Respiratory therapy schools in South Carolina

We found 8 schools offering respiratory therapist training in South Carolina, with campuses in Spartanburg, Charleston, Florence, and Greenville and more. Respiratory therapists in South Carolina earn a median $77,740 a year, according to the BLS.

Schools
8
Public colleges
8
Median pay in SC
$77,740

8 respiratory therapist schools

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  1. Florence-Darlington Technical College

    Florence, SC · Public

    • Respiratory therapist
    • HVAC technician
    • Welding
    • +17

  2. Greenville Technical College

    Greenville, SC · Public

    • Respiratory therapist
    • Electrician
    • HVAC technician
    • +24

  3. Horry-Georgetown Technical College

    Conway, SC · Public

    • Respiratory therapist
    • Electrician
    • HVAC technician
    • +25

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  5. Midlands Technical College

    West Columbia, SC · Public

    • Respiratory therapist
    • Electrician
    • HVAC technician
    • +20

  6. Orangeburg Calhoun Technical College

    Orangeburg, SC · Public

    • Respiratory therapist
    • Electrician
    • Welding
    • +14

  7. Piedmont Technical College

    Greenwood, SC · Public

    • Respiratory therapist
    • HVAC technician
    • Welding
    • +16

  8. Spartanburg Community College

    Spartanburg, SC · Public

    • Respiratory therapist
    • HVAC technician
    • Welding
    • +18

  9. Trident Technical College

    Charleston, SC · Public

    • Respiratory therapist
    • Electrician
    • HVAC technician
    • +24

What respiratory therapists earn in South Carolina

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

Respiratory therapist salary in South CarolinaHow to become a respiratory therapist

Median pay
$77,740
$37.38 an hour
Typical range
$63,700–$90,670
10th to 90th percentile
Jobs in SC
1,960
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 South Carolina?

We list 8 schools in South Carolina with respiratory therapist programs: 8 public colleges. Campuses are in Spartanburg, Charleston, Florence, Greenville, and Conway.

Are there community college respiratory therapist programs in South Carolina?

Yes. 8 public colleges in South Carolina 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 South Carolina?

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 $1,406 to $11,713. 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 South Carolina?

The median pay for respiratory therapists in South Carolina is $77,740 a year, and most earn between $63,700 and $90,670, according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.

How do I choose a respiratory therapist school in South Carolina?

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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