Respiratory Care Degree Licensure

The Alabama State Board of Respiratory Therapy processes respiratory therapist licensure for the state. Respiratory therapists seeking licensure in Alabama must hold the RRT or CRT from the NBRC, be licensed in another state, or met the criteria for special training or a foreign program.]

Oregon Tech's online degree program for current RTs is not a pathway to state license because all candidates for our program must have their RRT from the NBRC already.

Reviewed May 2024.

Alaska does not currently require a state respiratory therapist license. 

Reviewed May 2024.

Respiratory therapists seeking licensure in Arizona must meet several criteria, including passage of the NBRC's Registered Respiratory Therapist exam (or Certified Respiratory Therapist if grandfathered).

Since Oregon Tech's online Respiratory Care program requires candidates have the RRT from the NBRC prior to program acceptance, our online degree does not provide eligibility for Arizona licensure.

Reviewed May 2024.

The State Medical Board in Arkansas issues licenses to practice in the state. Among license requirements is completion of a respiratory care program and passage of the CRT exam with the National Board for Respiratory Care.

Oregon Tech's online program also requires someone have prior training in respiratory care and passage of the RRT exam (higher than the CRT) with the NBRC. This online program is not a eligibility pathway to licensure.

Reviewed May 2024.

Respiratory therapists seeking licensure in California must have the RRT credential from the NBRC along with other items such as fingerprinting, a law & ethics course, and an associate degree.

Oregon Tech's online program does not play a role in an individual's eligibility since all candidates for this program must already have their RRT from the NBRC.

Reviewed March 2024.

Respiratory Therapists seeking licensure in Colorado must be credentialed by the National Board for Respiratory Care plus meet additional eligibility requirements.

Oregon Tech's online degree is not a eligibility pathway to Colorado licensure since the program also requires a NBRC credential, the RRT specifically, prior to program entry.

Reviewed May 2024.

Respiratory therapists seeking licensure in Connecticut must meet several criteria, including passage of the NBRC's Registered Respiratory Therapist exam or Certified Respiratory Therapist.

Since Oregon Tech's online Respiratory Care program requires candidates have the RRT from the NBRC prior to program acceptance, our online degree does not provide eligibility for Connecticut licensure.

Reviewed May 2024.

Respiratory Therapists seeking licensure in Delaware must be credentialed by the National Board for Respiratory Care plus meet additional eligibility requirements.

Oregon Tech's online degree is not a eligibility pathway to Delaware licensure since the program also requires a NBRC credential, the RRT specifically, prior to program entry.

Reviewed May 2024.

Residents of Florida seeking a Respiratory Therapy license may apply as a Certified Respiratory Therapist or a Registered Respiratory Therapist. Candidates must provide proof of their National Board for Respiratory Care credential.

Because Oregon Tech's online BS in Respiratory Care requires the NBRC"s Registered Respiratory Therapist credential for program acceptance, this program is not an eligibility pathway for Florida state licensure.

Reviewed May 2024.

Respiratory Therapists seeking licensure in Georgia must be credentialed by the National Board for Respiratory Care plus meet additional eligibility requirements.

Oregon Tech's online degree is not a eligibility pathway to Georgia licensure since the program also requires a NBRC credential, the RRT specifically, prior to program entry.

Reviewed May 2024.

Respiratory therapists seeking licensure in Hawai'i must meet several criteria, including passage of the NBRC's Registered Respiratory Therapist exam or Certified Respiratory Therapist.

Since Oregon Tech's online Respiratory Care program requires candidates have the RRT from the NBRC prior to program acceptance, our online degree does not provide eligibility for Hawai'i licensure.

Reviewed May 2024.

Candidates for the Respiratory Therapy license in Idaho must show proof of their National Board for Respiratory Care certification. Idaho's license information does not specify if that must be the CRT or the RRT.

Oregon Tech's online BS in Respiratory Care requires all applicants have their RRT from the NBRC prior to program acceptance and is not a pathway to Idaho licensure. This information is related to the online degree program, not the campus-based program.

Reviewed May 2024.

Respiratory therapists seeking licensure in Illinois must meet several criteria, including passage of the NBRC's Registered Respiratory Therapist exam or Certified Respiratory Therapist.

Since Oregon Tech's online Respiratory Care program requires candidates have the RRT from the NBRC prior to program acceptance, our online degree does not provide eligibility for Illinois licensure.

Reviewed May 2024.

The Indiana Professional Licensing Agency requires all Respiratory Therapy license applicants provide an official credential report from the National Board for Respiratory Care, plus complete a background check and other requirements.

