… East Los Angeles College Announces Groundbreaking Bachelor's Degree in Respiratory Therapy … East Los Angeles College Announces Groundbreaking Bachelor's Degree in Respiratory Therapy … … milestone marks the first bachelor's degree offered in ELAC's over 75-year history, signaling a new era of advanced education opportunities for respiratory care professionals. "An ELAC bachelor's degree in respiratory therapy will not only … Program Requirements and Outcomes … Applicants must already hold Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) credentials and an Associate’s Degree in Respiratory Therapy to enroll in the BSRT. While the program does not lead to additional …