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Minnesota Respiratory Therapist License

Minnesota Board of Medical Practice — RT

Total Fee
$132
Processing Time
4 to 6 Weeks
Fingerprints
Required
IdentoGO / BCA
Temp License
Not available
See board

What You'll Need

  • Verification of Respiratory Therapy Education — Must be completed by the educational institution and sent directly to the Board.
  • NBRC Credential Verification — Official verification of CRT or RRT status sent directly from NBRC. NBRC Website
  • Criminal Background Check Forms — Fingerprint cards and authorization forms required by the CBC Program. CBC Forms
  • Government Issued Photo ID — A clear copy of a current driver's license or passport.
  • Affidavit of Applicant — A notarized statement included in the application packet with a 2x2 color photograph.

How to Apply

  1. Create Online Account ▾
    Register for a new user account on the Minnesota Health Licensing Boards portal to begin the application process.
    Register/Login
  2. Submit Application and Fee ▾
    Complete the online Respiratory Therapist application and pay the non-refundable initial license fee of $222.00 via credit or debit card.
    Online Application
  3. Complete Criminal Background Check ▾
    After your application is processed, you will receive an email with instructions for the fingerprint-based criminal background check. You must pay a separate $33.25 fee to the CBC Program.
    CBC Program Info
  4. Verify NBRC Credentials ▾
    Request the National Board for Respiratory Care (NBRC) to send official verification of your CRT or RRT credential directly to the Minnesota Board of Medical Practice.
    Request NBRC Verification
  5. Submit Education Verification ▾
    Have your respiratory therapy education program complete the 'Verification of Respiratory Therapy Education' form and send it directly to the Board.
  6. Provide Identification ▾
    Upload or mail a copy of a valid government-issued photo ID (e.g., driver's license or passport) to the Board.
Total Fee
$132
Processing Time
4 to 6 Weeks
Fingerprints
Required
Temp License
Not available

Transfer License

Requirements ▾
Respiratory Therapists licensed in another state can often apply via endorsement by providing license verification and current certification.

Steps

  1. Verify Reciprocity Eligibility ▾
    Ensure you have worked at least 8 weeks in the previous 5 years as a respiratory therapist and hold a current, unrestricted license in another state.
  2. Submit Reciprocity Application ▾
    Select the 'Reciprocity' option in the online portal and pay the $222.00 fee.
    Apply Online
  3. Verify Out-of-State Licenses ▾
    Request official verification from every state where you have ever held a healthcare license. Use VeriDoc if applicable.
    VeriDoc
  4. Submit Verification of Employment ▾
    Have your employer(s) from the last 5 years complete the 'Verification of Employment' form to prove 8 weeks of practice.
Total Fee
$50
Renewal Cycle
Every 2 years
Compact
No
Board
Minnesota Board of Medical Practice — RT

Keeping Your License Active

Minnesota Respiratory Therapist licenses renew Every 2 years. Contact the Minnesota Board of Medical Practice — RT for continuing education requirements and renewal deadlines.

Fees

ItemAmount
Application$100
Endorsement application$100
Fingerprint check$32.00
Temporary permitSee board
Renewal50.0

Slow Downs

Missing CBC Fee ▾
Applications that do not include the $33.25 Criminal Background Check fee will be returned immediately.
Incomplete Files ▾
Incomplete applicant files are destroyed after six months of inactivity, requiring a new application and fee.
Name Discrepancies ▾
The name on the application must exactly match the name on NBRC certificates; legal name change documentation is required if they differ.
Third-Party Delays ▾
Waiting for schools or other state boards to send direct verifications is the most common cause of processing delays.

Questions

How many continuing education hours are required for renewal? ▾
Respiratory therapists must complete at least 24 contact hours of Board-approved continuing education every two years.
When does my Minnesota RT license expire? ▾
Licenses expire annually. The Board typically sets the renewal deadline for July 1st each year.
Can I get a temporary permit while my application is pending? ▾
Yes, a temporary permit may be issued if the application is complete and the fee is paid. It is valid until the next Board meeting decision.
What is the total cost for initial licensure? ▾
The initial application fee is $222.00, plus a $33.25 fee for the criminal background check, totaling $255.25.

Board Info

Minnesota Board of Medical Practice — RT
Phone(612) 617-2130
Sources
State statutes
Last verified 2026-02-25