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Tennessee Respiratory Therapist License

Tennessee Board of Medical Examiners — RT

Total Fee
$100
Processing Time
4 to 6 Weeks
Fingerprints
Required
IdentoGO (IDEMIA)
Temp License
Not available
See board

What You'll Need

  • Official Transcripts — Sent directly from your educational institution.
  • Exam Score Report — Official verification of passing the NBRC (National Board for Respiratory Care) TMC Exam.

How to Apply

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.
Total Fee
$50
Renewal Cycle
Every 2 years
Compact
No
Board
Tennessee Board of Medical Examiners — RT

Keeping Your License Active

Tennessee Respiratory Therapist licenses renew Every 2 years. Contact the Tennessee Board of Medical Examiners — RT for continuing education requirements and renewal deadlines.

Fees

ItemAmount
Application$100
Endorsement application$100
Fingerprint check$35-$50 (varies by state)
Temporary permitSee board
Renewal50.0

Questions

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Board Info

Tennessee Board of Medical Examiners — RT
Phone(615) 532-3204
Sources
Last verified 2026-02-25