National
Completion of Ohio State’s CoArc-accredited Respiratory Therapy Undergraduate Major meets educational requirements to apply for the NBRC Therapist Multiple Choice (TMC) examination to qualify for the NBRC Certified Respiratory Therapist (CRT) credential. Students who achieve the high cut score on the TMC are eligible to apply for the Clinical Simulation Examination (CSE) to qualify for the NBRC Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) credential.
Alabama
Completion of Ohio State’s Bachelor of Science Respiratory Therapy program meets educational requirements to qualify for a Respiratory Therapist license in Alabama. Additional testing, background clearance, and any other requirements may also need to be met through Alabama State Board of Respiratory Therapy prior to applying for licensure.
Alaska
Alaska does not license Respiratory Therapists.
Arizona
Completion of Ohio State’s Bachelor of Science Respiratory Therapy program meets educational requirements to qualify for a Respiratory Therapist license in Arizona. Additional testing, background clearance, and any other requirements may also need to be met through Arizona Board of Respiratory Care Examiners prior to applying for licensure.
Arkansas
Completion of Ohio State’s Bachelor of Science Respiratory Therapy program meets educational requirements to qualify for a Respiratory Therapist license in Arkansas. Additional testing, background clearance, and any other requirements may also need to be met through Arkansas State Medical Board prior to applying for licensure.
California
Completion of Ohio State’s Bachelor of Science Respiratory Therapy program meets educational requirements to qualify for a Respiratory Therapist license in California. In addition to meeting educational requirements, applicants must also take the Law and Professional Ethics course before licensure is granted. Additional testing, background clearance, and any other requirements may also need to be met through California Respiratory Care Board prior to applying for licensure.
Colorado
Completion of Ohio State’s Bachelor of Science Respiratory Therapy program meets educational requirements to qualify for a Respiratory Therapist license in Colorado. Additional testing, background clearance, and any other requirements may also need to be met through Colorado Division of Professions and Occupations prior to applying for licensure.
Connecticut
Completion of Ohio State’s Bachelor of Science Respiratory Therapy program meets educational requirements to qualify for a Respiratory Therapist license in Connecticut. Additional testing, background clearance, and any other requirements may also need to be met through Connecticut Department of Public Health prior to applying for licensure.
Delaware
Completion of Ohio State’s Bachelor of Science Respiratory Therapy program meets educational requirements to qualify for a Respiratory Therapist license in Delaware. Additional testing, background clearance, and any other requirements may also need to be met through Delaware Division of Professional Regulation prior to applying for licensure.
District of Columbia
Completion of Ohio State’s Bachelor of Science Respiratory Therapy program meets educational requirements to qualify for a Respiratory Therapist license in District of Columbia. Additional testing, background clearance, and any other requirements may also need to be met through District of Columbia Board of Respiratory Care prior to applying for licensure.
Florida
Completion of Ohio State’s Bachelor of Science Respiratory Therapy program meets educational requirements to qualify for a Respiratory Therapist license in Florida. Additional testing, background clearance, and any other requirements may also need to be met through Florida Board of Respiratory Care Department of Health prior to applying for licensure.
Georgia
Completion of Ohio State’s Bachelor of Science Respiratory Therapy program does not meet educational requirements to qualify for a Respiratory Therapist license in Georgia. In addition to meeting educational requirements, applicants must also have 3 months of work experience under a licensed physician. Additional testing, background clearance, and any other requirements may also need to be met through Georgia Composite State Board of Medical Examiners prior to applying for licensure.
Hawaii
Completion of Ohio State’s Bachelor of Science Respiratory Therapy program meets educational requirements to qualify for a Respiratory Therapist license in Hawaii. Additional testing, background clearance, and any other requirements may also need to be met through Hawaii Respiratory Therapist Licensure Program prior to applying for licensure.
Idaho
Completion of Ohio State’s Bachelor of Science Respiratory Therapy program meets educational requirements to qualify for a Respiratory Therapist license in Idaho. Additional testing, background clearance, and any other requirements may also need to be met through Idaho State Board of Medicine prior to applying for licensure.
