Respiratory therapy schools in Missouri

We found 7 schools offering respiratory therapist training in Missouri, with campuses in Springfield, Cape Girardeau, Kansas City, and Park Hills and more. Respiratory therapists in Missouri earn a median $78,390 a year, according to the BLS.

Schools
7
Public colleges
5
Median pay in MO
$78,390
Cities with schools
3

7 respiratory therapist schools

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  1. Cape Girardeau Career and Technology Center

    Cape Girardeau, MO · Public

    • Respiratory therapist
    • Electrician
    • HVAC technician
    • +8

  2. Concorde Career College-Kansas City

    Kansas City, MO · Private

    • Respiratory therapist
    • Medical assistant
    • Practical nursing (LPN/LVN)
    • +6

  3. Mineral Area College

    Park Hills, MO · Public

    • Respiratory therapist
    • Electrician
    • HVAC technician
    • +9

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  5. Missouri Southern State University

    Joplin, MO · Public

    • Respiratory therapist
    • EMT & paramedic
    • Industrial maintenance & mechatronics
    • +3

  6. Ozarks Technical Community College

    Springfield, MO · Public

    • Respiratory therapist
    • Electrician
    • HVAC technician
    • +23

  7. Saint Louis Community College

    Bridgeton, MO · Public

    • Respiratory therapist
    • CNC machining
    • Automotive technician
    • +18

  8. St Louis College of Health Careers-Fenton

    Fenton, MO · Private

    • Respiratory therapist
    • Medical assistant
    • Practical nursing (LPN/LVN)
    • +1

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What respiratory therapists earn in Missouri

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

Respiratory therapist salary in MissouriHow to become a respiratory therapist

Median pay
$78,390
$37.69 an hour
Typical range
$60,950–$95,730
10th to 90th percentile
Jobs in MO
3,030
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 Missouri?

We list 7 schools in Missouri with respiratory therapist programs: 5 public colleges and 2 private career schools. Campuses are in Springfield, Cape Girardeau, Kansas City, Park Hills, and Joplin.

Are there community college respiratory therapist programs in Missouri?

Yes. 5 public colleges in Missouri 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 Missouri?

Among the 7 schools here that report it to the U.S. Department of Education, the average yearly net price (after grants and scholarships) ranges from $6,936 to $29,500. 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 Missouri?

The median pay for respiratory therapists in Missouri is $78,390 a year, and most earn between $60,950 and $95,730, according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.

How do I choose a respiratory therapist school in Missouri?

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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