Respiratory Therapist (RT) in West Virginia

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.

$67,013 WV Median Salary
13% Growth Rate
2 years Training

πŸ’° Respiratory Therapist (RT) Salary in West Virginia

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

Entry
$52,000
Median
$67,013
Experienced
$93,000

πŸŽ“ Respiratory Therapist (RT) Licensing in West Virginia

Credential required: RRT or CRT (NBRC)

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

🏫 Respiratory Therapist (RT) Programs in West Virginia

Community College
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Pierpont Community and Technical College

πŸ“ Fairmont, WV

Serves north-central WV. Notable aviation maintenance technology program and strong allied health pipeline to regional h...

Nursing (RN/ADN)LPNRadiologic TechnologyRespiratory TherapyMedical Laboratory Technology
Vocational School
⭐ 81

Carver Career & Technical Education Center

πŸ“ Charleston, WV

Founded 1970 in Charleston, WV. Serves Kanawha County. Unique surgical technology and respiratory therapy programs. COE-...

Surgical TechnologyRespiratory TherapyCosmetologyCulinary ArtsAutomotive Technology

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