Respiratory Therapist in New Hampshire

Requirements, salary data, licensing costs, and career ROI for NH. Updated with 2024 BLS OEWS wage data.

Median annual salary

$83,620

trending_up +3.9% vs. national

BLS OEWS 2024, New Hampshire.

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+12.1%

10-yr job growth

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$545

Licensing fees

schedule

2-4 years

Time to complete

route How to become a respiratory therapist in New Hampshire

To become a licensed Respiratory Therapist in New Hampshire, individuals must complete an associate degree from a CoARC-accredited program and pass the NBRC CRT or RRT exam. The licensing body is the New Hampshire Office of Professional Licensure and Certification - Board of Respiratory Care Practitioners. A criminal history records check is required, and licenses are renewed every two years with 12 continuing education hours, at least half of which must be clinically focused. New Hampshire also offers reciprocity for out-of-state licensees who meet substantially similar requirements.

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10th percentile (entry) $69,740

25th percentile $81,140

50th (median) $83,620

75th percentile $93,160

90th (experienced) $98,790

Source: BLS OEWS 2024 for New Hampshire. Metro-area wages may differ significantly from the state aggregate.

checklist New Hampshire requirements

Licensing body	New Hampshire Office of Professional Licensure and Certification - Board of Respiratory Care Practitioners
State license	Required
Education	Associate degree from a CoARC-accredited program
Exam	NBRC CRT or RRT exam ($375)
Application fee	$170
Renewal	Every 2.0 years
Continuing education	12.0 hours per cycle
Notes	A criminal history records check is required. At least 6 of the 12 continuing education hours must relate directly to the clinical application of respiratory care. New Hampshire does not issue temporary licenses. As of August 27, 2023, New Hampshire has new reciprocity laws where the Office of Professional Licensure and Certification shall issue licenses to professionals who present evidence of an active license in good standing from another jurisdiction, provided that the jurisdiction's licensing requirements are substantially similar to New Hampshire's.

Source: New Hampshire Office of Professional Licensure and Certification - Board of Respiratory Care Practitioners

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10-year growth

+12.1%

Much faster than average

Annual openings

8,800

Nationwide per year

Total employment

139,600

Nationwide

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AI & tech impact

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This career has low exposure to AI automation. Most tasks require physical presence, human judgment, or hands-on skills that AI cannot easily replicate.

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balance Is it worth it?

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Frequently asked questions

What's required to work as a respiratory therapist in New Hampshire? expand_more

The path to respiratory therapist licensure in New Hampshire: complete the required education (Associate degree from a CoARC-accredited program), pass the NBRC CRT or RRT exam, and submit your application ($170 fee).

Does New Hampshire require respiratory therapist licensure? expand_more

New Hampshire mandates state licensure for respiratory therapists. New Hampshire Office of Professional Licensure and Certification - Board of Respiratory Care Practitioners oversees the process, which includes passing the NBRC CRT or RRT exam.

How much does a respiratory therapist make in New Hampshire? expand_more

The median respiratory therapist salary in New Hampshire is $83,620 per year. — within a few percent of the $80,450 national figure. Wages range from $69,740 (10th percentile) up to $98,790 (90th percentile).

How expensive is respiratory therapist licensing in New Hampshire? expand_more

Costs include exam fee ($375) and application fee ($170). The estimated total investment is varies, including education and training.

How quickly can I become a respiratory therapist in New Hampshire? expand_more

The typical timeline in New Hampshire is 2-4 years. This includes completing education, gaining any required experience, and passing the licensing exam.

How many CE hours do respiratory therapists need in New Hampshire? expand_more

New Hampshire requires 12.0 hours of continuing education every 2.0 years to maintain your respiratory therapist license.