Respiratory therapy schools in Long Beach, CA

8 schools within 30 miles of Long Beach, CA offer respiratory therapist programs, and the closest is El Camino Community College District in Torrance, 12 miles away. Respiratory therapists in California earn a median $104,820 a year, according to the BLS.

Within 30 miles
8
Closest
12 mi
Public colleges
5
Median pay in CA
$104,820

8 respiratory therapist schools within 30 mi of Long Beach, CA

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  1. El Camino Community College District

    Torrance, CA · 12 mi · Public

    • Respiratory therapist
    • HVAC technician
    • Carpentry
    • +13

  2. American Career College - Anaheim

    Anaheim, CA · 12 mi · Private

    • Respiratory therapist
    • Medical assistant
    • Practical nursing (LPN/LVN)
    • +7

  3. Concorde Career College - Garden Grove

    Garden Grove, CA · 13 mi · Private

    • Respiratory therapist
    • Medical assistant
    • Pharmacy technician
    • +3

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  5. Orange Coast College

    Costa Mesa, CA · 17 mi · Public

    • Respiratory therapist
    • Electrician
    • HVAC technician
    • +12

  6. East Los Angeles College

    Monterey Park, CA · 18 mi · Public

    • Respiratory therapist
    • Automotive technician
    • Medical assistant
    • +10

  7. Platt College-Los Angeles

    Alhambra, CA · 21 mi · Private

    • Respiratory therapist
    • Medical assistant
    • Nursing assistant (CNA)
    • +4

  8. Santa Monica College

    Santa Monica, CA · 24 mi · Public

    • Respiratory therapist
    • Cosmetology
    • Police academy & criminal justice

  9. Mt. San Antonio College

    Walnut, CA · 26 mi · Public

    • Respiratory therapist
    • HVAC technician
    • Welding
    • +14

What respiratory therapists earn in California

Median pay means half earn more and half earn less. Pay grows with experience, certifications and overtime.

Respiratory therapist salary in CaliforniaHow to become a respiratory therapist

Median pay
$104,820
$50.40 an hour
Typical range
$77,010–$145,510
10th to 90th percentile
Jobs in CA
18,650
Job growth, 2025–35
+8.5%
8,600 openings a year (U.S.)

Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2025, and Employment Projections.

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Frequently asked questions

What are the closest respiratory therapist schools to Long Beach?

The closest are El Camino Community College District (Torrance, 12 mi), American Career College - Anaheim (Anaheim, 12 mi), and Concorde Career College - Garden Grove (Garden Grove, 13 mi). In total, 8 schools within 30 miles teach respiratory therapist.

How much do respiratory therapist programs near Long Beach cost?

For the 8 schools nearby that report it, the average yearly net price after aid ranges from $2,779 to $31,218. Ask each school for the full program cost, including tools, books and exam fees.

How much do respiratory therapists make near Long Beach?

Across California, the median pay is $104,820 a year, according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics. Pay varies by employer, experience and certifications.

How do I choose a respiratory therapist school in Long Beach?

Ask each school about accreditation, total cost after financial aid, hands-on lab hours, certification exam prep, class sizes and job placement. Request info from two or three schools so you can compare their answers side by side.

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