Respiratory Therapy Schools in Laguna Niguel, CA (2026)

Updated August 26, 2026 Table of Contents

Compare respiratory therapy programs in Laguna Niguel, California. Browse local listings and compare schedules, training formats, and total costs before contacting schools. Program availability, admissions requirements, costs, and outcomes vary by school; contact schools directly to confirm current details.

Respiratory Therapy Schools Near Laguna Niguel, CA

#1

Orange Coast College

Costa Mesa, CA 15.4 miles away BOC Score 59.0
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Key stats
  • Programs offered: 62
  • Annual completions: 1,851
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#2

Concorde Career College-Garden Grove

Garden Grove, CA 21.8 miles away BOC Score 65.2
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  • 12951 Euclid Street, Suite 101 Garden Grove, CA 92840-9201
  • (714) 703-1900
Key stats
  • Programs offered: 11
  • Annual completions: 551

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#3

American Career College-Anaheim

Anaheim, CA 27.4 miles away BOC Score 44.0
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  • Graduation rate: 70%
  • Programs offered: 15
  • Annual completions: 1,305

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#4

San Joaquin Valley College-Temecula

Temecula, CA 31 miles away BOC Score 53.5
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  • Programs offered: 16
  • Annual completions: 1,182

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#5

Mt San Antonio College

Walnut, CA 36.9 miles away BOC Score 71.8
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  • Programs offered: 69
  • Annual completions: 2,479
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#6

American Career College-Ontario

Ontario, CA 37.3 miles away BOC Score 52.5
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  • Programs offered: 16
  • Annual completions: 1,491
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#7

Platt College-Ontario

Ontario, CA 38 miles away BOC Score 48.0
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  • Programs offered: 11
  • Annual completions: 272

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#8

San Joaquin Valley College-Ontario

Ontario, CA 38.4 miles away BOC Score 46.5
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  • Programs offered: 19
  • Annual completions: 1,300

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#9

Pima Medical Institute-San Marcos

San Marcos, CA 41.4 miles away BOC Score 47.1
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  • Programs offered: 11
  • Annual completions: 432

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#10

El Camino Community College District

Torrance, CA 43.6 miles away BOC Score 51.4
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Key stats
  • Programs offered: 55
  • Annual completions: 1,125

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California Respiratory Therapy Salary Snapshot

California
California Median Pay $104,820 $50.40 per hour
U.S. Median Pay $82,280 $39.56 per hour
Data Year: 2025 SOC: 29-1126 Source: BLS OEWS

What to Compare (Quick Checklist)

  • CoARC accreditation status
  • Clinical rotation sites and hours
  • NBRC exam prep and pass rates
  • Associate vs bachelor’s entry options
  • State licensure steps after graduation

Next Steps

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Career Overview

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