Utah Respiratory Therapist Licensing Guide

Utah Respiratory Therapist License Overview

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

How to Get a Utah Respiratory Therapist License by Endorsement

Utah 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 $60 application fee.

1. Submit endorsement application via Utah 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.

Confirm the current fingerprinting and background check steps with the Utah Division of Professional Licensing (DOPL). Where fingerprinting applies, submit your authorization as early as possible.

Check the Utah Division of Professional Licensing (DOPL) website for status updates on your application.

Utah Respiratory Therapist License Fees

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

Travelers should factor these licensing costs into their assignment budgeting.

Utah Temporary Respiratory Therapist License

We have not found a temporary license option on the Utah Division of Professional Licensing's site. Confirm with the board before planning a start date.

Utah Respiratory Therapist License Processing Time

Utah Respiratory Therapist endorsement applications typically take 14 business days to process.

In the best-case scenario, processing can be as fast as 10 business days (application submitted early in review cycle, all documents complete, clean background, verification received same day).

Common sources of delay:

• Criminal history or background check concerns require additional board review; standard processing extends 4-6 weeks beyond normal timeline
• Missing or incomplete license verification from prior state — board will not issue without confirmed current licensure status
• Application submitted late in month may miss board review cycle; next review window could delay issuance by 2-4 weeks

We have not found an expedited processing option on the Utah Division of Professional Licensing'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.

Utah Respiratory Therapist Continuing Education

Contact the Utah Division of Professional Licensing (DOPL) for current continuing education requirements.

Utah Respiratory Therapist License Renewal

• Renewal cycle: Every 2 years — $52
• Renewal timing: License expires on September 30 of even years (biennial renewal cycle).

Utah Licensing Board and Resources

Utah Division of Professional Licensing (DOPL)

Board Website · Application Portal · License Verification

Phone: (801) 530-6628

Email: [email protected]