Montana Respiratory Therapist License
Montana Board of Respiratory Care Practitioners
Total Fee
$100
Processing Time
4 to 6 Weeks
Fingerprints
Required
IdentoGO (IDEMIA)
Temp License
Not available
See board
What You'll Need
- NBRC Certificate — A current copy of your National Board for Respiratory Care (NBRC) certificate or wallet card. NBRC Website
- Official Transcripts — Transcripts from an accredited respiratory care educational program sent directly from the school to the board.
- Fingerprint Cards — Two completed fingerprint cards (FD-258) for the state and federal background check.
- License Verification — Official verification from every state where you have ever held a professional license, regardless of status.
- Proof of Education — Attestation or documentation of a high school diploma or equivalent.
How to Apply
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Verify NBRC Credentials ▾Ensure you have passed the NBRC examination and hold a current RRT or CRT credential. You will need to provide a copy of your NBRC certificate.
Visit NBRC -
Create an eBiz Account ▾Register for an account on the Montana Department of Labor & Industry's eBiz portal to begin your online application.
Register on eBiz -
Submit Online Application ▾Complete the Respiratory Care Practitioner application online and pay the $100 non-refundable application fee.
Start Application -
Complete Fingerprint Background Check ▾Follow the board's instructions to obtain a fingerprint-based background check. Results must be sent directly to the board.
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Submit Required Documentation ▾Upload or mail required documents, including proof of high school graduation, NBRC certification, and official transcripts from your respiratory care program.
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Request License Verifications ▾If you hold or have ever held a license in another state, request official verification to be sent directly to the Montana Board.
Total Fee
$100
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.
Steps
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Online Application ▾Apply via the eBiz portal, selecting the option for licensure by credentials/endorsement.
eBiz Portal -
Verification of Other Licenses ▾Request official license verification from all states where you are or were previously licensed.
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NBRC Verification ▾Submit proof of current NBRC credentials (RRT or CRT).
NBRC Verification -
Background Check ▾Complete the required fingerprint-based background check as part of the endorsement process.
Total Fee
$50
Renewal Cycle
Every 2 years
Compact
No
Board
Montana Board of Respiratory Care Practitioners
Keeping Your License Active
Montana Respiratory Therapist licenses renew Every 2 years. Contact the Montana Board of Respiratory Care Practitioners for continuing education requirements and renewal deadlines.
Visit board siteFees
| Item | Amount |
|---|---|
| Application | $100 |
| Endorsement application | $100 |
| Fingerprint check | $35-$50 (varies by state) |
| Temporary permit | See board |
| Renewal | 50.0 |
Slow Downs
Incomplete Fingerprint Cards
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Fingerprint cards that are unreadable or missing required fields will be rejected by the DOJ, causing significant delays.
Missing License Verifications
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Failure to request verifications from all previous states of licensure is a frequent cause of application stalls.
Unpaid Fees
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Applications are not reviewed until the full $100 fee is processed through the eBiz portal.
Background Check Timing
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Results from local law enforcement can take 4-8 weeks; using the Montana DOJ in Helena is faster (3-5 days).
Questions
How many CE hours are required for renewal?
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As of June 2024, the board requires 12 hours of continuing education to be completed annually prior to renewal.
When does my Montana RT license expire?
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All respiratory care practitioner licenses in Montana expire annually on May 1st.
Can I practice while my application is pending?
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No, you must have an active Montana license to practice respiratory care in the state.
What is the renewal fee?
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The annual renewal fee is $75 for an active license.
Is there an inactive license status?
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No, the board eliminated the inactive license status in June 2024. Licenses must be active or they will be terminated.