Iowa respiratory therapy license requirements

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

How many CEUs does Iowa require for respiratory therapists?

• 24 hours every 2 years
• License expires on 3/31 of even years

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

• Yes, although the Iowa Board of Respiratory Care and Polysomnography does not approve specific continuing education providers, we offer courses approved by AARC for CRCE Credit to meet your continuing education needs.

• 6-hour maximum for courses that enhance a supplemental or complementary skill set directly related to the practice of respiratory care (e.g., record keeping, ethics, geriatric care).
• First-time renewals are exempt from continuing education requirements.
• A mandatory reporter course is required every 3 years. To fulfill this requirement, you must complete the course through Workday for the State of Iowa.
  • Tip: Iowa Health and Human Services offers this course