The National Board for Respiratory Care - NBRC

04/08/2026

We're committed to safeguarding our exams which means security protocols always apply. You should never provide details about an exam with anyone including friends, colleagues, teachers or mentors. Sharing information about our examination could jeopardize your credentials, as well as your colleague's. https://bit.ly/3iOsmw9

04/07/2026

A great win for the respiratory care profession!

📣 The Respiratory Care Interstate Compact (RCIC) is official with the passage of the 7th and 8th states today!

AARC, in collaboration with the Council of State Governments (CSG) and the Department of Defense (DoD), is proud to announce the formal launch of the RCIC, which now establishes the Respiratory Care Interstate Compact Commission. This initiative marks a new era for the respiratory therapy profession, streamlining licensure across state lines to improve patient care and address critical healthcare staffing shortages.

Read more: https://rccentral.aarc.org/respiratory-care-interstate-compact-reaches-milestone/

04/06/2026

What is an NBRC consultant, and what do they do? Our consultants supplement each of our examination committees, bringing specialized knowledge and much more. Learn about their value and meet our 2026 consultants here: https://bit.ly/4bPo8Rf

04/03/2026

In observance of Good Friday, our executive office is closed today. We'll resume normal business hours on Monday, April 6.

04/02/2026

You have a story and we want to hear it! By helping people overcome respiratory distress and improve their quality of life, respiratory therapists have an enormous impact on health in communities of all sizes. Tell us what that impact means to you. Your perspective will inspire others to embrace the profession just as you have – with a true commitment to excellence. Start here: https://bit.ly/3XE9YvC

04/01/2026

This month we're VERY busy traveling across the U.S. to IA, KS, MT, LA, CT, CA and IL for state society meetings and conferences! We're excited to present important credentialing and profession-related updates and more. Check out our full conference road map here: https://bit.ly/46LnT6w

04/01/2026

We are absolutely, unequivocally, and perhaps even unnecessarily thrilled to formally, officially, and ceremoniously unveil our brand-new logo and freshly reimagined name to each and every one of you. After countless hours of deep reflection, spirited discussion, several cups of coffee, and at least one moment where someone said, “What if we just go all in on being cool?”, we have arrived at a decision that feels as bold as it is inevitable.

Effective immediately (and by immediately, we mean right now, as you are reading this very sentence), we are proud to announce that we are now operating under the distinguished and undeniably impressive name: The National Board for Really Cool People (NBRCP).

As a duly self-appointed, highly selective, and extraordinarily cool Board of Really Cool People, we plan to continue our mission with even greater enthusiasm, amplified confidence, and a slightly more stylish font. Our initiatives will include, but are certainly not limited to, recognizing peak coolness in its natural habitat, fostering an environment where cool ideas can thrive, and occasionally nodding in approval at things we deem “nice.”

We appreciate your continued support during this exciting, groundbreaking, and frankly very cool transition. Stay tuned, things are about to get even cooler. And if you've read this far... 😉

03/31/2026

Are you preparing to apply for one of our examinations? It's easy! Watch an overview of our online application, scheduling and testing processes here: https://bit.ly/3rCO5Lw

03/30/2026

Heyyyy batter, batter…swing! Nothing says spring has officially arrived quite like the crack of a bat at a home opener. Today our local team the Kansas City Royals opens the MLB season against the Minnesota Twins. Let's go, Royals!

03/30/2026

Happy and to all of the physicians on our Board of Trustees and consultants who serve on our committees! We value your time and are thankful for your expertise, dedication and compassion.

03/28/2026

Let's hear it for our Senior Vice President of Operations, Melanie Thomas, for 40 years of dedication to The NBRC! Today we celebrate Mel's leadership, expertise and unwavering commitment to the respiratory care credentialing profession. Thank you for four decades of service - happy 40th anniversary!

03/27/2026

Respiratory therapy is anything but boring. If you’re looking for a career where no two days are ever the same, this is it! As an RT in a hospital, you’re everywhere - responding to emergencies, supporting patients and making a difference every single day. https://bit.ly/3QZSdTX