National Board for Respiratory Care Certified Respiratory Therapist 8310 Nieman Road, Lenexa KS 66214
http://www.nbrc.org/Pages/default.aspx
The Entry Level CRT Examination is designed to objectively measure essential knowledge, skills and abilities required of entry level respiratory therapists. The examination consists of 160 multiple-choice questions (140 scored items and 20 pretest items) distributed among three major content areas: clinical data, equipment and therapeutic procedures. Candidates will be given three hours to complete the Entry Level CRT Examination.
Either training or work experience required, but not both? YesOral or Written Exam Required? Yes Renewal Required? Every 5 Year(s) Renew through Continuing Educational Units(CEU)? YesRenew through Re-Examination? YesDoes applicant have choice of at least two options from above for renewal (CEU, CPD, or exam)? Yes This certification is accredited by NCCA. Read more about NCCA. This certification is third-party industry-endorsed. Read more about endorsement. This certification is related to military occupational specialties. Read more about military occupations..