Respiratory Therapy Schools in Asheville, NC (2026)

Updated August 26, 2026 Table of Contents

Compare respiratory therapy programs in Asheville, North Carolina. 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 Asheville, NC

#1

Southwestern Community College

Sylva, NC 39.8 miles away BOC Score 62.2
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Key stats
  • Programs offered: 39
  • Annual completions: 533
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#2

East Tennessee State University

Johnson City, TN 51.8 miles away BOC Score 51.9
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  • Programs offered: 23
  • Annual completions: 680
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#3

Spartanburg Community College

Spartanburg, SC 52 miles away BOC Score 51.3
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  • Programs offered: 42
  • Annual completions: 936
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#4

Greenville Technical College

Greenville, SC 52.4 miles away BOC Score 52.5
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  • Programs offered: 64
  • Annual completions: 1,991
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#5

Walters State Community College

Morristown, TN 59.6 miles away BOC Score 52.5
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  • 500 South Davy Crockett Parkway Morristown, TN 37813-6899
  • (423) 585-2600
Key stats
  • Programs offered: 23
  • Annual completions: 828
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#6

Catawba Valley Community College

Hickory, NC 71.6 miles away BOC Score 50.4
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  • Programs offered: 48
  • Annual completions: 939
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#7

Wilkes Community College

Wilkesboro, NC 86.1 miles away BOC Score 56.9
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  • Programs offered: 26
  • Annual completions: 850
  • Online programs available

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#8

Mountain Empire Community College

Big Stone Gap, VA 89.4 miles away BOC Score 49.2
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  • Programs offered: 34
  • Annual completions: 616
  • Online programs available

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#9

Piedmont Technical College

Greenwood, SC 97.6 miles away BOC Score 45.7
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  • Programs offered: 45
  • Annual completions: 1,546
  • Online programs available

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#10

Southeast Kentucky Community & Technical College

Cumberland, KY 99.9 miles away BOC Score 48.1
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  • Programs offered: 51
  • Annual completions: 1,799
  • Online programs available

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North Carolina Respiratory Therapy Salary Snapshot

North Carolina
North Carolina Median Pay $80,090 $38.51 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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