Ohio Respiratory Therapist License
Who to call, where to apply and what it takes to keep a Ohio RT license, all on one page for travelers. Board details come from our state licensing list.
Ohio license at a glance
Ohio respiratory therapists are licensed by the State Medical Board of Ohio - Respiratory Care (phone 614-466-3934).
RT license renewal in Ohio: 20 hours, every 2 years.
Nurse Licensure Compact state: a multistate license from another NLC state lets you work here.
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Updated Oct 2026. Board details checked Oct 19, 2026. Run by a working travel respiratory therapist.
Ohio RT licensing board
Ohio RT CEU requirements
20 hours, every 2 years.
Required topics:
- 1 hr Ohio respiratory care law or professional ethics
Limited permit holders: 10 hours a year.
Source: State Medical Board of Ohio: Respiratory care, checked Oct 19, 2026.
Need hours? See the free CEU guide or compare states on the CEU requirements page.
Also a nurse? Ohio Board of Nursing
Status: NLC
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Frequently asked questions
- Who licenses respiratory therapists in Ohio?
- Ohio respiratory therapists are licensed by the State Medical Board of Ohio - Respiratory Care (phone 614-466-3934). Board website: https://med.ohio.gov/apply-and-renew/licenses-and-certifications/03-respiratory-care-(rc)
- How many CEUs does a Ohio RT license need?
- RT license renewal in Ohio: 20 hours, every 2 years. Always confirm with the board before you renew.
- Is Ohio a Nurse Licensure Compact (NLC) state?
- Nurse Licensure Compact state: a multistate license from another NLC state lets you work here.
Updated Oct 2026