"The knowledge I have gained at Northeastern University is contributing to my interest in research and the field of respiratory care, my continued thirst for knowledge, and my love of my profession.” — Maria M, '18

“With guidance from professors Dr. Thomas Barnes, Dr. Dean Hess, and Dr. Aaron Light, I am now assisting the AARC with clinical practice guidelines. The program has assisted me in expanding my research skills with courses taught by Dr. Barnes in Research Design and Applied Research in Respiratory Care.” — Maria M. ‘18

"After graduating from Northeastern University in 2015 with my Master of Science in Respiratory Care Leadership I was promoted into the role of Clinical Supervisor of Pulmonary Diagnostics & Respiratory Therapy Services at the University of Virginia Medical Center.” — Dan G. MSRCL’15

Graduates and students of the Master of Science in Respiratory Care Leadership are actively involved in respiratory care research that has been recognized with national awards at the AARC Congress, and with research abstracts selected by the science journal Respiratory Care as the “Editor’s Choice.”

The Master of Science in Respiratory Care Leadership has graduated 124 registered respiratory therapists who are employed by universities and colleges, major global medical and pharmaceutical companies, and acute care hospitals across the United States, Canada, Singapore, and Saudi Arabia.

Northeastern is a world-class university with an outstanding graduate program for registered respiratory therapists. It's a wonderful institution where nationally known faculty members can make a significant impact on the future of the respiratory care profession.

"Our graduates are highly sought leaders in physical therapy bringing cutting edge research and evidence to their practice. The doctoral program propels students to a new level of advanced diagnosis and practice." — Suzanne D Alston PT, DPT, MS
 

“After 20 years of numerous continuing education courses and traditional practice, the tDPT program at Northeastern University has allowed for a rewarding implementation to an evidence-based approach for effective clinical decision-making to administer high-quality patient care.”— John Douzepis PT, DPT (BSPT 1995, tDPT 2018)