Georgia Respiratory Therapist Licensing Guide

Georgia Respiratory Therapist License Overview

We have not found an interstate compact that covers Respiratory Therapists in Georgia. Plan on meeting Georgia's own requirements before you practice there.

How to Get a Georgia Respiratory Therapist License by Endorsement

How Respiratory Therapists already licensed in another state apply in Georgia: Online portal (Georgia rules use the term 'Reciprocity', not 'Endorsement'). You'll need to submit your completed application along with supporting documents and the $150 application fee.

1. Submit endorsement application via Georgia board portal
2. Request verification of your current license from the state that issued it, to be sent directly to the Board (can run concurrently)
3. Complete any state-specific requirements (background check, etc.) (can run concurrently)
4. Await board review and license issuance

License verification is handled through direct verification from the state that issued your current license, sent to the Board. Request verification early so your application is not delayed.

Confirm the current fingerprinting and background check steps with the Georgia Composite Medical Board. Where fingerprinting applies, submit your authorization as early as possible.

Check the Georgia Composite Medical Board website for status updates on your application.

Georgia Respiratory Therapist License Fees

Endorsement application and renewal: from our records; confirm with the board.

Travelers should factor these licensing costs into their assignment budgeting.

Georgia Temporary Respiratory Therapist License

We have not found a temporary license option on the Georgia Composite Medical Board's site. Confirm with the board before planning a start date.

Georgia Respiratory Therapist License Processing Time

Georgia Respiratory Therapist endorsement applications typically take 4-12 weeks to process.

In the best-case scenario, processing can be as fast as 4 weeks (application received complete, verification obtained within 1 week, background clear, board review immediate).

Common sources of delay:

• Board processes applications on rolling basis; no published expedited track means standard 4-12 week timeline applies regardless of urgency
• License verification from previous state (via NBRC or direct) can take 2-4 weeks; delays here cascade to Georgia board review
• An application file is not complete until the Board has every required document, signature, seal and fee
• Background check completion is required before board review; any discrepancies or delays in fingerprinting extend overall timeline by 2-3 weeks

We have not found an expedited processing option on the Georgia Composite Medical Board's site. The best way to minimize your wait time is to ensure all application components — fingerprints, verification, and any required exams — are completed before or immediately after submitting your application.

Georgia Respiratory Therapist Continuing Education

Georgia requires 30 contact hours of continuing education every 2 years for Respiratory Therapist license renewal.

Georgia Respiratory Therapist License Renewal

• Renewal cycle: Every 2 years, expiring on the last day of your birth month — $105 via Georgia Composite Medical Board portal

Georgia Licensing Board and Resources

Georgia Composite Medical Board

Board Website · Application Portal

Phone: (404) 656-3913