North Dakota Respiratory Therapist Licensing Guide

North Dakota Respiratory Therapist License Overview

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

How to Get a North Dakota Respiratory Therapist License by Endorsement

How Respiratory Therapists already licensed in another state apply in North Dakota: Online portal OR paper application (mail with check/money order for $80 fee made out to NDSBRC). You'll need to submit your completed application along with supporting documents and the $80 application fee.

1. Submit endorsement application via North Dakota 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 NBRC or direct board verification. Request verification early so your application is not delayed.

Background check: Statewide and nationwide criminal history record check via fingerprints; the request form and fingerprint instructions are e-mailed to the applicant after the Board office receives the application and $80 fee. Previous background checks are NOT accepted (FBI rule) - a new check is required. Submit your fingerprinting authorization as early as possible.

Check the North Dakota State Board of Respiratory Care website for status updates on your application.

North Dakota 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.

North Dakota Temporary Respiratory Therapist License

North Dakota does not issue temporary respiratory therapy licenses. Travelers should plan their start dates accordingly and allow the full processing window before their expected first day.

North Dakota Respiratory Therapist License Processing Time

North Dakota Respiratory Therapist endorsement applications typically take 2-3 business days after all materials are received and reviewed (assuming no Board referral) to process.

In the best-case scenario, processing can be as fast as 2-3 business days from board's perspective once all required materials (online application + $80 fee + background check + NBRC scores/certificate + transcript or notarized diploma copy + license verification from each prior state) are on file.

Common sources of delay:

• Background check processing can extend timeline by 2-4 weeks if fingerprints require re-submission or out-of-state verification is needed
• Board application review window is often 1-3 weeks, but if submission occurs near end of business week or during holiday periods, review may be delayed an additional 1-2 weeks
• Verification from previous state licensing board may take 1-2 weeks if that state's verification process is slow or if NBRC verification is incomplete

We have not found an expedited processing option on the North Dakota State Board of Respiratory Care'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.

North Dakota Respiratory Therapist Continuing Education

North Dakota requires 10 contact hours of continuing education every year for Respiratory Therapist license renewal.

North Dakota Respiratory Therapist License Renewal

• Renewal cycle: Every year — $80 via North Dakota State Board of Respiratory Care portal
• Renewal timing: License expires December 31. Renewal window is November 1 - January 31. Renewals received/postmarked after December 31 are subject to CE audit.
• Renewal window: Opens November 1 through January 31 annually

North Dakota Licensing Board and Resources

North Dakota State Board of Respiratory Care

Board Website · Application Portal · License Verification

Phone: 701-222-1564

Email: [email protected]