{"id":6480,"date":"2020-01-15T17:38:25","date_gmt":"2020-01-15T22:38:25","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.goodwin.edu\/enews\/?p=6480"},"modified":"2024-12-17T17:23:19","modified_gmt":"2024-12-17T22:23:19","slug":"how-to-become-a-registered-respiratory-therapist","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.goodwin.edu\/enews\/how-to-become-a-registered-respiratory-therapist\/","title":{"rendered":"How to Become a Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) in 3 Steps"},"content":{"rendered":"

Highly-trained, highly-skilled respiratory therapists are in demand. Across the nation, employment of respiratory therapists is expected to grow 21% by the year 2028 \u2013 adding approximately 28,000 new jobs to the field. Without a doubt, the time is now to become a respiratory therapist.<\/p>\n

When becoming a respiratory therapist<\/a>, the steps are relatively straightforward. In Connecticut, for example, you must complete an accredited degree program and pass the entry-level credentialing examination. From there, you will be eligible to practice as a Certified Respiratory Therapist (CRT).<\/p>\n

However, this is not the only path for aspiring respiratory therapists. In fact, there are two primary types of credentials you can pursue in this field: the CRT certification, mentioned above, and the Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) credential<\/a>. The RRT represents an advanced level of skill and knowledge, and is in very high demand nationwide.<\/p>\n

According to the National Board of Respiratory Care (NBRC<\/a>), the RRT credential is \u201cnationally recognized as the \u2018standard of excellence\u2019 for respiratory care professionals.\u201d Therefore, RRT candidates must go a step beyond the basic licensing exam. If you wish to become a Registered Respiratory Therapist, you must:<\/p>\n

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  1. Complete an accredited respiratory therapy program, with at least an associate degree.<\/strong><\/li>\n
  2. Take the TMC credentialing exam, administered by the national board.<\/strong><\/li>\n
  3. Pass the CSE exam, which will grant you the RRT credential.<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

    Ready to get started? As an accredited respiratory therapy school<\/a> in Connecticut, helping graduates pursue the RRT, Goodwin University details each of these steps below.<\/p>\n

    1.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 <\/strong>Complete an accredited respiratory therapy program.<\/strong><\/h2>\n

    To become a respiratory therapist, at any level, you must first pursue an education. In most states, respiratory therapists need at least an associate degree in Respiratory Care before pursuing their license and certification. In Connecticut, the program you choose must meet a certain standard of quality, and be recognized by one of the following accreditation bodies:<\/p>\n