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NBRC RRT — Respiratory Therapist

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NBRC RRT — Respiratory Therapist

National Board for Respiratory Care — Registered Respiratory Therapist

20-question mock60 min63% pass markUnited States

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From practice to the real exam

01
Complete an accredited program
CoARC-accredited associate or bachelor's degree in respiratory therapy.
02
Pass the TMC exam
Therapist Multiple Choice exam first. Score the higher cut to qualify for the Clinical Simulation Exam (CSE).
03
Take the CSE
Clinical Simulation Exam tests information-gathering and decision-making across 22 patient scenarios.
04
Apply for licensure
Most states require RRT credential + state licence. Check state board requirements.
05
Maintain credential
Continuing Competency Program — 30 hours of approved CE every 5 years, or pass a recertification exam.
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Exam blueprint

What this exam covers

5 topics · drawn across your practice and mock
01Patient assessment
20%4 questions
02Mechanical ventilation
20%4 questions
03Pulmonary function
20%4 questions
04Pharmacology
20%4 questions
05Emergency care
20%4 questions
Your study path
Master this exam, topic by topic
Drill one topic at a time. After each session you'll see where you went wrong and can retake until you've got it.
Questions per session
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Frequently asked questions

Is the NBRC RRT — Respiratory Therapist practice test free?

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How many questions are in the NBRC RRT — Respiratory Therapist quiz?

Each NBRC RRT — Respiratory Therapist attempt draws 20 questions and runs for about 180 minutes under realistic timed conditions.

Can I retake the NBRC RRT — Respiratory Therapist test, and are the questions randomised?

Yes. Every attempt pulls a fresh, randomised set of questions, so you can't memorise your way through — you retake it until you genuinely know the material.

What score do I need to pass the NBRC RRT — Respiratory Therapist?

The pass mark used in this simulation is 63%. AceMark scores every attempt instantly and shows which topics to review.