Upgrading Classification Requirements

(1) A Respiratory Assistant may upgrade to Certified Respiratory Therapist by doing the following: (a) Complete and submit a notarized application, attach a “passport” style photograph taken within the preceding twelve (12) months, complete a new background check, and pay the Upgrade and State Regulatory fees as provided in Rule 1330-01-.06. (b) Submit proof of successful completion of academic and clinical preparation in a respiratory care program approved according to Rule 1330-01-.05(2)(a). (c) Have the NBRC submit to the Board office proof of successful completion of the entry level practitioner examination provided by the NBRC and/or proof of NBRC certification. (2) A Respiratory Assistant may upgrade to Registered Respiratory Therapist by doing the following: GENERAL RULES AND REGULATIONS GOVERNING CHAPTER 1330-01 RESPIRATORY CARE PRACTITIONERS (a) Complete and submit a notarized application, attach a “passport” style photograph taken within the preceding twelve (12) months, obtain a new criminal background check, and pay the Upgrade and State Regulatory fees as provided in Rule 1330-01- .06. (b) Submit proof of successful completion of academic and clinical preparation in a respiratory care program approved according to Rule 1330-01-.05(2)(a). (c) Have the NBRC submit to the Board office proof of successful completion of the advanced level practitioner examination provided by the NBRC and/or proof of NBRC certification. (3) A Certified Respiratory Therapist may upgrade to Registered Respiratory Therapist by doing the following: (a) Complete and submit a notarized application, attach a “passport” style photograph taken within the preceding twelve (12) months, obtain a new criminal background check, and pay the Upgrade and State Regulatory fees as provided in Rule 1330-01- .06. (b) Submit proof of successful completion of academic and clinical preparation in a respiratory care program approved according to Rule1330-01-.05(2)(a). (c) Have the NBRC submit to the Board office proof of successful completion of the advanced level practitioner examination provided by the NBRC and/or proof of NBRC certification.