidates are encouraged to apply before the deadline. For further details, please contact the admissions office.