Minimum Qualifications. Graduation from an approved school of Respiratory Therapy, or completion of the associate degree equivalency, and successful passage of the National Board of Respiratory Care (NBRC) exam. . LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS OR CERTIFICATIONS. Required. Certified Respiratory Therapist (CRT) or Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT). Must maintain credentials with the NBRC as well as licensure as a Respiratory Care Practitioner (RCP) ...