Oregon Tech's degree advancement program in Respiratory Care is not an eligibility pathway to Indiana licensure since we require the Registered Respiratory Therapist credential from the NBRC prior to program acceptance. This information is only related to the online RRT to BSRT program.

Reviewed May 2024.

Respiratory Therapists seeking licensure in Iowa must be credentialed by the National Board for Respiratory Care plus meet additional eligibility requirements.

Oregon Tech's online degree is not a eligibility pathway to Iowa licensure since the program also requires a NBRC credential, the RRT specifically, prior to program entry.

Reviewed May 2024.

The Kansas State Board of Healing Arts processes license applications for respiratory therapists seeking to work in the state. Respiratory Therapists must have completed a respiratory care training program and earned credentials with the NBRC. Kansas's website does not specify the CRT or RRT.

Oregon Tech's BS in Respiratory Care for working RTs requires the RRT from the NBRC, prior training in respiratory care, and employment in the field. Since the state licensure requirements and Oregon Tech's requirements are similar, this online degree advancement program is not an eligibility pathway.

Reviewed May 2024.

Respiratory therapists seeking long-term licensure in Kentucky must apply to the Kentucky Board of Respiratory Care. Eligibility requirements include proof of the CRT or RRT credentials with the NBRC and, if applicable, licensure in another state.

Oregon Tech's online BS in Respiratory Care requires the RRT from the NBRC. Because the state's requirements and Oregon Tech's requirements for the online degree program for working RTs are closely aligned, this degree is not an eligibility pathway to Kentucky licensure.

Reviewed May 2024.

Louisiana Respiratory Therapists intending to practice their craft in the state must apply to the State Board of Medical Examiners. Initial licensing requirements include the CRT from the NBRC and completion of a respiratory program.

Since Oregon Tech's online program is designed for working RTs who've already passed their RRT from the NBRC this program is not an eligibility pathway to Louisiana licensure.

Reviewed May 2024.

Maine offers two different license options: Respiratory Care Technician or Respiratory Care Therapist. License applicants must be NBRC credentialed, or graduates of a CoARC accredited respiratory program who are taking the NBRC examination soon. It is not specified which level of NBRC credential, the CRT or RRT, is required.

Oregon Tech's online degree completion program for working RTs requires completion of a CoARC program, passage of the RRT from the NBRC, and employment as an RT. This online degree is not an eligibility pathway to state license.

Reviewed May 2024.

The Maryland Board of Physicians processes applications to practice within the state as Respiratory Care Practitioners. License requirements include completion of a credential through the NBRC and completion of an accredited respiratory care program.

Since Oregon Tech's online degree program has similar requirements, this online program is not an eligibility pathway.

Reviewed May 2024.

Candidates for the Respiratory Therapy license in Massachusetts must show proof of their National Board for Respiratory Care CRT credential, and official completion of a respiratory care program.

Oregon Tech's online BS in Respiratory Care requires all applicants have their RRT from the NBRC prior to program acceptance and is not a pathway to Massachusetts licensure. This information is related to the online degree program, not the campus-based program.

Reviewed May 2024.

The Michigan Licensing and Regulatory Affairs division processes license applications for respiratory therapists seeking to work in the state. Respiratory Therapists must have completed a respiratory care training program and earned credentials with the NBRC.

Oregon Tech's BS in Respiratory Care for working RTs requires the RRT from the NBRC, prior training in respiratory care, and employment in the field. Since the state licensure requirements and Oregon Tech's requirements are similar, this online degree advancement program is not an eligibility pathway.

Reviewed May 2024.

Respiratory therapists seeking licensure in Mississippi must apply to Mississippi's Professional Licensure division. Eligibility requirements include proof of the RRT credentials with the NBRC.

Oregon Tech's online BS in Respiratory Care also requires the RRT from the NBRC. Because the state's requirements and Oregon Tech's requirements for the online degree program for working RTs are closely aligned, this degree is not an eligibility pathway to this state's licensure.

Reviewed May 2024.

Respiratory Therapists seeking licensure in Missouri must be credentialed by the National Board for Respiratory Care plus meet additional eligibility requirements.

Oregon Tech's online degree for working respiratory therapists is not a eligibility pathway to Missouri licensure since the program also requires a NBRC credential, the RRT specifically, prior to program entry.

Reviewed June 2024.

The Montana Board of Respiratory Care Practitioners regulates the practice of respiratory therapy in the state. License applicants must show they are qualified for licensure; passage of the NBRC exam is sufficient evidence of competency.

Oregon Tech's online program also requires credentials (RRT specifically) with the NBRC prior to program acceptance therefore it is not an eligibility pathway to Montana licensure.

Reviewed May 2024.

