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Key Facts: RT (CRT/RRT) Exam
160
TMC Total Items
NBRC TMC exam structure
140+20
Scored + Pretest
NBRC TMC exam structure
50/20/70
TMC Scored Domain Split
NBRC TMC detailed content outline (2020-2026)
$190 / $150
TMC Fees
NBRC RRT page
$200
CSE Fee
NBRC RRT page
13%
RT Job Growth 2024-2034
BLS
NBRC's current TMC detailed content outline is effective through December 31, 2026 and uses 160 items (140 scored + 20 pretest) in 3 hours. The scored-content distribution is Patient Data (50), Troubleshooting/Quality Control/Infection Control (20), and Initiation/Modification of Interventions (70). NBRC also posts a transition to a single RT Examination with a January 2027 detailed content outline.
About the RT (CRT/RRT) Exam
The NBRC respiratory therapist pathway uses the Therapist Multiple-Choice (TMC) exam for CRT and RRT eligibility. In 2026 prep cycles, candidates should train heavily on patient data interpretation, device troubleshooting/quality control/infection control, and intervention decisions.
Questions
160 scored questions
Time Limit
3 hours (TMC)
Passing Score
CRT low cut score; RRT eligibility at TMC high cut score
Exam Fee
$190 new / $150 repeat (TMC); $200 (CSE) (NBRC)
RT (CRT/RRT) Exam Content Outline
Patient Data Evaluation and Recommendations
Chart review, bedside assessment, and interpretation of diagnostic data to guide next-step recommendations
Troubleshooting/Quality Control/Infection Control
Device setup checks, alarm troubleshooting, calibration/QC workflows, and infection-prevention procedures
Initiation and Modification of Interventions
Airway, oxygenation/ventilation, pharmacologic gases, and hemodynamic-aware intervention decisions
How to Pass the RT (CRT/RRT) Exam
What You Need to Know
- Passing score: CRT low cut score; RRT eligibility at TMC high cut score
- Exam length: 160 questions
- Time limit: 3 hours (TMC)
- Exam fee: $190 new / $150 repeat (TMC); $200 (CSE)
Keys to Passing
- Complete 500+ practice questions
- Score 80%+ consistently before scheduling
- Focus on highest-weighted sections
- Use our AI tutor for tough concepts
RT (CRT/RRT) Study Tips from Top Performers
Frequently Asked Questions
How is the RT (CRT/RRT) pathway tested in 2026?
NBRC's current pathway uses the TMC for CRT and RRT eligibility decisions, with the CSE used for RRT credential completion under the current structure. The TMC detailed content outline posted by NBRC is effective through December 31, 2026.
How many questions are on the TMC?
NBRC describes the TMC as 160 multiple-choice items in 3 hours, with 140 scored items and 20 pretest items.
What are the major TMC content areas?
NBRC's TMC detailed content outline maps scored items across three areas: Patient Data (50), Troubleshooting/Quality Control/Infection Control (20), and Initiation/Modification of Interventions (70).
What does the exam transition note for 2027?
NBRC publishes an RT detailed content outline effective January 2027 and describes a single RT Examination format for the transition period. Candidates testing near the boundary should confirm the active outline date before scheduling.
What are the current listed fees for TMC and CSE?
NBRC's RRT exam page lists TMC at $190 for new applicants and $150 for repeat applicants, and lists CSE at $200.
How should I study RT practice questions effectively?
Use domain-weighted prep: 1) train intervention items most heavily, 2) drill ABG/imaging/patient-data interpretation daily, 3) run timed mixed sets for pacing, and 4) review rationale patterns by domain after each session.