​​​​​​​​​​ ​​​​Now Live: Easier Online License Applications!

LicensE, our new, online, self-guided occupational license application platform is now live! The list of licenses available via LicensE plus user guides and other resources are available on the LicensE Customer Information​ page. Anyone applying for an initial license for any of the credentials listed can apply at license.wi.gov.

LicensE is for new, initial applications only. To renew your license, click HERE.

We are introducing a new LicensE Application Status Lookup tool. This tool will make it easier for employers to track the application status of current and future employees, and it will help academic advisors support students during the license application process. To access the Application Status Lookup tool, individuals will need an applicant's 10-digit PAR number. An applicant may provide the number to anyone who could support their application.  For more information, see our press release. ​

​License Informa​tion

Per Wis. Stat. § 440.08 (2), the required renewal ​​date for the Respiratory Care Practitioner credential is 06/30/even years.​ Should you receive your initial credential in the months leading up to this date, you are still required to renew your license by the statutorily defined date.​

An applicant for permanent certification may apply for a temporary certificate at the same time but must pay both fees and meet the following conditions:

• Individual Licensed in Another State Temporar​y Certificate
• Be a graduate of an approved school and passed the national ​certification examination.
• Passed the Wisconsin statute and rules examination and is not required to take an oral examination.
• Pass required examinations.
• Board review of application (if applicable) for determination to grant credential.
  

Pre-Credential Education Information

Graduate from a school with a course of instruction in respiratory care approved by the Commission on Accreditation for Respiratory Care (CoARC) or the Joint Review Committee for Respiratory Care (JRCRC).

Certification by National Board for Respiratory Care.

Application for Licensure

Renewal Information

Requirements

• FEE (See Renewal Dates and Fees)
• If your legal status as a qualified alien or nonimmigrant lawfully present in the United States has changed since the issuance of your credential or your last renewal, please contact the Wisconsin Department of Safety and Professional Services at (608) 266-2112 or dsps@wisconsin.gov.
  

Renewal Methods

• Online Log In: License Renewal Online
• Request a Paper Renewal Form: (608) 266-2112
  
  

Wisconsin Act 210 (effective June 1, 2012)

This Act extends the license of a service member if the license expires while they are on active duty from 90 days to 180 days from the date of discharge. The same applies to a spouse of a service member if the spouse does not practice under their license while the service member is on active duty and does not practice because the service member is on active duty.

This Act repeals a provision of prior law that required a service member to meet all of the requirements for license extension or renewal, except for continuing education requirements, in order to have the license extended.

Service members and spouses may request extensions of licenses beyond 180 days from discharge and may request a waiver or extension of time to complete continuing education requirements due to hardship. Please view Active Duty/Discharge Renewal Extension Form #R210.