North Carolina respiratory therapy license requirements

Frequently Asked Questions

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

How many CEUs does North Carolina require for respiratory therapists?

12 hours per year
License expires annually based on date of activation

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

Yes, courses are approved by AARC for CRCE credit, and the North Carolina Respiratory Care Board accepts AARC-approved courses for CEUs.

Other Information

There is no limit to the number of continuing education hours that can be completed online. However, at least 6 hours must be obtained through live courses.
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Refer to your regulatory agency for the most current information about your continuing education requirements. For more information, visit the North Carolina Respiratory Care Board website.
North Carolina 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.