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RESPIRATORY THERAPIST License in Massachusetts

Quick Answer

To obtain a RESPIRATORY THERAPIST in Massachusetts, review the requirements from Board of Registration in Respiratory Care.

Background Check
Required

Requirements

RESPIRATORY THERAPIST license in Massachusetts

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Education
Degree required
Exam
Third-party exam required
Background Check
No criminal record prohibitions
Continuing Education
Continuing education required to maintain license
Veterans Benefits
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Licensing Agency

Board of Registration in Respiratory Care

RESPIRATORY THERAPIST Salary in Massachusetts

Entry Level

$74,200

Median

$96,940

Experienced

$118,950

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 THERAPIST in Massachusetts.

  1. 1

    Complete Education Requirements

    Degree required

  2. 2

    Submit Background Check

    No criminal record prohibitions

  3. 3

    Pass the Required Exam

    Third-party exam required

  4. 4

    Submit Your Application

    File your application with the licensing agency.

  5. 5

    Receive Your License

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

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Data from CareerOneStop (DOLETA/DEED). Last updated: February 14, 2026.