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Respiratory Care Practitioner License in North Carolina

Quick Answer

To obtain a Respiratory Care Practitioner in North Carolina, review the requirements from NC Respiratory Care Board.

Background Check
Required

Requirements

Respiratory Care Practitioner license in North Carolina

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Education
Degree required
Exam
Third-party exam required
Background Check
Background check required
Continuing Education
Continuing education required to maintain license
Veterans Benefits
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Licensing Agency

NC Respiratory Care Board

Website 9198785595 Email

Respiratory Care Practitioner Salary in North Carolina

Entry Level

$61,370

Median

$77,050

Experienced

$90,910

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 Care Practitioner in North Carolina.

  1. 1

    Complete Education Requirements

    Degree required

  2. 2

    Submit Background Check

    Background check required

  3. 3

    Pass the Required Exam

    Third-party exam required

  4. 4

    Submit Your Application

    File your application with the licensing agency.

  5. 5

    Receive Your License

    Processing times vary. Check with your state licensing board for current timelines.

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