Respiratory Therapist / Vermont
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Vermont Respiratory Therapist License Requirements

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Official regulator records behind the requirements, fees, and renewal cycle for this license.

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Treats patients with breathing disorders. Requires TMC exam.

What the Vermont data shows for Respiratory Therapists

To practice as a respiratory therapist in Vermont, the state licensing board requires 1,541 documented education or training hours, a passing score on TMC Exam (Therapist Multiple-Choice). A criminal history background check is also part of the application. Applicants must be at least 18 years old. The regulation sits under Vermont's professional licensing framework, which classifies the training track as "Associate Degree".

The initial price tag is $58, and renewal costs $56 every 2 years. Maintaining the license requires 24 hours of continuing education per 2-year cycle, an ongoing cost applicants often underestimate when budgeting the career.

For respiratory therapists, the reciprocity picture is: Respiratory Therapy Licensure Compact: adoption underway.

Licensing Ease Score

B-
Licensing Ease Score
65/100
Respiratory Therapist · Vermont

A higher score means this specific license is LESS burdensome to obtain and maintain here than the national requirement corpus, based on education hours, fees, continuing education, and experience requirements, not an overall judgment of the profession or the state.

Education & Training F
1,541 hours
Documented education/training hours required
Initial Fee A
$58
One-time application/license fee
Renewal Burden B+
$28/yr
$56 every 2 years
Continuing Education C-
12.0 hrs/yr
24 hours every 2 years
Experience Required A+
None required
Supervised work experience required before licensure

Licensing Requirements in Vermont

Education / Training Hours
Associate Degree
1,541 hours
Exam Requirement
TMC Exam (Therapist Multiple-Choice)
Required
Initial License Fee
$58
Renewal Fee
$56
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 Vermont licensing authorities before making career decisions.

Frequently Asked Questions

What license do I need for Respiratory Therapist in Vermont? ▼
Vermont's requirements cover 1541 hours of education or training, the TMC Exam (Therapist Multiple-Choice) exam, and an initial fee of $58. Applicants also go through a criminal background check.
How do I get certified as a Respiratory Therapist in Vermont? ▼
Certification as a respiratory therapist in Vermont means clearing the state's checklist: 1541 hours of education, and a passing exam score. The Vermont licensing board can confirm the current details.
Can I transfer my Respiratory Therapist license to Vermont from another state? ▼
Here's how reciprocity typically plays out for respiratory therapists: Respiratory Therapy Licensure Compact: adoption underway. Many occupations are additionally covered by interstate licensing compacts that ease cross-state moves. Check with the Vermont licensing board for how this applies to you.
Does Vermont require a background check for Respiratory Therapist licensing? ▼
Yes, Vermont requires a criminal background check as part of the respiratory therapist licensing process. Disqualifying offenses and review criteria are determined by the state licensing board.
What are the continuing education requirements for Respiratory Therapist in Vermont? ▼
Licensed respiratory therapists in Vermont must complete 24 hours of continuing education every 2 years. The renewal fee is $56.

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What to do with this respiratory therapist license

Respiratory Therapist in Vermont, with a documented reciprocity path, is one requirement row in a respiratory therapist-wide, 50-state comparison.

  • See how Vermont's respiratory therapist requirements compare to every other state before relocating. Respiratory Therapist in every state
  • Confirm whether your out-of-state respiratory therapist license transfers under an interstate compact before starting a new application. Reciprocity guide
  • See how Vermont's overall licensing burden compares to other states, not just this one profession. Vermont overview

Requirements shown are compiled from NCSL and Institute for Justice research; verify current rules with the Vermont licensing board before making career decisions.

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

According to the National Conference of State Legislatures and the Institute for Justice, the PlainCredential comparison corpus (current as of May 15, 2026) maps 4,947 state licensing requirement records; see the methodology.

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