Respiratory Therapists seeking licensure in Nebraska must have, among other things, passed either the CRT or RRT exam through the NBRC. Oregon Tech's online program is available to therapists who have their RRT from the NBRC; Oregon Tech's program does not directly qualify you for state licensure since this path requires you to hold a credential higher than Nebraska's minimum and be employed in the field.

Reviewed December 2024.

The Nevada State Board of Medical Examiners issues respiratory care licenses. One required item is to show completion of the applicant's current certification by the National Board for Respiratory Care. Nevada's files did not specify the Certified Respiratory Therapist or the Registered Respiratory Therapist.

Oregon Tech's online RRT to BRSC program is not an eligibility pathway to Nevada licensure since we require the RRT prior to program acceptance. This information is only related to the online degree completion program.

Reviewed May 2024.

New Hampshire's Office of Professional Licensure and Certification reviews applications to practice respiratory care within the state. Applicants must have graduated from a respiratory care program or passed an NBRC exam.

Because Oregon Tech's online program is designed for working respiratory therapists, this degree program is not an eligibility pathway to state licensure.

Reviewed June 2024.

The New Jersey Board of Respiratory Care requires all respiratory care license applicants to hold the Registered Respiratory Therapist, or higher credential, from the NBRC.

Because Oregon Tech's online program is designed for working respiratory therapists, this degree program is not an eligibility pathway to state licensure.

Reviewed June 2024.

The New Mexico respiratory care board requires all applicants have passed the RRT from the NBRC, or the CRT if the applicant was licensed in a U.S. jurisdiction before 2018.

The RT to BSRC program at Oregon Tech requires applicants have the RRT from the NBRC; this online program is not a pathway to licensure since Oregon Tech and New Mexico have similar requirements.

Reviewed June 2024.

New York residents seeking to work as respiratory therapists must apply to the New York Office of the Professions. Application requirements include proof of completion of an associate-level respiratory care program, passage of the Certified Respiratory Therapist examination with the NBRC, and more.

Oregon Tech's online program for working RTs is not an eligibility pathway for New York licensure since the program also requires passage of an NBRC exam (the RRT specifically).

Reviewed June 2024.

Respiratory therapists intending to practice in North Carolina must submit an application to the Respiratory Care Board. Licensure requirements include completion of a CAAHEP accredited respiratory program, and the CRT exam through the NBRC.

Oregon Tech's online program for working respiratory therapists is not a pathway to state license eligibility since we also require you've completed an accredited program and have passed the RRT (higher than the CRT) through the NBRC.

Reviewed June 2024.

Residents of North Dakota seeking a Respiratory Therapy license may apply as a Certified Respiratory Therapist or a Registered Respiratory Therapist. Candidates must provide proof of their National Board for Respiratory Care credential. A background check and fingerprinting are also required. 

Because Oregon Tech's online BS in Respiratory Care requires the NBRC"s Registered Respiratory Therapist credential for program acceptance, this program is not an eligibility pathway for North Dakota state licensure.

Reviewed May 2024.

the State Medical Board of Ohio requires all Respiratory Care Professional license applicants hold the Registered Respiratory Therapist credential from the NBRC. Oregon Tech also requires the NBRC's RRT credential for acceptance to our online program; because of the requirement, our online program is not a pathway to Ohio licensure.

Reviewed December 2024.

The Oklahoma Board of Medical Licensure and Supervision has several criteria permitted for respiratory care licensure in the state. Upon review licensure may be granted to those with the CRT or RRT, those who've worked in respiratory care since before 1995 without a CRT or RRT, and more. 

Because Oregon Tech's online program is designed for working respiratory therapists holding the RRT credential, it is not an eligibility pathway to Oklahoma licensure.

Reviewed May 2024.

Respiratory therapists seeking licensure in Oregon must have the RRT credential from the NBRC, along with other items such as a background check.

 Oregon Tech's online program does not play a role in an individual's eligibility since all candidates for this program must already have their RRT from the NBRC.

Reviewed February 2024.

The Texas Medical Board regulates respiratory care practitioners in their state. Among the eligibility requirements is proof of credentials with the National Board for Respiratory Care.

It is not noted whether the Texas Medical Board requires the CRT or the RRT; since Oregon Tech's online program requires the RRT prior to program entry the program is not a pathway to Texas licensure.

Reviewed May 2024.

Respiratory therapists seeking licensure in Washington must have their RRT credential from the NBRC, or pass another approved examination. Additional requirements may apply.

Oregon Tech's online program does not play a role in an individual's eligibility since all candidates for this program must already have their RRT from the NBRC.

Reviewed April 2024.