In Memory of Charlie G. Brooks, Jr., EdD, RRT, FAARC

With profound sadness, the NBRC announces the peaceful passing of Charlie G. Brooks, Jr., EdD, RRT, FAARC, on April 4, 2025. He is survived by his wife, Cheryl and daughter, Brittany Ann Brooks. Brooks was an alumnus of Vanderbilt University…
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2025 Respiratory Care Scholarships and Awards

Students, scholarship and award applications are now live! Through our support of the American Respiratory Care Foundation (ARCF), the American College of Respiratory Therapy Education (ACRTE) and The Lambda Beta Society, we’re able to continue…
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NBRC Hits The Road in 2025

New year, new destinations! The NBRC is excited to travel again to meet with all of the practitioners, educators and respiratory professionals from across the U.S. This is a great opportunity to hear profession-related updates while you meet…
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Message From the President

Happy New Year to all! As we enter 2025, I am reminded of the legacy of the NBRC as we celebrate 65 years of promoting excellence in respiratory care. It is my honor and privilege to serve as the next President of the NBRC Board of Trustees,…
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Looking Back at 2024

Few would say that 2024 was uneventful, but this is especially true for all the professionals involved in the world of respiratory care. The NBRC sought to accomplish several key initiatives in 2024 to foster and enhance the field like never…
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Start Volunteering With the NBRC

Are you interested in volunteering with the NBRC? The NBRC relies on volunteers to help develop items for examinations and assessments for the Credential Maintenance Program (CMP). Those who wish to get involved by contributing their expertise…
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HOSA Partners With AARC for More RTs

Did you know that the American Association for Respiratory Care (AARC) has engaged with HOSA-Future Health Professionals? The AARC has committed to a partnership with HOSA in 2024, to bring respiratory therapy to more than 280,000 students…
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