Indiana Respiratory Therapist Licensing Guide

Indiana Respiratory Therapist License Overview

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

How to Get an Indiana Respiratory Therapist License by Endorsement

Indiana uses an online portal endorsement process for Respiratory Therapists already licensed in another state. You'll need to submit your completed application along with supporting documents and the $50 application fee.

1. Submit endorsement application via Indiana board portal
2. Request verification of every health-related license, registration or certification you hold in another state, sent directly by the issuing state (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 NBRC credential report sent directly from NBRC to the Committee; state license verification must be submitted directly from the state of issuance (not via NBRC). Request verification early so your application is not delayed.

Confirm the current fingerprinting and background check steps with the Indiana Respiratory Care Committee (administered by the Indiana Professional Licensing Agency). Where fingerprinting applies, submit your authorization as early as possible.

Check the Indiana Respiratory Care Committee (administered by the Indiana Professional Licensing Agency) website for status updates on your application.

Indiana Respiratory Therapist License Fees

Travelers should factor these licensing costs into their assignment budgeting.

Indiana Temporary Respiratory Therapist License

Indiana issues temporary respiratory therapy licenses, allowing Respiratory Therapists to begin practicing while their permanent endorsement application is being processed. For travelers, this is often the fastest path to starting an assignment.

Duration: 6 months from date of issuance (Endorsement applicants); 6 months from date of graduation (Examination applicants); renewable for $10 with written good-cause showing.

Eligibility requirements:

• A separate temporary permit application with its $25 fee; permits are for Examination and Endorsement applicants, not applicants by Credentials
• A Verification of State Licensure form sent to the Committee directly from your state showing a current license, registration or certification; if your state does not regulate respiratory care, a signed statement saying so plus an NBRC credential report

Issuance timeline:

• Board confirms receipt and application is queued for review

Denial risks:

• Misrepresentation or omission on application (false credentials, undisclosed violations)

Important for travelers: Temporary permits expire automatically, without further action by the Committee; a permit issued to an Endorsement applicant is valid for six months from the date of issuance. Continued practice on temporary license while permanent application is still under review is permitted, but termination occurs on license issuance date or denial date—no grace period. Failure to renew permanent license before temporary license expiration results in automatic revocation and loss of practice privileges.

Indiana Respiratory Therapist License Processing Time

Indiana Respiratory Therapist endorsement applications typically take 2-4 weeks to process.

In the best-case scenario, processing can be as fast as 2 weeks (if application is complete, verification returns immediately, background check clears without issue, and submission aligns with board meeting schedule).

Common sources of delay:

• Board processes applications on monthly cycles; submissions after the cutoff (typically mid-month) delay review by 4-6 weeks
• Verification requests to NBRC or prior state licensing boards can take 2-3 weeks if responses are slow, extending total timeline
• Incomplete initial applications (missing continuing education transcripts, verification forms, or background check consent) trigger mandatory resubmission, adding 1-2 weeks per cycle
• Indiana conducts state-specific background checks beyond standard fingerprinting; delays occur when board requests additional documentation or clarification

We have not found an expedited processing option on the Indiana Respiratory Care Committee'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.

Indiana Respiratory Therapist Continuing Education

Indiana requires 15 contact hours of continuing education every 2 years for Respiratory Therapist license renewal.

Indiana Respiratory Therapist License Renewal

• Renewal cycle: Every 2 years — $50 via Indiana Professional Licensing Agency portal
• Renewal timing: Prior to December 31st of even numbered years.

Indiana Licensing Board and Resources

Indiana Respiratory Care Committee (administered by the Indiana Professional Licensing Agency)

Board Website · Application Portal · License Verification

Phone: 317-232-2960

Email: [email protected]