Respiratory therapy schools in West Virginia

Looking for respiratory therapist schools in West Virginia? There are 5, including 5 public colleges. Respiratory therapists in West Virginia earn a median $68,670 a year, according to the BLS.

Schools
5
Public colleges
5
Median pay in WV
$68,670
Cities with schools
1

5 respiratory therapist schools

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  1. BridgeValley Community & Technical College

    South Charleston, WV · Public

    • Respiratory therapist
    • Welding
    • CNC machining
    • +16

  2. Carver Career Center

    Charleston, WV · Public

    • Respiratory therapist
    • Electrician
    • HVAC technician
    • +7

  3. Mountwest Community & Technical College

    Huntington, WV · Public

    • Respiratory therapist
    • Welding
    • CNC machining
    • +17

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  5. Pierpont Community & Technical College

    Fairmont, WV · Public

    • Respiratory therapist
    • Welding
    • Practical nursing (LPN/LVN)
    • +12

  6. Southern West Virginia Community and Technical College

    Logan, WV · Public

    • Respiratory therapist
    • Welding
    • Medical assistant
    • +6

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What respiratory therapists earn in West Virginia

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

Respiratory therapist salary in West VirginiaHow to become a respiratory therapist

Median pay
$68,670
$33.01 an hour
Typical range
$52,940–$94,280
10th to 90th percentile
Jobs in WV
1,140
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 West Virginia?

We list 5 schools in West Virginia with respiratory therapist programs: 5 public colleges. Campuses are in South Charleston, Charleston, Huntington, Fairmont, and Logan.

Are there community college respiratory therapist programs in West Virginia?

Yes. 5 public colleges in West Virginia 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 West Virginia?

Among the 5 schools here that report it to the U.S. Department of Education, the average yearly net price (after grants and scholarships) ranges from $4,565 to $10,321. 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 West Virginia?

The median pay for respiratory therapists in West Virginia is $68,670 a year, and most earn between $52,940 and $94,280, according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.

How do I choose a respiratory therapist school in West Virginia?

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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