Alabama respiratory therapy license requirements

Frequently Asked Questions

We have listed some of the most common questions and answers for Alabama respiratory therapy continuing education below.

How many CEUs does Alabama require for respiratory therapists?

24 hours every 2 years
License expires 11/01 of odd years

Can I use this site to earn my continuing education hours?

Yes, courses are approved by AARC for CRCE credit, and the Alabama State Board of Respiratory Therapy accepts AARC-approved courses for CEUs.

Other Information

There is no limit to the number of CE hours completed online; however, no more than 12 hours may be obtained through non-traditional courses (video, text, and audio). Live webinars may be used to meet the remaining CEU requirements.
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For approved courses, course completions will be reported to CE Broker. You may also self-report to CE Broker. Our provider number for CE Broker is 50-30700.

Refer to your regulatory agency for the most current information about your continuing education requirements. For more information, visit the Alabama State Board of Respiratory Therapy website.
Alabama Society for Respiratory Care

Approval Organizations

American Association for Respiratory Care

Courses on Continued Respiratory Therapy are approved by The American Association for Respiratory Care for Continuing Respiratory Care Education (CRCE). Refer to individual courses for details regarding credits offered.

CE Broker

Continued Respiratory Therapy provider number for CE Broker is 50-30700.