Respiratory therapy schools in Los Angeles, CA

7 schools within 30 miles of Los Angeles, CA offer respiratory therapist programs, and the closest is Santa Monica College in Santa Monica, 3 miles away. Respiratory therapists in California earn a median $104,820 a year, according to the BLS.

Within 30 miles
7
Closest
3 mi
Public colleges
4
Median pay in CA
$104,820

7 respiratory therapist schools within 30 mi of Los Angeles, CA

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  1. Santa Monica College

    Santa Monica, CA · 3.4 mi · Public

    • Respiratory therapist
    • Cosmetology
    • Police academy & criminal justice

  2. El Camino Community College District

    Torrance, CA · 10 mi · Public

    • Respiratory therapist
    • HVAC technician
    • Carpentry
    • +13

  3. Los Angeles Valley College

    Valley Glen, CA · 11 mi · Public

    • Respiratory therapist
    • CNC machining
    • IT support & networking
    • +6

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  5. Concorde Career College - North Hollywood

    North Hollywood, CA · 12 mi · Private

    • Respiratory therapist
    • Medical assistant
    • Dental assistant
    • +2

  6. East Los Angeles College

    Monterey Park, CA · 15 mi · Public

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

  7. Platt College-Los Angeles

    Alhambra, CA · 16 mi · Private

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

  8. American Career College - Anaheim

    Anaheim, CA · 28 mi · Private

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

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 Los Angeles?

The closest are Santa Monica College (Santa Monica, 3 mi), El Camino Community College District (Torrance, 10 mi), and Los Angeles Valley College (Valley Glen, 11 mi). In total, 7 schools within 30 miles teach respiratory therapist.

How much do respiratory therapist programs near Los Angeles cost?

For the 7 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 Los Angeles?

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 Los Angeles?

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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