Respiratory Therapist (RT) in Kentucky

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.

$64,191 KY Median Salary
13% Growth Rate
2 years Training

πŸ’° Respiratory Therapist (RT) Salary in Kentucky

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

Entry
$52,000
Median
$64,191
Experienced
$93,000

πŸŽ“ Respiratory Therapist (RT) Licensing in Kentucky

Credential required: RRT or CRT (NBRC)

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

🏫 Respiratory Therapist (RT) Programs in Kentucky

Community College
⭐ 92

Jefferson Community and Technical College

πŸ“ Louisville, KY

Largest KCTCS college. Multiple Louisville campuses plus Carrollton, Shelbyville, and Shepherdsville. Most comprehensive...

Nursing (RN/ADN)LPNDental HygieneRadiologic TechnologySurgical Technology
Community College
⭐ 90

Bluegrass Community and Technical College

πŸ“ Lexington, KY

Serves Lexington and central Kentucky. Multiple campuses in Lexington, Danville, Georgetown, Lawrenceburg, and Wincheste...

Nursing (RN/ADN)LPNDental HygieneRadiologic TechnologySurgical Technology
Community College
⭐ 83

Ashland Community and Technical College

πŸ“ Ashland, KY

Serves the Tri-State area (KY/WV/OH). Strong healthcare programs supported by local hospital system partnerships....

Nursing (RN/ADN)LPNSurgical TechnologyRespiratory TherapyMedical Assisting

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