Wyoming Respiratory Therapist Licensing Guide

Wyoming Respiratory Therapist License Overview

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

How to Get a Wyoming Respiratory Therapist License by Endorsement

How Respiratory Therapists already licensed in another state apply in Wyoming: Paper application mailed to Board office. You'll need to submit your completed application along with supporting documents and the $100 application fee.

1. Submit endorsement application via Wyoming 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 Wyoming State Board for Respiratory Care. Where fingerprinting applies, submit your authorization as early as possible.

Check the Wyoming State Board for Respiratory Care website for status updates on your application.

Wyoming Respiratory Therapist License Fees

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

Travelers should factor these licensing costs into their assignment budgeting.

Wyoming Temporary Respiratory Therapist License

Wyoming issues temporary respiratory therapy licenses, allowing Respiratory Therapists to begin practicing while their permanent endorsement application is being processed.

Eligibility requirements:

• Current Respiratory Therapist license in good standing from home state or previously held license in good standing within last 6 months
• Completed notarized employer statement from Wyoming employer detailing job duties, facility type, and license requirements
• Official verification of current license status submitted directly from issuing state board or via NBRC

Issuance timeline:

• Complete endorsement application received with all supporting documents
• Verification of license in good standing received from home state board or NBRC
• Notarized employer statement received and deemed complete by board staff

Denial risks:

• Applicant's home state license is on probation, suspended, or revoked
• Notarized employer statement is missing required facility information or employer signature
• Verification request returns indicating license was not in good standing at time of application

Important for travelers: Temp license automatically terminates upon issuance of permanent Wyoming license or 180 days from issuance, whichever comes first. The board may revoke a permit if, after a hearing, it finds you guilty of fraud or deceit in procuring or attempting to procure a license. Temp license held subject to same practice restrictions and continuing education requirements as permanent license; violations can trigger revocation.

Wyoming Respiratory Therapist License Processing Time

Wyoming Respiratory Therapist endorsement applications typically take 7-10 business days (plus 3-5 business days initial receipt/completeness review) to process.

In the best-case scenario, processing can be as fast as ~10-15 business days total (3-5 day receipt review + 7-10 day processing once file complete).

Common sources of delay:

• Board may batch process applications monthly; applications submitted after mid-month cutoff will wait 4-6 weeks for next review cycle
• Verification requests to current state licensing board can add 1-2 weeks if NBRC verification is delayed or if applicant's home state requires manual board review
• Incomplete notarized employer statement or missing background check documentation triggers request for resubmission, adding 2-3 weeks to timeline

We have not found an expedited processing option on the Wyoming State Board for 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.

Wyoming Respiratory Therapist Continuing Education

Contact the Wyoming State Board for Respiratory Care for current continuing education requirements.

Wyoming Respiratory Therapist License Renewal

• Renewal cycle: Every year, expiring by October 31st — $100

Wyoming Licensing Board and Resources

Wyoming State Board for Respiratory Care

Board Website

Phone: (307) 777-5403

Email: [email protected]