Requirements for a Respiratory Therapist Registered:
- Associate degree in a Respiratory Therapist Educational Program accredited by the Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs (CAAHEP). Bachelors degree preferred.
- Current state licensure as a respiratory therapist.
- Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) through the NBRC.
NOTE: Respiratory Interns, Graduates, or Certified, qualifications may vary see below:
- Enrolled or graduate of an A.M.A. approved respiratory care education and training program (or equivalent), who is awaiting successful completion of either the NBRC Entry Level: Certified Respiratory Therapist (CRT) or Advanced Practitioner: Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) and state examinations. Employee must become credentialed and licensed during the first year of employment.
