The National Board for Respiratory Care - NBRC

The National Board for Respiratory Care - NBRC Established in 1960 and headquartered in the Kansas City area since 1974, the NBRC is the credentialing board for U.S. respiratory care practitioners.

01/30/2026

"I think what's most special about going to school, at least for me, is I learned much more about myself. My own confidence. What I'm capable of." Not only has Nick connected with himself on a deeper level as a respiratory care student, he's also found connecting with his patients to provide superior care to be very meaningful and fulfilling. https://bit.ly/3SFmfNw

New year, new social presence! 🎉 We’ve expanded our channels to help amplify the growing need for more RTs. Follow us to...
01/28/2026

New year, new social presence! 🎉 We’ve expanded our channels to help amplify the growing need for more RTs. Follow us to see inspiring stories from your fellow respiratory therapists. The and we’re committed to elevating the respiratory care profession and raising awareness of this rewarding healthcare career. Learn more and share your story with us here: https://bit.ly/3SFmfNw

It's Physician Anesthesiologists Week! Did you know anesthesiologists who specialize in critical care also play a big ro...
01/26/2026

It's Physician Anesthesiologists Week! Did you know anesthesiologists who specialize in critical care also play a big role in respiratory care? Thank you, especially this week, to the anesthesiologists who serve on our Board!

The CRT-to-Registry admission policies end this year on December 31, 2026. This provision is an alternate route of eligi...
01/22/2026

The CRT-to-Registry admission policies end this year on December 31, 2026. This provision is an alternate route of eligibility to earn the RRT credential for CRTs who do not have an associate or higher degree from an accredited, entry-into-practice, CoARC education program. Learn more: https://bit.ly/4jMidPi

The NBRC, AARC, CoARC and each state's licensing board are the four leading respiratory care organizations that RTs inte...
01/21/2026

The NBRC, AARC, CoARC and each state's licensing board are the four leading respiratory care organizations that RTs interact with throughout their career. CoARC is an accrediting agency that supports education programs. They ensure high-quality educational programs prepare graduates to be competent respiratory therapists.

Cheers to our President, Joyce A. Baker, MBA, RRT, RRT-NPS, AE-C, FAARC, on receiving this honor!
01/20/2026

Cheers to our President, Joyce A. Baker, MBA, RRT, RRT-NPS, AE-C, FAARC, on receiving this honor!

Reminder! Starting on January 1, 2027, we're transitioning to a single examination called the Respiratory Therapy Examin...
01/20/2026

Reminder! Starting on January 1, 2027, we're transitioning to a single examination called the Respiratory Therapy Examination to further minimize barriers to graduates as they enter the profession while maintaining the standards of excellence associated with the CRT and RRT credentials. The Clinical Simulation Exam (CSE) and Therapist Multiple-Choice (TMC) Exam will sunset this year on December 31, 2026. Get all of the details here: https://bit.ly/3KOGWW1

Our executive office is closed today to observe Martin Luther King, Jr. Day. Our normal business hours will resume tomor...
01/19/2026

Our executive office is closed today to observe Martin Luther King, Jr. Day. Our normal business hours will resume tomorrow.

It’s never too early, or too late, to explore a career in respiratory care! Whether you’re a student just starting to sh...
01/16/2026

It’s never too early, or too late, to explore a career in respiratory care! Whether you’re a student just starting to shape your future or a professional ready for a more meaningful and dynamic career, the path forward is simpler than you might think. https://bit.ly/3QZSdTX

Meet our extraordinary 2026 NBRC Executive Committee! We’re excited to begin a new year dedicated to advancing the respi...
01/16/2026

Meet our extraordinary 2026 NBRC Executive Committee! We’re excited to begin a new year dedicated to advancing the respiratory care profession. Hear from our President, Joyce A. Baker, MBA, RRT, RRT-NPS, AE-C, FAARC, as she shares her vision for the year ahead: https://bit.ly/4qZRocI

In January of 1983, the NBRT Board of Trustees unanimously agreed to change the name of the National Board for Respirato...
01/14/2026

In January of 1983, the NBRT Board of Trustees unanimously agreed to change the name of the National Board for Respiratory Therapy to the National Board for Respiratory Care. The change was made to reflect the development and addition of a pulmonary function exam.

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10801 Mastin Street , Ste. 300
Overland Park, KS
66210

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Tuesday 8:30am - 4:30pm
Wednesday 8:30am - 4:30pm
Thursday 8:30am - 4:30pm
Friday 8:30am - 4:30pm

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Excellence defines us

NBRC credentials provide recognition for hard work and dedication to quality. Success brings respect among colleagues and instills a sense of pride in those who earn the NBRC badges of distinction. Why? For the same reason all 49 states regulating the profession recognize NBRC examinations as standards for state licensure: success requires exceptional knowledge and competency. Our NCCA-accredited examinations—which are developed by respiratory care professionals and predictive of job performance—provide the opportunity to prove readiness for excellence in patient care.