The goals of CSPR are to:

• provide an environment for networking among professionals caring for the complex needs of pulmonary patients.
  
• provide educational opportunities to improve knowledge and skills for clinical practice and research applications.
  
• promote and support guidelines for pulmonary rehabilitation programs.
  
• promote awareness of pulmonary health and rehabilitation for the patient, community, and health care professional.
  
• work closely with other professional organizations to promote common interests.
  
• nurture development and enhance the professional image of practitioners working with pulmonary patients.
  
• publicize and promote National Pulmonary Rehabilitation Week.