Wisconsin Respiratory Therapist License
Wisconsin DSPS — Respiratory Care Practitioner
Total Fee
$100
Processing Time
4 to 6 Weeks
Fingerprints
Required
IdentoGO (IDEMIA)
Temp License
Not available
See board
What You'll Need
- Form 1792: Certificate of Professional Education — Must be completed by your school and submitted directly to DSPS via the Third-Party Upload Portal.
- NBRC Credential Verification — Official verification of your TMC exam results sent directly from the NBRC to the Wisconsin DSPS.
- Form 1794: Practice of Respiratory Care — Required for applicants who are not new graduates to document previous practice history.
- Form 2252: Convictions and Pending Charges — Required only if you have a history of criminal convictions or pending charges.
How to Apply
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Complete Education ▾Graduate from a respiratory care program approved by the Commission on Accreditation for Respiratory Care (CoARC).
Verify CoARC Accreditation -
Pass National Examination ▾Pass the Therapist Multiple-Choice (TMC) Examination administered by the National Board for Respiratory Care (NBRC).
Register for TMC Exam -
Register on LicensE Portal ▾Create an account on the Wisconsin DSPS LicensE portal to begin your official application.
Go to LicensE Portal -
Submit Application and Fee ▾Complete the online application for Respiratory Care Practitioner and pay the initial credential fee (typically $60).
Apply Online -
Pass Wisconsin Statutes Exam ▾Complete the open-book online Wisconsin Statutes and Administrative Code for Respiratory Care Practitioner Examination. A score of 85% is required.
Launch Statutes Exam -
Submit Third-Party Documents ▾Ensure your school submits Form 1792 and the NBRC sends your exam scores directly to the DSPS.
View Required Forms
Total Fee
$100
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
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Verify Out-of-State License ▾Request official verification of your current license from every state where you have ever held a credential.
WI License Lookup -
Apply for Permanent License ▾Submit a full application via the LicensE portal as an out-of-state applicant.
Start Endorsement Application -
Request Temporary Certificate ▾If you need to work immediately, submit Form 2871 for a 90-day temporary certificate while your permanent application is pending.
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Complete WI Statutes Exam ▾All endorsement applicants must still pass the Wisconsin-specific open-book statutes exam.
Take Statutes Exam
Total Fee
$50
Renewal Cycle
Every 2 years
Compact
No
Board
Wisconsin DSPS — Respiratory Care Practitioner
Keeping Your License Active
Wisconsin Respiratory Therapist licenses renew Every 2 years. Contact the Wisconsin DSPS — Respiratory Care Practitioner for continuing education requirements and renewal deadlines.
Renew on the board siteFees
| Item | Amount |
|---|---|
| Application | $100 |
| Endorsement application | $100 |
| Fingerprint check | $35-$50 (varies by state) |
| Temporary permit | See board |
| Renewal | 50.0 |
Slow Downs
Missing Third-Party Documents
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Applications remain 'Incomplete' until DSPS receives Form 1792 directly from your school and scores from the NBRC. Follow up with these entities early.
Statutes Exam Failure
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Failing to achieve an 85% on the open-book exam requires a $75 retake fee and a formal request form (Form 2699).
Incomplete Practice History
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Forgetting to submit Form 1794 if you have practiced in other states can stall the review process.
Questions
Are there continuing education (CE) requirements for renewal?
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No, Wisconsin currently does not require continuing education hours for the renewal of a Respiratory Care Practitioner license.
When does my license expire?
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All Respiratory Care Practitioner licenses expire on June 30 of even-numbered years.
Can I get a temporary license?
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Yes, a 90-day non-renewable temporary certificate is available for new graduates or out-of-state licensees while their permanent application is processed.
What is the passing score for the Wisconsin Statutes exam?
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The passing score is 85%. It is an open-book exam based on Wisconsin Statutes Chapter 448 and Administrative Code Med 20.