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…
read moreStart 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…
read moreHOSA 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…
read moreLive Remote Proctoring To Be Discontinued in 2025
You may recall that the NBRC introduced live remote proctoring in April 2020 as the COVID-19 pandemic reverberated globally. Remotely proctored examinations offered a new way to bring more RTs to the bedside to help the fight against COVID-19…
read moreAn Important Update on Exam Security
In 2023, the NBRC became aware of some troubling activities within a Facebook group named “Respiratory Review with Jana.” We learned individuals were paying to access the group in order to share and distribute confidential information and…
read moreBOGO DEAL! Specialty Exams Second-Chance-Free Guarantee
Specialty credentialing within the field of respiratory care signals to employers and colleagues that excellence truly defines you. The result is better access to specialty care for patients, along with greater career opportunities and professional…
read moreUse COOL To Explore NBRC Credentials
The NBRC is seeking interested active-duty military members to join the growing ranks of respiratory care practitioners. United States military members can learn about the benefit of NBRC credentials and explore cost-saving opportunities while…
read moreATS and ERS Update Standards Critical for Exam Preparation
Written by Jeffery M. Haynes, RRT, RPFT, FAARC
The Pulmonary Function Technology Specialty Examination is created and updated by a collaborative committee of technologists and pulmonary physicians to ensure that new CPFT and RPFT credential…
read more2024 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…
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