Respiratory Care
Experiences in Respiratory Care

The bachelor of science with major in respiratory care is a competitive degree that includes clinical rotations in a variety of healthcare settings. The first two years of the degree (university core courses and prerequisites) are completed in San Marcos. By May of their sophomore year, students apply for admission into the fall B.S.R.C. class or cohort. For their last two years (junior and senior years), students complete the sequential curriculum on the Round Rock Campus. Through clinical rotations and the opportunity for an internship in a chosen specialization, students gain professional experience before graduation. Students have the option to participate in Education Abroad or Study in America for global and cultural enrichment. Membership in numerous campus organizations is also available for developing peer networks.
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First Year
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ADVANCE your academic journey
Explore majors with a MyMajors assessment.
Meet with a First Year Advisor to develop your academic planning.
Adopt your University Seminar US1100 learning as key for first year success.
Take advantage of the Student Learning Assistance Center (Tutoring).
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EXPAND your personal and social development
Review your degree plan for courses that include the Service-Learning Excellence program.
Begin expanding your student experience by joining a student organization through the Bobcat Organization HUB.
Join student organizations or committees that focus on health professions.
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ELEVATE your career and professional life
Explore the TXST One Stop for more information about the scholarships provided to new and continuing students.
Attend an IDEA Center workshop to learn more about undergraduate research.
Seek out professionals in areas of interest to learn more about the profession.
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ENRICH your practical competence
Develop and review your resume with Career Services.
Create your Handshake profile.
Create your LinkedIn profile and connect with colleagues and leaders.
Complete your Career Assessments, such as Focus2.
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Middle Years
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ADVANCE your academic journey
Meet with the Health Professions Advising Center for questions about the health sciences major.
Seek scholarship opportunities offered by the College of Health Professions.
Explore Campus Resources for academic and personal support.
Share your knowledge as a Peer Mentor or Tutor at SLAC.
Meet with a faculty mentor to select an undergraduate research opportunity.
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EXPAND your personal and social development
Meet with the Health Professions Advising Center for questions about the health sciences major.
Seek scholarship opportunities offered by the College of Health Professions.
Explore Campus Resources for academic and personal support.
Share your knowledge as a Peer Mentor or Tutor at SLAC.
Meet with a faculty mentor to select an undergraduate research opportunity.
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ENRICH your practical competence
Attend a conference related to your major (get recommendations from a faculty) or your student organization.
Check out the National Science Foundation (NSF) Research Experiences for Undergraduates (REU) Summer Program.
Get internship guidance and report your internship offers to Career Services.
Review micro internship opportunities for professional development in which you learn and earn.
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ELEVATE your career and professional life
Develop your resume with the help of the professionals at Career Services.
Build Career & Graduate School Fairs into your schedule to ensure your connection maximum opportunities.
Prepare to ace your job interviews with Career Services or your academic department.
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Last Years
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ADVANCE your academic journey
Check your Degree Audit & meet with your academic advisor.
Apply for Graduation.
Meet with a faculty mentor or peer advisor.
Complete a capstone project related to major.
Explore next steps including potential graduate programs.
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EXPAND your personal and social development
Attend financial literacy workshops (e.g., budgeting, student loans, taxes).
Attend a Student Government Senate meeting to contribute to the TXST community.
Select a service activity through Student Involvement to give back to the area community.
Seek out a leadership role with the Leadership & Service program.
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ENRICH your practical competence
Learn about Global Career Accelerator options that give you experience with global companies and in-demand tech skills.
Deliver a presentation in a student conference, workshop, seminar or community organization.
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ELEVATE your career and professional life
Attend employer info sessions at Career Services.
Develop a full-time employment or graduate school plan with Career Services.
Identify faculty and professional references.
Complete your First Destination Survey to share your post-graduation plans.
Complement your degree with a micro credential.
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Career Opportunities
- Public health educator
- Health services manager
- Clinical supervisor
- Records and information technician
- Medical billing manager
- Health care consultant
- Medical office manager
- Practice administrator
- Human resources manager
- Pharmaceutical sales representative
- Health and medical equipment sales representative