Getting back working as a CRT

Several years back I finished California College, then I studied and studied and took the exam (a few times) and it seemed i would always miss it just by a thread of passing. I was so upset then decided to try something new, went and was giving a chance at sleep and have done that for the last 5 years, but I would really like to try to get my CRT. Does anyone know if I can take Kettering Review then try so set for the CRT exam again. thank you!!

Jeff in Franklin, Ohio said: Several years back I finished California College, then I studied and studied and took the exam (a few times) and it seemed i would always miss it just by a thread of passing. I was so upset then decided to try something new, went and was giving a chance at sleep and have done that for the last 5 years, but I would really like to try to get my CRT. Does anyone know if I can take Kettering Review then try so set for the CRT exam again. thank you!!

Hi Jeff, According to the NBRC, If you graduated with an Associate Degree and the Respiratory Therapy Program you attended at California College was Accredited by (CoARC)Committee on Accreditation for Respiratory Care or its predecessor (JRCTE)Joint Review Committee for Respiratory Therapy Educatioon or Accredited by (CAAHEP)Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Program, you may sit for the (CRT)Certified Respiratory Therapist Board Exam. I encourage you to check the NBRC's website at www.nbrc.org to see what other requirements are necessary(apply for CRT exam, pay fees, school transcripts...etc.)in order to sit for your CRT Board Exam. Taking the Kettering Review Seminar is an excellent idea. It will provide you with excellent study materials and help you focus on the areas needed for the Board Exam. Years ago when I attended the seminar, the instructor said he is a (PTT)Professional Test Taker. They actually take the exams to stay informed of any changes so they can help us focus and pass our Board Exams. It worked for me. I passed on my first attempt. I hope this helps. I wish you well. Good journey.

jeff,
i am in the same situation you are in. let me know if you taken the kettering review and how it went. I am thinking of the same thing you are doing. thanks

While I have never personally taken a Kettering Review course (you can do so at a live seminar or by home study) they do get rave reviews and so many therapists have found them extremely helpful.

Good luck to both of you!

Jeff and mc. I'm in same situation too took the exam 5 years ago. The economy now has me wanting to go back in I took test 3 times missed 1,4,3 questions then gave up. I honestly miss the profession I was really proud of my grades and the work I put in at school. I'm looking into various ways to prep for exam and what the NBRC will require of me. Please let me know how your journey goes and any tips or advice from u or ANYONE would be gladly welcomed.

hi kalani.....i am taking the review the 24 th of january and planning to take the test 2 weeks after. let you know it goes keep in touch

do not give up!
i took the CRT exam 4 times. on my second try was only one point to the passing. the 3rd was 5 points.I passed the fourth time on taking it. a classmate of mine took it 6 times before passing.
anyway the Kettering seminar helped me. especially the 'mock tests' that they gave me. the two practice examination REALLY helped. but don't depend on it 'too' much!
It all comes down to how much you recall and deal with the scenarios they give you in the CRT exam.(that's opinion anyway)
good luck!!

Jeff,
Take a writing class and study for the CRT.

I just graduated from IU/CCHS. I ordered the Kettering home study course and in Sept. 08 went to the seminar. I just took the CRT boards this week and passed the first time. I would recommend you doing one or both. I also used the tokens that came from Kettering to take practice test. They were very helpful; they have audios for each question and explain the question and the answers, also why the other options were not correct or why one is better than the other.

I have been trying hard to learn the kettering seminars..and I havent beem able to understand the "Collect and Evaluate Additional Pertinent Clinical Information" section.I am just a few qstns away from passing it.Is there anyone who could guide me on what areas do I need to study for this section and how to prepare for the same..I dont even score 50 % to be honest in the section.Plz recommend any background reading.

I'm just getting into Respiratory Therapy, All the mathmatics they are teaching us, Will we actuaally use it on the floors or do you just put it in the machines and they calculate what your setting should be? I'm getting overwhelmed with all thi math crashing down on me with anatomy too.

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PR Correy in Des Moines, Iowa said: Evidentally you guys need to be Kerry Georges program respiratory is all about the teacher and your brian it's a given learn and you will succeed!

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Melody in Hillsboro, Ohio said: I just graduated from IU/CCHS. I ordered the Kettering home study course and in Sept. 08 went to the seminar. I just took the CRT boards this week and passed the first time. I would recommend you doing one or both. I also used the tokens that came from Kettering to take practice test. They were very helpful; they have audios for each question and explain the question and the answers, also why the other options were not correct or why one is better than the other.

Hi There! I am seriously considering IU but can't find info except the official school website. Can't afford to waste time or money if this program isn't legit or I can't pass registery exams once complete. Any comments from former or present Independence University students appreciated: How hard are the courses? What kind of academic support? Does their technology/website work properly/efficiently? How does the professional respiratory community view IU credentials?
Any sincere comments would be helpful. This is a big investment of time & money. THANKS.

bdc in Detroit, Michigan said: Hi There! I am seriously considering IU but can't find info except the official school website. Can't afford to waste time or money if this program isn't legit or I can't pass registery exams once complete. Any comments from former or present Independence University students appreciated: How hard are the courses? What kind of academic support? Does their technology/website work properly/efficiently? How does the professional respiratory community view IU credentials?
Any sincere comments would be helpful. This is a big investment of time & money. THANKS.

Do not waste your time

bdc in Detroit, Michigan said: Hi There! I am seriously considering IU but can't find info except the official school website. Can't afford to waste time or money if this program isn't legit or I can't pass registery exams once complete. Any comments from former or present Independence University students appreciated: How hard are the courses? What kind of academic support? Does their technology/website work properly/efficiently? How does the professional respiratory community view IU credentials?
Any sincere comments would be helpful. This is a big investment of time & money. THANKS.

I went to IU mainly because I could not afford to quit my full time job. It took me about 3 yrs to complete. I passed my boards for both CRT and RRT on the first time, I finished the program March of this year. I am also working full time as an RRT at a local hospital. Make sure you have a clinical site lined up before you sign up for the program. The program has been around for over 30 yrs. There are several Therapist that I work with that went through the program several years ago. Hope this helps.

I have graduated with a degree in Respiratory Therapy, I have now taken the CRT 4 times I don't know what my problem is, I don't know if it is the fact the I'm 6 months pregnant or not, I am really discouraged and afraid to schedule the test again any suggestions?

I am still about 6 months out from graduation, but have been doing the Lindsey Jones seminar. I have found it very helpful in terms of study for the boards and critical thinking. Good luck!