Respiratory Care Practitioner License in Illinois
Quick Answer
To obtain a Respiratory Care Practitioner in Illinois, review the requirements from Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation.
Requirements
Respiratory Care Practitioner license in Illinois
Respiratory Care Practitioner Salary in Illinois
Entry Level
$102,280
Median
$128,620
Experienced
$158,680
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 Illinois.
- 1
Submit Your Application
File your application with the licensing agency.
- 2
Receive Your License
Processing times vary. Check with your state licensing board for current timelines.
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