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The World Needs More RTs
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Excellence
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NBRC credentials are the mark of true excellence in respiratory care.

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A Badge of Honor
Becoming an NBRC credentialed practitioner instills pride and demonstrates
exceptional knowledge and competency.

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Let’s "Tok" about Respiratory Therapy
Don’t wait – create a TikTok today to enter to win a prize!

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The World Needs More RTs
See how RTs helped this CF patient make it to American Idol!

Learn More
Excellence Defines Us
NBRC credentials are the mark of true excellence in respiratory care.

Learn More
A Badge of Honor
Becoming an NBRC credentialed practitioner instills pride and demonstrates
exceptional knowledge and competency.

Learn More

VOICES OF RESPIRATORY THERAPY

We are celebrating the specialized skills of respiratory therapists and the vital role you play every day. Inspire others by sharing your story!

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candidates

Prepare for your exam with a wide range of materials from the NBRC.

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credentialed practitioners

Excel with NBRC specialty credentials and continuing competency.

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educators

Assist students in their pursuit of excellence through NBRC credentials.

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Respiratory care professionals fulfill a vital role that saves and improves lives. There is no better way to help more patients and advance your career than to achieve specialization.

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2023 Respiratory Care Scholarships and Awards

It's that time of year again! Scholarship and award applications are now live, and we have several exciting opportunities for applicants. Through our support of the American Respiratory Care Foundation (ARCF) and The Lambda Beta Society, we’re…

What is a Consultant?

Introducing One-Year Anniversary Lanyard Cards

Congratulations to everyone who earned a new credential in 2022! You put in countless hours of hard work, and it paid off. As a credentialed practitioner, take honor in your exceptional knowledge and expertise in respiratory care. On the…

Climb The RT Career Ladder

The world needs more respiratory therapists. Career advancement options, like career ladders, pave the way for the recruitment and retention of respiratory therapists with benefits for both the employer and the respiratory therapist.…

Giving Back in 2022

At the NBRC, our social purpose is centered on caring, joining and giving. Last year, we were overjoyed to be able to collect items and donate funds to those in need of assistance in the greater Kansas City area, as well as nationally supporting…

Let’s "Tok" about Respiratory Therapy

The World Needs More RTs

Excellence
Defines Us

A Badge of Honor

Let’s "Tok" about Respiratory Therapy

The World Needs More RTs

Excellence Defines Us