RCPs or RRTs or CRTs in Texas

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In the state of Texas can someone tell me the difference between an RCP, RRT and CRT in respiratory care. I'm very confused. Is there a license in the state of Texas for RRT and CRT or is there only RCP? Thanks for your help.

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Nothing is ever simple, is it?

Certified Respiratory Therapy Technicians (CRTT) & Registered Respiratory Therapists (RRT) are both considered Respiratory Care Practitioners (RCPs) -- just like LVNs and RNs are both considered "nurses". CRTT is entry level. Additional education and another exam is required in order to become an RRT. Management & specialty positions are usually limited to RRTs.

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Thanks for taking the time to answer my question. It really help.

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Many years ago in Texas, you could become a CRT with only 1 year of school. After completion of the second year of school, were eligible to sit for the RRT certification. Now, the minimum education required is 2 years for both the CRT & RRT.

You can go to the website for National Board of Respiratory Care (www.nbrc.org). They have answers to all of your questions.

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