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Career Advancement & Growth
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• Access to career-building education and development
• Tools to strengthen your resume and long-term trajectory
• Resources for every stage of your respiratory care career

High-Quality Continuing Education
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• Free & low-cost CRCE credits
• On-demand archived webcasts
• Evidence-based learning from national speakers
• Clinical guidelines & specialty education

Advocacy & Representation
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• National advocacy for RT recognition and scope of practice
• Representation in policy, reimbursement, and legislation
• Advocacy for RT inclusion in Medicare Telehealth
• Unified voice protecting the profession

Trusted Professional Resources
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• Respiratory Care Journal – peer-reviewed research
• AARC Times – career guidance & updates
• Toolkits, guidelines, and best practices

Networking & Community
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• Connect with RTs, educators, researchers, and leaders nationwide
• Join specialty sections and interest groups
• Mentorship and peer collaboration opportunities

Financial & Member Discounts
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• $40 NBRC credentialing exam discount
• Discounted Congress and conference registration
• Reduced pricing on educational resources
• Member savings on select professional services

Leadership & Volunteer Opportunities
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• Serve on committees and councils
• Contribute to education, research, and guideline development
• Build recognized leadership experience

Includes ISRC Membership
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• AARC membership automatically includes ISRC
• Illinois advocacy and licensure updates
• Local education, networking, and leadership opportunities
• State-level initiatives impacting RT practice

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AARC Connect

Members are encouraged to take advantage of AARC Connect, an exclusive online community from the American Association for Respiratory Care. This platform offers discussion forums, clinical resources, career insights, and opportunities to connect with respiratory therapists across the country. The Illinois community within AARC Connect features frequent posts tailored to local needs, including conference updates, election notices, and meeting links—making it an especially valuable resource for staying engaged at the state level.