Respiratory therapy schools in Hempstead, NY

5 schools within 30 miles of Hempstead, NY offer respiratory therapist programs, and the closest is Nassau Community College in Garden City, 2 miles away. Respiratory therapists in New York earn a median $107,810 a year, according to the BLS.

Within 30 miles
5
Closest
2 mi
Public colleges
4
Median pay in NY
$107,810

5 respiratory therapist schools within 30 mi of Hempstead, NY

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  1. Nassau Community College

    Garden City, NY · 2.1 mi · Public

    • Respiratory therapist
    • Medical assistant
    • Medical billing & coding
    • +9

  2. Mandl School - The College of Allied Health

    New York, NY · 20 mi · Private

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

  3. CUNY Borough of Manhattan Community College

    New York, NY · 21 mi · Public

    • Respiratory therapist
    • EMT & paramedic
    • Medical billing & coding
    • +1

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  5. SUNY Westchester Community College

    Valhalla, NY · 27 mi · Public

    • Respiratory therapist
    • EMT & paramedic
    • Medical billing & coding
    • +5

  6. Bergen Community College

    Paramus, NJ · 30 mi · Public

    • Respiratory therapist
    • EMT & paramedic
    • Culinary arts
    • +8

What respiratory therapists earn in New York

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

Respiratory therapist salary in New YorkHow to become a respiratory therapist

Median pay
$107,810
$51.83 an hour
Typical range
$81,270–$131,500
10th to 90th percentile
Jobs in NY
7,010
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 Hempstead?

The closest are Nassau Community College (Garden City, 2 mi), Mandl School - The College of Allied Health (New York, 20 mi), and CUNY Borough of Manhattan Community College (New York, 21 mi). In total, 5 schools within 30 miles teach respiratory therapist.

How much do respiratory therapist programs near Hempstead cost?

For the 5 schools nearby that report it, the average yearly net price after aid ranges from $4,976 to $35,578. Ask each school for the full program cost, including tools, books and exam fees.

How much do respiratory therapists make near Hempstead?

Across New York, the median pay is $107,810 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 Hempstead?

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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