Respiratory therapy schools in Florida
We found 22 schools offering respiratory therapist training in Florida, with campuses in Fort Lauderdale, Jacksonville, Tampa, and Miramar and more. Respiratory therapists in Florida earn a median $81,160 a year, according to the BLS.
- Schools
- 22
- Public colleges
- 17
- Median pay in FL
- $81,160
- Cities with schools
- 9
Respiratory therapy schools by city
- Miami (5 within 30 mi)
- Tampa (3 within 30 mi)
- St. Petersburg (3 within 30 mi)
- Fort Lauderdale (5 within 30 mi)
- Miramar (5 within 30 mi)
- Clearwater (3 within 30 mi)
- Boca Raton (4 within 30 mi)
- Cutler Bay (3 within 30 mi)
- Plant City (3 within 30 mi)
What respiratory therapists earn in Florida
Median pay means half earn more and half earn less. Pay grows with experience, certifications and overtime.
Respiratory therapist salary in FloridaHow to become a respiratory therapist
- Median pay
- $81,160
- $39.02 an hour
- Typical range
- $64,240–$100,310
- 10th to 90th percentile
- Jobs in FL
- 8,820
- 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
How many respiratory therapist schools are in Florida?
We list 22 schools in Florida with respiratory therapist programs: 17 public colleges, 1 private nonprofit school, and 4 private career schools. Campuses are in Fort Lauderdale, Jacksonville, Tampa, Miramar, and Daytona Beach.
Are there community college respiratory therapist programs in Florida?
Yes. 17 public colleges in Florida offer respiratory therapist. Public programs often cost less and are usually eligible for federal financial aid. Confirm costs and aid with each school.
How much does respiratory therapist school cost in Florida?
Among the 22 schools here that report it to the U.S. Department of Education, the average yearly net price (after grants and scholarships) ranges from $1,471 to $30,498. That figure covers the whole school, not just this program, so ask each school for the program's total cost.
How much do respiratory therapists make in Florida?
The median pay for respiratory therapists in Florida is $81,160 a year, and most earn between $64,240 and $100,310, according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.
How do I choose a respiratory therapist school in Florida?
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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Respiratory therapy schools in other states
- California (34)
- Texas (29)
- North Carolina (14)
- Ohio (14)
- Illinois (11)
- Michigan (11)
- Kentucky (10)
- Pennsylvania (10)
- Georgia (9)
- Mississippi (9)
- New York (9)
- South Carolina (8)
- Iowa (7)
- Kansas (7)
- Missouri (7)
- Tennessee (7)