Respiratory Therapist (RT) in Missouri

RTs manage life-support ventilators in ICUs, treat asthma and COPD patients, and run pulmonary function labs. During COVID-19, they were the last line of defense for critically ill patients. Essential, respected, and well-paid.

$77,594 MO Median Salary
13% Growth Rate
2 years Training

πŸ’° Respiratory Therapist (RT) Salary in Missouri

Estimated salary range for Respiratory Therapist (RT)s in Missouri, based on BLS national data adjusted for regional cost of living.

Entry
$52,000
Median
$77,594
Experienced
$93,000

πŸŽ“ Respiratory Therapist (RT) Licensing in Missouri

Credential required: RRT or CRT (NBRC)

Requirements may vary slightly by state. Always verify current licensing requirements with the Missouri state licensing board before enrolling.

Schools and programs related to Respiratory Therapist (RT) in Missouri

These listings are shown as related training options for Respiratory Therapist (RT) in Missouri. Before enrolling, compare program length, total cost, credential outcomes, and how well each option matches local employer demand.

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Concorde Career College-Broadway

πŸ“ Kansas City, MO

Award

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St Louis College of Health Careers-St Louis

πŸ“ Saint Louis, MO

Certificate 1-<2yr

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Cape Girardeau Career and Technology Center

πŸ“ Cape Girardeau, MO

Certificate 1-<2yr

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Metropolitan Community College-Kansas City

πŸ“ Kansas City, MO

Certificate 2-4yr

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Midwest Institute

πŸ“ Earth City, MO

Certificate 1-<2yr

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WellSpring School of Allied Health-Kansas City

πŸ“ Kansas City, MO

Certificate 1-<2yr

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State Technical College of Missouri

πŸ“ Linn, MO

Certificate 2-4yr

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Moberly Area Community College

πŸ“ Moberly, MO

Certificate 2-4yr

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Midwest Technical Institute-Missouri

πŸ“ Springfield, MO

Certificate 1-<2yr

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Mineral Area College

πŸ“ Park Hills, MO

Certificate 2-4yr

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State Fair Community College

πŸ“ Sedalia, MO

Certificate 1-<2yr

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Jefferson College

πŸ“ Hillsboro, MO

Certificate 2-4yr

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St Charles Community College

πŸ“ Cottleville, MO

Certificate 1-<2yr

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WellSpring School of Allied Health-Springfield

πŸ“ Springfield, MO

Certificate 1-<2yr

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Crowder College

πŸ“ Neosho, MO

Certificate 1-<2yr

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East Central College

πŸ“ Union, MO

Certificate 1-<2yr

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Missouri State University-West Plains

πŸ“ West Plains, MO

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Three Rivers College

πŸ“ Poplar Bluff, MO

Certificate 1-<2yr

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North Central Missouri College

πŸ“ Trenton, MO

Certificate 2-4yr

How to compare these options

  • Look for programs that align with the most common hiring path for Respiratory Therapist (RT) in Missouri.
  • Ask whether graduates are prepared for any required credential, license, or employer screening step.
  • Compare cost, completion time, and schedule before making a final decision.

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