Respiratory therapy schools in Georgia

We found 9 schools offering respiratory therapist training in Georgia, with campuses in Augusta, Waycross, Griffin, and Thomasville and more. Respiratory therapists in Georgia earn a median $83,700 a year, according to the BLS.

Schools
9
Public colleges
9
Median pay in GA
$83,700

9 respiratory therapist schools

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  1. Augusta Technical College

    Augusta, GA · Public

    • Respiratory therapist
    • Electrician
    • HVAC technician
    • +26

  2. Coastal Pines Technical College

    Waycross, GA · Public

    • Respiratory therapist
    • Electrician
    • HVAC technician
    • +24

  3. Columbus Technical College

    Columbus, GA · Public

    • Respiratory therapist
    • Electrician
    • HVAC technician
    • +32

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  5. Georgia Northwestern Technical College

    Rome, GA · Public

    • Respiratory therapist
    • Electrician
    • HVAC technician
    • +28

  6. Gwinnett Technical College

    Lawrenceville, GA · Public

    • Respiratory therapist
    • Electrician
    • HVAC technician
    • +23

  7. Middle Georgia State University

    Macon, GA · Public

    • Respiratory therapist
    • Aviation maintenance
    • Occupational therapy assistant
    • +1

  8. Oconee Fall Line Technical College

    Sandersville, GA · Public

    • Respiratory therapist
    • Electrician
    • HVAC technician
    • +20

  9. Southern Crescent Technical College

    Griffin, GA · Public

    • Respiratory therapist
    • Electrician
    • HVAC technician
    • +26

  10. Southern Regional Technical College

    Thomasville, GA · Public

    • Respiratory therapist
    • Electrician
    • HVAC technician
    • +28

What respiratory therapists earn in Georgia

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

Respiratory therapist salary in GeorgiaHow to become a respiratory therapist

Median pay
$83,700
$40.24 an hour
Typical range
$65,050–$112,320
10th to 90th percentile
Jobs in GA
5,150
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 Georgia?

We list 9 schools in Georgia with respiratory therapist programs: 9 public colleges. Campuses are in Augusta, Waycross, Griffin, Thomasville, and Columbus.

Are there community college respiratory therapist programs in Georgia?

Yes. 9 public colleges in Georgia 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 Georgia?

Among the 8 schools here that report it to the U.S. Department of Education, the average yearly net price (after grants and scholarships) ranges from $813 to $12,844. 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 Georgia?

The median pay for respiratory therapists in Georgia is $83,700 a year, and most earn between $65,050 and $112,320, according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.

How do I choose a respiratory therapist school in Georgia?

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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