Respiratory Therapist / Wyoming
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Wyoming Respiratory Therapist License Requirements

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Treats patients with breathing disorders. Requires TMC exam.

What the Wyoming data shows for Respiratory Therapists

To practice as a respiratory therapist in Wyoming, the state licensing board requires 1,554 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 Wyoming's professional licensing framework, which classifies the training track as "Associate Degree".

Budget $61 to get started, plus $58 at each renewal on a 2-year cycle. The license also carries an ongoing 24-hour continuing-education requirement per 2-year cycle that adds to the true cost of staying licensed.

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

Licensing Requirements in Wyoming

Education / Training Hours
Associate Degree
1,554 hours
Exam Requirement
TMC Exam (Therapist Multiple-Choice)
Required
Initial License Fee
$61
Renewal Fee
$58
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 Wyoming licensing authorities before making career decisions.

Frequently Asked Questions

What license do I need for Respiratory Therapist in Wyoming? ▼
Wyoming requires 1554 education/training hours, passing an exam (TMC Exam (Therapist Multiple-Choice)), and an initial fee of $61. A criminal background check is also required.
How do I get certified as a Respiratory Therapist in Wyoming? ▼
Wyoming licenses respiratory therapists who complete its requirements (1554 education hours) and a passing exam. Verify the latest details with the Wyoming licensing board.
Can I transfer my Respiratory Therapist license to Wyoming from another state? ▼
Reciprocity for respiratory therapists nationally works like this: Respiratory Therapy Licensure Compact: adoption underway. Beyond that baseline, interstate compacts exist for many professions and may smooth a transfer into Wyoming. Verify the specifics with the Wyoming licensing board.
Does Wyoming require a background check for Respiratory Therapist licensing? ▼
Wyoming does require a background check before issuing a respiratory therapist license. What counts as disqualifying, and how it's reviewed, is up to the state licensing board.
What are the continuing education requirements for Respiratory Therapist in Wyoming? ▼
Wyoming ties continued respiratory therapist licensure to 24 continuing-education hours, due every 2 years, alongside a $58 renewal fee.

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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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