Respiratory License Renewal – Florida

When does my license expire?

Current licenses expire at midnight, Eastern Time, on May 31 of odd-numbered years.

When can I renew my license?

The Florida Board of Respiratory Care (FBRC) will send a reminder to your mailing address on file when it is time to renew. However, it is ultimately the responsibility of the practitioner to ensure the license is renewed.

How do I renew my license?

You may renew online by credit or debit card. You can also renew online, print a copy of your applications summary, and mail it with your cashier’s check or money order.

How many CEUs does Florida require?

Florida requires 24 hours per renewal period.

Florida requires 20 general hours, which can be satisfied by our live, self-directed, or live broadcast courses, 2 hours of medical errors and 2 hours on Laws & Rules, which can be accessed below.

Can I get all of my CEUs online?

You can obtain all of your CEUs online. We offer Real-Time Live Broadcast, Recorded Live Credit Courses, and our Self-Directed (available 24/7) courses. See our Discounts page for special offers (including Unlimited CEUs).

Our Laws & Rules plus Medical Errors courses, available as Self-Directed courses you can take 24/7:

Florida Laws & Rules

Preventing Medical Errors Part One

Preventing Medical Errors Part Two: Devices

Do you report to CE Broker?

Yes, we report all courses taken by Florida RCPs to CE Broker. Please make sure you correctly list your Florida state license when registering to use our website. If your license is expired we will not be able to report your courses. You will need to tell us when your expired license is restored to active status by using the Contact Us form on our website. You may also use this form to list multiple state licenses you possess so that we may report your courses taken to other state boards that utilize CE Broker.

Are your courses approved by both the American Association for Respiratory Care (AARC) and the FBRC?

Our courses are AARC approved and accepted by the FBRC. To see our AARC approvals click here.

How much does my renewal cost?

License renewal is $120. An initial license is $165.

Resource Links

Florida Board of Respiratory Care (FBRC)

FBRC Contact Info

FBRC License Verification

FBRC Renewal Information

Florida Statutes & Administrative Rules

Florida Society for Respiratory Care

The information contained on this page was as accurate as possible at the time it was researched. It is possible that errors exist or that current license requirements have changed. We encourage corrections and comments and will make modifications accordingly. Neither Respiratory Associates nor any other individual or institution, except the person renewing their license, is responsible or liable for any consequences of its use. You are encouraged to read your state licensure requirements from the primary source, e.g. state website. If any of our CEU courses are rejected by your state licensing authority our sole remedy will be a refund.

Back to State CE Requirements

Shopping Cart