BSc · Health Sciences
BSc Respiratory Therapy
- Qualification
- BSc
- Duration
- 4 years
- Region
- Greater Accra
Overview
BSc Respiratory Therapy prepares you to assess, treat and monitor people with breathing and lung-related conditions. At the University of Ghana, the programme addresses the need for skilled respiratory-care professionals in hospitals and intensive-care settings while offering a specialised path in allied health.
What you will study
You study respiratory anatomy and physiology, cardiopulmonary assessment, airway management, oxygen therapy, mechanical ventilation, pulmonary rehabilitation and critical care. You also develop clinical skills in patient monitoring, emergency response, infection prevention, documentation and teamwork with doctors and nurses.
Career prospects
You can work as a respiratory therapist or respiratory-care practitioner in hospitals, intensive care units, emergency departments, operating theatres, neonatal units and pulmonary rehabilitation services. Opportunities may also exist in medical equipment companies, sleep centres, research and international healthcare systems, subject to local licensing requirements.
Who this programme may suit
You thrive if you remain calm in emergencies, enjoy hands-on clinical work and have a strong interest in human biology and technology. Precision, empathy, stamina and effective teamwork are essential.