Respiratory therapy schools in Tennessee

We found 7 schools offering respiratory therapist training in Tennessee, with campuses in Chattanooga, Memphis, Gallatin, and Columbia and more. Respiratory therapists in Tennessee earn a median $72,140 a year, according to the BLS.

Schools
7
Public colleges
6
Median pay in TN
$72,140

7 respiratory therapist schools

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  1. Chattanooga State Community College

    Chattanooga, TN · Public

    • Respiratory therapist
    • Welding
    • Automotive technician
    • +12

  2. Columbia State Community College

    Columbia, TN · Public

    • Respiratory therapist
    • EMT & paramedic
    • Medical lab technician
    • +2

  3. Concorde Career College - Memphis

    Memphis, TN · Private

    • Respiratory therapist
    • Medical assistant
    • Phlebotomy
    • +9

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  5. Jackson State Community College

    Jackson, TN · Public

    • Respiratory therapist
    • Medical assistant
    • Nursing assistant (CNA)
    • +6

  6. Roane State Community College

    Harriman, TN · Public

    • Respiratory therapist
    • Pharmacy technician
    • EMT & paramedic
    • +9

  7. Volunteer State Community College

    Gallatin, TN · Public

    • Respiratory therapist
    • Dental assistant
    • EMT & paramedic
    • +8

  8. Walters State Community College

    Morristown, TN · Public

    • Respiratory therapist
    • Pharmacy technician
    • EMT & paramedic
    • +8

What respiratory therapists earn in Tennessee

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

Respiratory therapist salary in TennesseeHow to become a respiratory therapist

Median pay
$72,140
$34.68 an hour
Typical range
$57,860–$88,060
10th to 90th percentile
Jobs in TN
3,440
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 Tennessee?

We list 7 schools in Tennessee with respiratory therapist programs: 6 public colleges and 1 private career school. Campuses are in Chattanooga, Memphis, Gallatin, Columbia, and Jackson.

Are there community college respiratory therapist programs in Tennessee?

Yes. 6 public colleges in Tennessee 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 Tennessee?

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 $4,270 to $24,563. 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 Tennessee?

The median pay for respiratory therapists in Tennessee is $72,140 a year, and most earn between $57,860 and $88,060, according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.

How do I choose a respiratory therapist school in Tennessee?

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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