Free CRT/RRT Exam Prep
Certified/Registered Respiratory Therapist (TMC Exam)
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Quick Facts
RRT Professional License: Complete Roadmap
Follow this path to maximize your chances of passing on the first try
Complete RT Education
Graduate from a CoARC-accredited respiratory therapy program with at least an Associate degree. Complete all clinical rotations.
Patient Data Evaluation & ABGsYou are here
Master the first content area (36%): ABG interpretation, hemodynamic monitoring, PFTs, chest X-rays, and lab value interpretation.
Mechanical Ventilation & Interventions
Study the largest domain (50%): ventilator modes, settings, waveforms, weaning criteria, oxygen therapy, airway management, and pharmacology.
Troubleshooting & Practice Exams
Review equipment troubleshooting, infection control, professional ethics, and take timed TMC practice exams.
Can You Take the CRT/RRT Exam?
Check if you meet the basic eligibility requirements
- •Apply through NBRC Practitioner Portal
- •Pay $190 exam fee
- •Schedule through PSI testing system
- •CRT credential earned with TMC score of 86+
- •RRT eligibility requires TMC score of 92+ plus passing the CSE
- •First 3 retake attempts have no waiting period; 4th+ require 120-day wait
- •Major change: New single RTE exam replaces TMC+CSE starting January 2027
CRT/RRT Quick Facts
Time to Get Licensed
4-8 weeks after completing RT program
From start to license in hand
Retake Policy
First 3 attempts: no waiting period. 4th+ attempts: 120-day minimum wait. Unlimited total attempts.
Total Cost Breakdown
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What You'll Study
6 chapters covering everything you need to pass
Introduction: NBRC TMC Exam Overview
4 sections
Chapter 1: Patient Data Evaluation
4 sections
Chapter 2: Airway Management & Oxygen Therapy
4 sections
Chapter 3: Mechanical Ventilation
4 sections
Chapter 4: Pharmacology & Equipment
3 sections
Chapter 5: Infection Control, Ethics & Professional Practice
3 sections
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CRT/RRT Exam Details
Certified/Registered Respiratory Therapist (TMC Exam)
Administered by NBRC (National Board for Respiratory Care)
Exam Content Breakdown
Based on the official NBRC (National Board for Respiratory Care) content outline
Patient assessment, ABG interpretation, PFTs, hemodynamic monitoring, lab values
Equipment troubleshooting, ventilator alarms, sterilization, PPE, VAP prevention
Mechanical ventilation, oxygen therapy, airway management, pharmacology, CPR/ACLS
What's Included
6 Chapters
Complete exam coverage
Practice Quizzes
With detailed explanations
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What's Next After the CRT/RRT?
After passing the CRT/RRT, you can pursue these career paths
ACCS (Adult Critical Care)
NBRC specialty credential
NPS (Neonatal/Pediatric)
NBRC specialty credential
SDS (Sleep Disorders)
NBRC specialty credential
CRT/RRT Exam FAQ
Official NBRC (National Board for Respiratory Care) Resources
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