MEMBERSHIP
Advance Your Respiratory Career
Join the voice of Respiratory Care in Illinois. One membership connects you to the ISRC and the AARC.
Why Join the AARC and ISRC?
Whether you’re just starting out in respiratory care or have years of experience, membership in the Illinois Society for Respiratory Care brings lasting value.
Early in your career? Gain access to education, training, and insights that accelerate your growth.
Already practicing? Stay current with continuing education, connect at events, and build lasting professional relationships.
Membership shows your commitment to professional excellence. You’ll earn respect, grow your network, and find motivation in a community of like-minded professionals who are shaping the future of healthcare.
Join today and build a strong foundation for personal and professional success.
Dual Membership Value
Did you know?
When you join the American Association for Respiratory Care (AARC), you automatically become a member of the ISRC.
You get the national advocacy and resources of the AARC, plus the local networking, events, and support of your Illinois state society.
Membership Benefits
As a member of ISRC, enjoy exclusive access to resources and opportunities designed to support RTs at every career stage.
🎓 Continuing Education & CRCE Access
Free or discounted CRCE courses available to members, with tracking and transcript features.
🤝 Professional Networking & Community
Connect with peers through our online platform, chapter events, and statewide meetings. Find mentors and future employers.
📅 Events & Conferences
Discounted rates and priority access to spring, fall, and virtual events.
🌟 Leadership & Volunteer Opportunities
Serve on committees, lead initiatives, and shape RT advocacy efforts across Illinois.
📢 Advocacy & Representation
Stay informed about legislative efforts and policy changes that affect respiratory care in Springfield and Washington, D.C.
💼 Career & Job Resources
Access job boards, career development tools, and mentorship resources designed specifically for Respiratory Therapists.
💲 Member Discounts & Savings
Preferential pricing on exam fees, event registration, and select member services.
What Your Membership Made Possible
Membership dues fund real work for every respiratory therapist in Illinois. This past year, ISRC and AARC members made it possible to:
🏛️ Protected Your License
Updated key language in the Illinois Respiratory Care Practice Act during its 2025 sunset review.
🇺🇸 Advocated in Washington
Sent two PACT members to Washington, D.C., to advocate for the SOAR Act with Congress.
🎤 State Conference
Hosted the annual in-person ISRC State Conference with a full vendor hall at a new venue in Downers Grove.
📍 Statewide Education
Hosted conferences for all six of Illinois’ chapters across the state.
🏆 Sputum Bowl
Sent our winning teams to AARC Congress in 2025 and 2026, expenses paid, to represent Illinois.
🤲 Disaster Relief
Contributed $1,000 to the AARC Disaster Relief Fund to support colleagues in need.
🎓 Future RTs
Helped judge the Illinois HOSA competition, introducing students to respiratory care.
🥇 2026 HOD Summit Award
Honored for outstanding contributions to the respiratory care profession.
Where We’re Headed, and Why We Need You
🩺 Advanced Practice RT
Establishing the Advanced Practice Respiratory Therapist (APRT) role in Illinois.
🗺️ Compact Licensure
Making it easier to practice across state lines.
📜 RRT for Entry to Practice
Advancing the RRT as the minimum entry requirement.
📣 Respect for the Profession
Raising awareness of respiratory therapists among employers, legislators, and the public.
Advocacy carries weight in proportion to the number of professionals behind it. Every new member strengthens our voice.
Ready to Invest in Your Future?
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