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Indiana Respiratory Therapist License

Indiana PLA — Respiratory Care Committee

Total Fee
$128
Processing Time
4 to 6 Weeks
Fingerprints
Required
IdentoGO / State Police
Temp License
Not available
See board

What You'll Need

  • Official Transcripts — Must be sent directly from the educational institution and show the degree conferred and date.
  • NBRC Credential Report — Official report sent directly from the NBRC; copies of certificates or score reports are not accepted. NBRC Website
  • Verification of State Licensure Form — Required for each state where you hold or have held a license in any health profession.
  • Criminal Background Check Results — Completed via IdentoGO after the application is filed and the Service Code is received.

How to Apply

  1. Submit Online Application ▾
    Create an account and submit your initial application through the Indiana MyLicense One portal.
    Apply Online
  2. Pay Application Fee ▾
    Pay the non-refundable application fee of $50 via the online portal.
    Pay Fee
  3. Request Official Transcripts ▾
    Contact your respiratory care program to have official transcripts sent directly to the Indiana Professional Licensing Agency (PLA).
  4. Submit NBRC Credential Report ▾
    Request an official credential report from the National Board for Respiratory Care (NBRC) to be sent directly to the Committee.
    Request NBRC Report
  5. Complete Criminal Background Check ▾
    Wait for an email from the PLA containing your specific Service Code, then schedule your fingerprinting appointment with IdentoGO.
    Schedule Fingerprinting
  6. Verification of Other Licenses ▾
    If you hold or have held a license in any other state or health profession, request a verification to be sent directly from that state board to Indiana.
Total Fee
$128
Processing Time
4 to 6 Weeks
Fingerprints
Required
Temp License
Not available

Transfer License

Requirements ▾
Respiratory Therapists licensed in another state can often apply via endorsement by providing license verification and current certification.
Apply to transfer

Steps

  1. Submit Endorsement Application ▾
    Apply online via MyLicense One and select the endorsement pathway.
    Apply by Endorsement
  2. Verify Out-of-State Licenses ▾
    Request official verification from every state where you have ever held a health-related license.
  3. Request NBRC Verification ▾
    Ensure your RRT credentials are verified directly by the NBRC to the Indiana Committee.
    NBRC Verification
  4. Temporary Permit (Optional) ▾
    If you hold a current active license in another state, you may apply for a temporary permit to practice while your full license is processed.
Total Fee
$50
Renewal Cycle
Every 2 years
Compact
No
Board
Indiana PLA — Respiratory Care Committee

Keeping Your License Active

Indiana Respiratory Therapist licenses renew Every 2 years. Contact the Indiana PLA — Respiratory Care Committee for continuing education requirements and renewal deadlines.

Renew on the board site

Fees

ItemAmount
Application$100
Endorsement application$100
Fingerprint check$28.00
Temporary permitSee board
Renewal50.0

Slow Downs

Premature Background Check ▾
Completing fingerprints before the PLA processes your application and issues a Service Code will result in the check being invalid.
Third-Party Document Handling ▾
Transcripts and NBRC reports must come directly from the source; documents submitted by the applicant are rejected.
Fingerprint Rejections ▾
Poor quality prints can lead to FBI rejection; ensure you follow IdentoGO instructions carefully to avoid re-scheduling.
Missing Out-of-State Verifications ▾
Failure to disclose or provide verification for all previous health licenses (even in other fields) will stall the application.

Questions

How many CE hours are required for renewal? ▾
15 hours of continuing education are required every two years, with no more than 7.5 hours allowed via correspondence/distance learning.
When does my Indiana Respiratory Therapist license expire? ▾
Licenses expire on December 31 of even-numbered years.
Can I get a temporary permit while waiting for my license? ▾
Yes, endorsement applicants with an active out-of-state license or new graduates with a pending exam may be eligible for a temporary permit.
What is the fee for an initial license? ▾
The initial application fee for a Respiratory Care Practitioner license is $50.
How long do I have to complete my application requirements? ▾
Applications are considered abandoned if not completed within one year of the filing date.

Board Info

Indiana PLA — Respiratory Care Committee
Phone(317) 232-2960
Sources
Last verified 2026-02-25