Licensing and Credentialing:
What credentials can I earn as a Respiratory Therapist?

The National Board for Respiratory Care (NBRC) offers standardized tests that may be taken upon completion of a two-year accredited program. Two credentials that may be earned are the certified respiratory therapist (CRT) and registered respiratory therapist (RRT). Upon graduation, you may take the entry level CRT exam. After successfully passing this exam, you could then take the two part advanced practitioner exam to receive the RRT credential. For more information on credentialing in the field of respiratory care visit the NBRC website at www.nbrc.org.