Illinois
Completion of Ohio State’s Bachelor of Science Respiratory Therapy program does not meet educational requirements to qualify for a Respiratory Therapist license in Illinois. In addition to meeting educational requirements, applicants must also take the Child and Elder abuse training. Additional testing, background clearance, and any other requirements may also need to be met through Illinois Dept of Finance & Professional Regulation prior to applying for licensure.
Indiana
Completion of Ohio State’s Bachelor of Science Respiratory Therapy program meets educational requirements to qualify for a Respiratory Therapist license in Indiana. Additional testing, background clearance, and any other requirements may also need to be met through Indiana Professional Licensing Agency prior to applying for licensure.
Iowa
Completion of Ohio State’s Bachelor of Science Respiratory Therapy program meets educational requirements to qualify for a Respiratory Therapist license in Iowa. Additional testing, background clearance, and any other requirements may also need to be met through Iowa Board of Respiratory Care prior to applying for licensure.
Kansas
Completion of Ohio State’s Bachelor of Science Respiratory Therapy program meets educational requirements to qualify for a Respiratory Therapist license in Kansas. Additional testing, background clearance, and any other requirements may also need to be met through Kansas State Board of Healing Arts prior to applying for licensure.
Kentucky
Completion of Ohio State’s Bachelor of Science Respiratory Therapy program meets educational requirements to qualify for a Respiratory Therapist license in Kentucky. Additional testing, background clearance, and any other requirements may also need to be met through Kentucky Board of Respiratory Care prior to applying for licensure.
Louisiana
Completion of Ohio State’s Bachelor of Science Respiratory Therapy program meets educational requirements to qualify for a Respiratory Therapist license in Louisiana. Additional testing, background clearance, and any other requirements may also need to be met through Louisiana Board of Medical Examiners prior to applying for licensure.
Maine
Completion of Ohio State’s Bachelor of Science Respiratory Therapy program meets educational requirements to qualify for a Respiratory Therapist license in Maine. Additional testing, background clearance, and any other requirements may also need to be met through Maine Board of Respiratory Care Practitioners prior to applying for licensure.
Maryland
Completion of Ohio State’s Bachelor of Science Respiratory Therapy program meets educational requirements to qualify for a Respiratory Therapist license in Maryland. Additional testing, background clearance, and any other requirements may also need to be met through Maryland Board of Physicians prior to applying for licensure.
Massachusetts
Completion of Ohio State’s Bachelor of Science Respiratory Therapy program meets educational requirements to qualify for a Respiratory Therapist license in Massachusetts. Additional testing, background clearance, and any other requirements may also need to be met through Massachusetts Bureau of Health Professions prior to applying for licensure.
Michigan
Completion of Ohio State’s Bachelor of Science Respiratory Therapy program meets educational requirements to qualify for a Respiratory Therapist license in Michigan. In addition to meeting educational requirements, applicants must also take the Human Trafficking and Implicit Bias Training. Additional testing, background clearance, and any other requirements may also need to be met through Michigan Department of Licensing and Regulatory Affairs prior to applying for licensure.
Minnesota
Completion of Ohio State’s Bachelor of Science Respiratory Therapy program meets educational requirements to qualify for a Respiratory Therapist license in Minnestoa. Additional testing, background clearance, and any other requirements may also need to be met through Minnesota Board of Medical Practice prior to applying for licensure.
Mississippi
Completion of Ohio State’s Bachelor of Science Respiratory Therapy program meets educational requirements to qualify for a Respiratory Therapist license in Mississippi. Additional testing, background clearance, and any other requirements may also need to be met through Mississippi State Department of Health prior to applying for licensure.
Missouri
Completion of Ohio State’s Bachelor of Science Respiratory Therapy program meets educational requirements to qualify for a Respiratory Therapist license in Missouri. Additional testing, background clearance, and any other requirements may also need to be met through Missouri Board for Professional Registration prior to applying for licensure.
