Michigan Respiratory Therapist Licensing Guide

Michigan 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 $270.10 application fee.

1. Submit endorsement application via Michigan board portal
2. Request license verification from current state (via NBRC or direct) (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 state-to-state license verification sent to MI BPL (emailed to [email protected] or mailed to PO Box 30670, Lansing, MI 48909) PLUS separate NBRC credential report sent directly to MI BPL (only required if licensed in another state for less than 5 years; if 5+ years of out-of-state licensure, NBRC report and transcripts are NOT required). Michigan requires verification from every state where you hold or have held a respiratory therapist license, so request verification early to avoid delays.

Background check requirements vary by applicant — confirm the current fingerprinting and screening steps with the Michigan Department of Licensing and Regulatory Affairs. Where fingerprinting applies, submit your authorization as early as possible, since background check processing is one of the most common sources of delay.

After all components are received, the Board reviews applications on a rolling basis. Check the Michigan Department of Licensing and Regulatory Affairs website for status updates on your application.