Respiratory Therapy
License Requirements

Wisconsin Respiratory Therapy CE Requirements

0 Hours every 2 years - No State CE requirement for active license renewal

• Total Requirement: The Wisconsin Department of Safety and Professional Services (DSPS) currently requires 0 continuing education hours to renew a Respiratory Care Practitioner license.
• State vs. NBRC: While the state of Wisconsin does not require CEUs for your license renewal, most employers (hospitals) require you to maintain your NBRC Credential (CRT/RRT) as a condition of employment. The NBRC requires 30 hours every 5 years to remain active.
• Employer Expectations: Do not assume that because the state requires zero hours, you can stop taking courses. Losing your NBRC credential due to lack of CEUs can lead to termination of employment in many Wisconsin healthcare facilities.
• Mandatory Topics: There are 0 specific mandatory course topics (e.g., no ethics or patient safety requirement) for license renewal.

Wisconsin License Renewal Process

1. Expiration Date: Licenses expire on June 30th of every even-numbered year (e.g., 2024, 2026).
2. Renewal Window: Renewal notices are typically sent via email or mail 30-60 days prior to the expiration date.
3. Online Portal: Renewal is completed through the Wisconsin DSPS LicensE online platform.
4. Fees: The standard renewal fee is approximately $75.00.
5. Late Renewal: If you fail to renew by June 30th, you will be assessed a late fee (typically $25.00) on top of the renewal fee.
6. Reinstatement: If your license has been expired for 5 years or more, you may be required to pass the NBRC examination again or complete additional education to reinstate it.