Course Overview:

The Bachelor of Science in Respiratory Therapy is a specialized program designed to train healthcare professionals who assist patients with respiratory issues and provide essential support in critical care settings. Respiratory therapists play a crucial role in diagnosing, managing, and treating patients with chronic respiratory diseases and those who require mechanical ventilation or emergency respiratory interventions. This course prepares students to be adept in handling advanced equipment, including ventilators and other life-support systems, while working closely with healthcare teams in hospitals, clinics, and critical care units.

Duration:
The course typically spans over 3 to 4 years (depending on the institution), divided into six to eight semesters.

Average Fees:
The course fees range between INR 50,000 to INR 2,00,000 per year, varying based on the institution and location.

Exams to Attend:
To pursue this course, students are often required to pass entrance exams conducted at the state or national level, such as:

• NEET UG (National Eligibility cum Entrance Test for Undergraduate courses)

• Institution-specific exams or counseling processes

Syllabus:

Semester 1:

• Introduction to Respiratory Therapy

• Human Anatomy and Physiology (with emphasis on the respiratory system)

• Biochemistry

• Fundamentals of Respiratory Care

• English and Communication Skills

Semester 2:

• Applied Pharmacology

• Pathophysiology (related to respiratory diseases)

• Clinical Respiratory Care I

• Basic Microbiology

• Introduction to Patient Care Techniques

Semester 3:

• Respiratory Equipment Handling

• Therapeutics in Respiratory Therapy

• Clinical Respiratory Care II

• Pulmonary Function Testing

• Ethics and Professionalism in Healthcare

Semester 4:

• Pulmonary Rehabilitation

• Critical Care Management

• Clinical Respiratory Care III

• Advanced Pulmonary Diagnostics

• Applied Biostatistics and Research Methodology

Semester 5:

• Pediatric and Neonatal Respiratory Care

• Mechanical Ventilation

• Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) and Advanced Life Support

• Disease Management for Respiratory Therapists

• Internship/Practical Training I

Semester 6:

• Advanced Critical Care and ICU Management

• Clinical Research in Respiratory Therapy

• Emergency Respiratory Care Techniques

• Healthcare Management and Leadership

• Internship/Practical Training II

Top 10 Institutions for B.Sc. in Respiratory Therapy (India - Combined Ranking)

1. AIIMS (All India Institute of Medical Sciences), New Delhi

2. Christian Medical College (CMC), Vellore

3. Manipal College of Allied Health Sciences, Manipal

4. Sri Ramachandra Institute of Higher Education and Research, Chennai

5. PGIMER (Postgraduate Institute of Medical Education and Research), Chandigarh

6. Amrita Institute of Medical Sciences, Kochi

7. JIPMER (Jawaharlal Institute of Postgraduate Medical Education and Research), Puducherry

8. Kasturba Medical College, Mangalore.

9. SRM Institute of Science and Technology, Chennai

10. King George’s Medical University (KGMU), Lucknow.

Top 10 Institutions for B.Sc. in Respiratory Therapy (Kerala)

1. Amrita Institute of Medical Sciences, Kochi

2. Azeezia Institute of Medical Sciences, Kollam

3. Sree Gokulam Medical College and Research Foundation, Thiruvananthapuram

4. Government Medical College, Kozhikode

5. Mahatma Gandhi University, Kottayam

6. Pushpagiri Institute of Medical Sciences, Thiruvalla

7. Kerala University of Health Sciences, Thrissur

8. Little Flower Institute of Medical Sciences and Research, Angamaly

9. Jubilee Mission Medical College and Research Institute, Thrissur

10. MES Medical College, Perinthalmanna