This book examines the future of the profession of respiratory care by focusing on the next generation of respiratory therapists. Articles include: student recruitment and selection; characteristics of a successful respiratory care education program; associate in science and bachelor in science degree education programs; graduate degree programs; clinical education; incorporating geriatrics into the respiratory care curriculum; distance education; teaching and evaluating critical thinking; problem-based and case-based learning; continuing education; education and credentialing; training and education challenges; and new roles for respiratory therapists.