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Respiratory Care Clinical Concepts, Graduate Certificate – Online

Program Overview

Are you a registered respiratory therapist with a bachelor’s degree in respiratory therapy, health or social science? Enhance your expertise and career prospects with the UNC Charlotte Graduate Certificate in Respiratory Care Clinical Concepts. This program is tailor-made for healthcare professionals like you, aiming to deepen your knowledge and skills in managing cardiopulmonary disorders through advanced diagnostic and therapeutic clinical concepts.

Program Contact

Tyeisha Washington

Enrollment Team

online@charlotte.edu

704-687-5235

Respiratory Care Clinical Concepts, Graduate Certificate at a Glance

Join a community of motivated healthcare professionals committed to excellence in the care of patients with cardiopulmonary disorders. With our flexible, 100% online Graduate Certificate in Respiratory Care Clinical Concepts, you’re not just investing in your education; you’re investing in your future.

Delivery
Online
Credits
12 Credit Hours
Admits
Spring & Fall
Courses

Graduate Certificate in Respiratory Care Leadership (12 Credits):

Admissions & Requirements
Application Deadlines

Applicants can apply via the UNC Charlotte Graduate Admissions website.

Why UNC Charlotte?

Why Choose Our Graduate Certificate Program?

Professional Development Opportunities: This program is ideal for registered respiratory therapists who are not ready to commit to a full master’s program yet seek to enhance their knowledge and skills in leadership and clinical practice. Whether you’re looking to advance in your current role or explore new opportunities in the field of respiratory care, our graduate certificate provides the perfect platform for professional development.

100% Online Flexibility: Designed with the working professional in mind, our program allows you to balance your career and education seamlessly. Study and complete coursework on your schedule without compromising your professional responsibilities.

Focused Curriculum: Our 12-semester credit hour program is meticulously crafted to provide you with comprehensive insights into advanced clinical practices and leadership skills in respiratory care, ensuring you’re well-equipped to take on more advanced roles in the field.

Pathway to Advancement: Not only does this certificate program offer you a chance to refine your clinical capabilities, but it also opens doors for further academic and professional growth. Credits earned can be seamlessly transferred to the MS in Respiratory Care program with the approval of a graduate advisor, providing a smooth transition for those considering a master’s degree in the future.

Interactive and Collaborative Learning Environment: Engage and network with fellow respiratory care professionals in a dynamic online setting. Benefit from interprofessional collaboration opportunities, especially if you choose to complete an elective course, enhancing your learning experience and expanding your professional network.

Tuition

Resident: $288.82 per credit hour

Outside of NC Non-Resident: $536.98 per credit hour

Non Resident: $1,098.21 per credit hour

Please note: Rates are subject to change.

Already a 49er? Early Entry Option Available

Exceptional undergraduate students in UNC Charlotte’s Respiratory Care program may apply to the Early Entry Program to begin work toward a Master’s in Respiratory Care graduate degree before completion of the bachelor’s degree.