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A maximum of 12 hours may be non-traditional (online/self-study).","question":"What are the continuing education requirements for renewal?"},{"answer":"All licenses expire on November 1 of odd-numbered years, regardless of when they were initially issued.","question":"When does my Alabama RT license expire?"},{"answer":"Yes, a 6-month temporary license is available for new graduates awaiting their first examination. 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Check specific board rules for supervisory requirements.","reciprocity_info":"Respiratory Therapists licensed in another state can often apply via endorsement by providing license verification and current certification.","renewal_cycle":"Every 2 years","renewal_fee_amount":50.0,"renewal_portal_url":"https://asbrt.alabama.gov/Online/Login.aspx","required_documents":[{"description":"Must be sent directly from the educational institution or provided as a copy of the diploma/letter from the Program Director.","name":"Official Transcripts","url":null,"url_label":null},{"description":"Proof of holding a valid CRT or RRT credential. 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Fees can be paid online or via check/money order for paper applications.","title":"Pay Fees","url":null,"url_label":null},{"description":"Provide official transcripts, proof of NBRC credentials, a 2x2 passport-style photo, and proof of U.S. citizenship or lawful presence.","title":"Submit Supporting Documents","url":null,"url_label":null},{"description":"Sign the affidavit in the application authorizing the Board to conduct a criminal history investigation. No separate fingerprinting vendor is currently required for RTs; the Board performs the check.","title":"Background Authorization","url":null,"url_label":null}],"temp_license_available":false,"temp_license_duration":"See board","temp_license_fee":"See board","temp_license_processing_time":"See board","updated_at":"2026-04-12T09:02:30.651575+00:00","verify_license_url":"https://asbrt.alabama.gov/Online/IndividualLookup.aspx"}