Respiratory Therapist / Arizona
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Arizona Respiratory Therapist License Requirements

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Treats patients with breathing disorders. Requires TMC exam.

What the Arizona data shows for Respiratory Therapists

Arizona's path to respiratory therapist licensure runs through 2,332 hours of approved instruction and a passing score on TMC Exam (Therapist Multiple-Choice), plus a criminal history screening before applicants younger than 18 can be licensed. Arizona folds the credential into its broader occupational licensing statute, which classifies the training track as "Associate Degree".

Budget $216 to get started, plus $175 at each renewal on a 2-year cycle. Maintaining the license requires 24 hours of continuing education per 2-year cycle, an ongoing cost applicants often underestimate when budgeting the career.

On reciprocity, respiratory therapists should know: Respiratory Therapy Licensure Compact: adoption underway.

Licensing Requirements in Arizona

Education / Training Hours
Associate Degree
2,332 hours
Exam Requirement
TMC Exam (Therapist Multiple-Choice)
Required
Initial License Fee
$216
Renewal Fee
$175
Renewal Cycle
Every 2 years
Continuing Education
24 hrs/cycle
Criminal History Check
Required
Minimum Age
18 years

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Data sources: NCSL Occupational Licensing Database, Institute for Justice, state licensing boards. Verify current requirements with Arizona licensing authorities before making career decisions.

Frequently Asked Questions

What license do I need for Respiratory Therapist in Arizona? ▼
In Arizona, the license path calls for 2332 education/training hours, a passing score on TMC Exam (Therapist Multiple-Choice), and a $216 initial fee. A criminal background check is required as well.
How do I get certified as a Respiratory Therapist in Arizona? ▼
To become a licensed respiratory therapist in Arizona, you must meet the state's requirements including 2332 hours of education. You must also pass the required examination. Contact the Arizona licensing board to verify current requirements.
Can I transfer my Respiratory Therapist license to Arizona from another state? ▼
For respiratory therapists, the reciprocity landscape looks like this: Respiratory Therapy Licensure Compact: adoption underway. Many professions are also covered by interstate licensing compacts that facilitate portability between states. Contact the Arizona licensing board to confirm how it applies to your specific credential.
Does Arizona require a background check for Respiratory Therapist licensing? ▼
Background screening is part of the respiratory therapist licensing process in Arizona. The state licensing board determines which offenses disqualify an applicant and how appeals are handled.
What are the continuing education requirements for Respiratory Therapist in Arizona? ▼
To stay licensed as a respiratory therapist in Arizona, plan on 24 hours of continuing education per 2-year renewal cycle; renewal itself runs $175.

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Source: NCSL Occupational Licensing Database, Institute for Justice License to Work (3rd Ed.), state licensing board websites NCSL Occupational Licensing Database, Institute for Justice License to Work (3rd Ed.), state licensing board websites

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