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Respiratory Care Practitioner License in California

Quick Answer

To obtain a Respiratory Care Practitioner in California, review the requirements from Department of Consumer Affairs~Respiratory Care Board of California.

Requirements

Respiratory Care Practitioner license in California

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Licensing Agency

Department of Consumer Affairs~Respiratory Care Board of California

Website 9169992190 Email

Respiratory Care Practitioner Salary in California

Entry Level

$78,150

Median

$102,120

Experienced

$138,000

Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics. Salary data is for informational purposes only.

How to Get Licensed

Step-by-step roadmap to becoming a licensed Respiratory Care Practitioner in California.

  1. 1

    Submit Your Application

    File your application with the licensing agency.

  2. 2

    Receive Your License

    Processing times vary. Check with your state licensing board for current timelines.

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