Tennessee respiratory therapy license requirements

Frequently Asked Questions

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

How many CEUs does Tennessee require for respiratory therapists?

12 hours per year
License expires every 2 years during birth month

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

Yes, courses are approved by AARC for CRCE credit, and the Tennessee Department of Health, Board of Respiratory Care accepts AARC-approved courses for CEUs.

Other Information

A minimum of 5 hours must be obtained through live courses.
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At least 5 hours must pertain to the clinical practice of respiratory care.
One hour must be completed in patient safety.
- Explore our Tennessee patient safety course
One hour must be focused on professional or ethical standards required of respiratory therapists.
- Explore ethics courses

Refer to your regulatory agency for the most current information about your continuing education requirements. For more information, visit the Tennessee Department of Health-Board of Respiratory Care website.
Tennessee 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.