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Respiratory Therapists License in Idaho

Quick Answer

To become a licensed respiratory therapist in Idaho, you must be 18+, complete a board-approved program, hold NBRC registration, submit two professional references, and pass exams. Contact the Idaho State Board of Medicine for current fees.

Exam
NBRC CRT/RRT Exam + Board of Registered Polysomnographic Technologists Exam
Timeline
2-4 months after program completion
Background Check
Required
Renewal
Every Annual or Biennial

Requirements

Respiratory Therapists license in Idaho

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Education
Degree required
Exam
State exam required
Background Check
No criminal record prohibitions
Continuing Education
Continuing education required to maintain license
Veterans Benefits
N/A - Not displayed

Licensing Agency

Board of Professional Counselors and Marriage & Family Therapists~Idaho Bureau of Occupational Licenses

Respiratory Therapists Salary in Idaho

Entry Level

$61,070

Median

$75,510

Experienced

$89,280

Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics. Salary data is for informational purposes only.

How to Get Licensed

Step-by-step roadmap to becoming a licensed Respiratory Therapists in Idaho.

  1. 1

    Complete Education Requirements

    Degree required

  2. 2

    Submit Background Check

    No criminal record prohibitions

  3. 3

    Pass the Required Exam

    State exam required — NBRC CRT/RRT Exam + Board of Registered Polysomnographic Technologists Exam

  4. 4

    Submit Your Application

    File your application with the licensing agency.

  5. 5

    Receive Your License

    Processing typically takes 2-4 months after program completion.

Respiratory Therapists Licensing in Idaho: What to Know

Idaho requires respiratory therapists to be licensed by the Idaho State Board of Medicine. Applicants must be at least 18, complete a board-approved respiratory care program, submit two professional recommendation certificates, be registered with the NBRC, and pass both written and clinical exams as well as the Board of Registered Polysomnographic Technologists Exam. Licenses can be renewed annually or bi-annually. Fee information is not provided in the COS data.

Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to get a Respiratory Therapists license in Idaho?
The process typically takes 2-4 months after program completion, depending on education completion and exam scheduling.
What exam do I need for a Respiratory Therapists license in Idaho?
You need to pass the NBRC CRT/RRT Exam + Board of Registered Polysomnographic Technologists Exam. State exam required

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Data from CareerOneStop (DOLETA/DEED). Last updated: February 15, 2026.