What steps do you have to take to work as a Respiratory Therapist in Ohio once you graduate here on May 7th?

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Take NBRC test to obtain your CREDENTIAL

· This is your nationally recognized ability to practice

· MANDATORY for all RTs practicing in the US

· MUST BE RENEWED EVERY YEAR

· In order to renew you must pay a fee ($25/yr) to the NBRC (if you skip this fee, you will pay it as a lump sum at the end of 5 years)

· Every FIVE years you have to prove you’ve achieved 30 credit hours of continuing ed (CEUs)

· If you fail to renew or are denied renewal at 5 years, you must RETAKE THE EXAMS and will be denied the ability to practice until you’ve successfully passed again

· DON’T LET IT LAPSE!!!

· NBRC.ORG

· Obtain state LICENSE

· Does this state require a license to practice respiratory care?

· YES

· What is required when you initially apply for a license?

· Application form completed and notarized

· Criminal Background Check

· Copy of NBRC score

· 2×2 passport style photograph

· How much money does it cost?

· $75 for initial license, $100 each renewal

· How often do you have to renew?

· Every 2 years

· Are there CEU’s required for renewal? If yes, how many?

· Yes, 20 CEUs for each 2 year period

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