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Respiratory Therapist
License Description Respiratory Therapists assess, treat, and care for patients with breathing disorders. They assume primary responsibility for all respiratory care modalities, including the supervision of respiratory therapy technicians. They initiate and conduct therapeutic procedures. They also maintain patient records and select, assemble, check, and operate equipment. Requirements: 1) Must be at least 18 years of age. 2) Must be of good moral character. 3) Must have a high school diploma or equivalent. 4) Must have satisfactorily completed training in an approved respiratory care educational program. 5) Must successfully pass the CRT Exam. 6) Must complete a criminal background check. 7) Must present undisputable identification. Examination Required. Application for license fee: $75.00, Temporary Licence fee: $35.00, License Renewal fee: $40.00, Late Renewal fee: $10.00
Licensing Agency
Arkansas Department of Health
Arkansas State Medical Board
1401 West Capitol Ave., Suite 340
Little Rock, AR 72201
(501) 296 1802
juli.carlson@armedicalboard.org
Active Status Active
Active Military/Veterans A temporary license is available to military and spouses until formal license approval
Certification Certification required
Continuing Education Continuing education required to maintain license
Criminal Record Background check required
Education Degree required
Exam Third-party exam required
License Type Stand-alone license
License Updated 06/28/2023
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