Respiratory care is an exciting, fast-paced profession that combines advanced technology with compassionate care of people with breathing disorders. Our program prepares you to work as a respiratory therapist with patients of all ages, from premature infants to older adults, in this high-tech, high-touch career.<br>The University of Hartford offers the only entry-level bachelor's degree program in New England. More hospitals are now requiring a bachelor's degree for respiratory therapists, and it gives you an edge throughout your career, from landing your first job to advancing to leadership positions.<br><br>Our fully accredited four-year program provides graduates with a Bachelor of Science degree and eligibility for state licensing and credentialing by the National Board for Respiratory Care.<br><br>This program offers more than 750 hours of clinical experience and includes clinical training at some of the best medical facilities in New England, including Hartford Hospital, Yale-New Haven Hospital, Brigham and Women's Medical Center, and Boston Children's Hospital.<br><br>Our state-of-the-art simulation center on campus gives students the opportunity to practice realistic patient care scenarios that challenge and develop their critical thinking and clinical skills.