Montana
Completion of Ohio State’s Bachelor of Science Respiratory Therapy program meets educational requirements to qualify for a Respiratory Therapist license in Montana. Additional testing, background clearance, and any other requirements may also need to be met through Montana Board of Respiratory Care Practitioners prior to applying for licensure.
Nebraska
Completion of Ohio State’s Bachelor of Science Respiratory Therapy program meets educational requirements to qualify for a Respiratory Therapist license in Nebraska. In addition to meeting educational requirements, applicants must also complete the Mandatory Reporting training. Additional testing, background clearance, and any other requirements may also need to be met through Nebraska Board of Respiratory Care prior to applying for licensure.
Nevada
Completion of Ohio State’s Bachelor of Science Respiratory Therapy program meets educational requirements to qualify for a Respiratory Therapist license in Nevada. Additional testing, background clearance, and any other requirements may also need to be met through Nevada State Board of Medical Examiners prior to applying for licensure.
New Hampshire
Completion of Ohio State’s Bachelor of Science Respiratory Therapy program meets educational requirements to qualify for a Respiratory Therapist license in New Hampshire. In addition to meeting educational requirements, applicants must also show proof of having completed 500 hours of supervised experience. Additional testing, background clearance, and any other requirements may also need to be met through New Hampshire Office of Allied Health Professionals prior to applying for licensure.
New Jersey
Completion of Ohio State’s Bachelor of Science Respiratory Therapy program meets educational requirements to qualify for a Respiratory Therapist license in New Jersey. Additional testing, background clearance, and any other requirements may also need to be met through New Jersey Board of Respiratory Care prior to applying for licensure.
New Mexico
Completion of Ohio State’s Bachelor of Science Respiratory Therapy program meets educational requirements to qualify for a Respiratory Therapist license in New Mexico. Additional testing, background clearance, and any other requirements may also need to be met through New Mexico Respiratory Care Board prior to applying for licensure.
New York
Completion of Ohio State’s Bachelor of Science Respiratory Therapy program meets educational requirements to qualify for a Respiratory Therapist license in New York. Additional testing, background clearance, and any other requirements may also need to be met through New York Respiratory Therapists Board prior to applying for licensure.
North Carolina
Completion of Ohio State’s Bachelor of Science Respiratory Therapy program meets educational requirements to qualify for a Respiratory Therapist license in North Carolina. Additional testing, background clearance, and any other requirements may also need to be met through North Carolina Respiratory Care Board prior to applying for licensure.
North Dakota
Completion of Ohio State’s Bachelor of Science Respiratory Therapy program meets educational requirements to qualify for a Respiratory Therapist license in North Dakota. Additional testing, background clearance, and any other requirements may also need to be met through North Dakota Board of Respiratory Care prior to applying for licensure.
Ohio
Completion of Ohio State’s Bachelor of Science Respiratory Therapy program meets educational requirements to qualify for a Respiratory Therapist license in Ohio. Additional testing, background clearance, and any other requirements may also need to be met through State Medical Board of Ohio prior to applying for licensure.
Oklahoma
Completion of Ohio State’s Bachelor of Science Respiratory Therapy program meets educational requirements to qualify for a Respiratory Therapist license in Oklahoma. Additional testing, background clearance, and any other requirements may also need to be met through Oklahoma Board of Medical Licensure & Supervision prior to applying for licensure.
Oregon
Completion of Ohio State’s Bachelor of Science Respiratory Therapy program meets educational requirements to qualify for a Respiratory Therapist license in Oregon. Additional testing, background clearance, and any other requirements may also need to be met through Oregon Health Licensing Office prior to applying for licensure.
Pacific Territories
Ohio State has not determined whether completion of Ohio State’s Respiratory Therapy Undergraduate Major meets educational requirements to apply for a Respiratory Care Professional license in the Pacific Territories.
Pennsylvania
Completion of Ohio State’s Bachelor of Science Respiratory Therapy program meets educational requirements to qualify for a Respiratory Therapist license in Pennsylvania. Additional testing, background clearance, and any other requirements may also need to be met through Pennsylvania State Board of Medicine prior to applying for licensure.
