Respiratory Therapy Schools in Rhode Island (2026)

Compare respiratory therapy programs in Rhode Island. Browse local options and compare schedules, training formats, and program details before contacting schools. Program availability, schedules, admissions requirements, and outcomes vary by school. Contact schools directly to confirm current details.

Rhode Island Respiratory Therapy Salary Snapshot

Rhode Island
Rhode Island Median Pay $86,900 $41.78 per hour
U.S. Median Pay $82,280 $39.56 per hour

What to Compare (Checklist)

  • CoARC accreditation (required to sit for NBRC exams)
  • Clinical rotation hours in hospital respiratory care units
  • NBRC CRT/RRT exam preparation and first-attempt pass rates
  • Associate vs bachelor’s entry (RRT is the standard credential)
  • State licensure requirements (nearly every state licenses RTs)

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