Louisiana respiratory therapy license requirements

Frequently Asked Questions

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

How many CEUs does Louisiana require for respiratory therapists?

10 hours per year
License expires yearly on the last day of birth month

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

Yes, courses are approved by AARC for CRCE credit, and the Louisiana State Board of Medical Examiners, Respiratory Therapists accepts AARC-approved courses for CEUs.

Other Information

There is no limit to the number of continuing education hours that can be completed online.
A laws and rules course is required prior to the first renewal. To fulfill this requirement, you must complete the Louisiana offered course.*
- Tip: The state of Louisiana offers this course for free.
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.

*One-time requirement

Refer to your regulatory agency for the most current information about your continuing education requirements. For more information, visit the Louisiana State Board of Medical Examiners: Respiratory Therapists website.
Louisiana 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.