Puerto Rico
Completion of Ohio State’s Bachelor of Science Respiratory Therapy program meets educational requirements to qualify for a Respiratory Therapist license in Puerto Rico. Additional testing, background clearance, and any other requirements may also need to be met through Board of Examiners of Respiratory Care prior to applying for licensure.
Rhode Island
Completion of Ohio State’s Bachelor of Science Respiratory Therapy program meets educational requirements to qualify for a Respiratory Therapist license in Rhode Island. Additional testing, background clearance, and any other requirements may also need to be met through Rhode Island Department of Health prior to applying for licensure.
South Carolina
Completion of Ohio State’s Bachelor of Science Respiratory Therapy program meets educational requirements to qualify for a Respiratory Therapist license in South Carolina. Additional testing, background clearance, and any other requirements may also need to be met through South Carolina Board of Medical Examiners prior to applying for licensure.
South Dakota
Completion of Ohio State’s Bachelor of Science Respiratory Therapy program meets educational requirements to qualify for a Respiratory Therapist license in South Dakota. Additional testing, background clearance, and any other requirements may also need to be met through South Dakota State Board of Medical Examiners prior to applying for licensure.
Tennessee
Completion of Ohio State’s Bachelor of Science Respiratory Therapy program meets educational requirements to qualify for a Respiratory Therapist license in Tennessee. Additional testing, background clearance, and any other requirements may also need to be met through Tennessee Board of Respiratory Care prior to applying for licensure.
Texas
Completion of Ohio State’s Bachelor of Science Respiratory Therapy program meets educational requirements to qualify for a Respiratory Therapist license in Texas. Additional testing, background clearance, and any other requirements may also need to be met through Texas Medical Board prior to applying for licensure.
Utah
Completion of Ohio State’s Bachelor of Science Respiratory Therapy program meets educational requirements to qualify for a Respiratory Therapist license in Utah. Additional testing, background clearance, and any other requirements may also need to be met through Utah Division of Occupational & Professional Licensing prior to applying for licensure.
U.S. Virgin Islands
Completion of Ohio State’s Bachelor of Science Respiratory Therapy program does not meet educational requirements to qualify for a Respiratory Therapist license in Virgin Islands. Additional testing, background clearance, and any other requirements may also need to be met through U.S. Virgin Islands Department of Health prior to applying for licensure.
Vermont
Completion of Ohio State’s Bachelor of Science Respiratory Therapy program meets educational requirements to qualify for a Respiratory Therapist license in Vermont. Additional testing, background clearance, and any other requirements may also need to be met through Vermont Office of Professional Regulation prior to applying for licensure.
Virginia
Completion of Ohio State’s Bachelor of Science Respiratory Therapy program meets educational requirements to qualify for a Respiratory Therapist license in Virginia. Additional testing, background clearance, and any other requirements may also need to be met through Virginia Board of Medicine prior to applying for licensure.
Washington
Completion of Ohio State’s Bachelor of Science Respiratory Therapy program meets educational requirements to qualify for a Respiratory Therapist license in Washington. Additional testing, background clearance, and any other requirements may also need to be met through Washington Department of Health Respiratory Care prior to applying for licensure.
West Virginia
Completion of Ohio State’s Bachelor of Science Respiratory Therapy program meets educational requirements to qualify for a Respiratory Therapist license in West Virginia. Additional testing, background clearance, and any other requirements may also need to be met through West Virginia Board of Respiratory Care prior to applying for licensure.
Wisconsin
Completion of Ohio State’s Bachelor of Science Respiratory Therapy program meets educational requirements to qualify for a Respiratory Therapist license in Wisconsin. Additional testing, background clearance, and any other requirements may also need to be met through Wisconsin Department of Safety and Professional Services prior to applying for licensure.
Wyoming
Completion of Ohio State’s Bachelor of Science Respiratory Therapy program meets educational requirements to qualify for a Respiratory Therapist license in Wyoming. Additional testing, background clearance, and any other requirements may also need to be met through Wyoming State Board For Respiratory Care prior to applying for licensure.