Clinical Scorecard: AARC Annual Report for the Year 2025
At a Glance
Category
Detail
Condition
Respiratory Care
Key Mechanisms
Engaging, Elevating, Advocating, and Educating for respiratory therapists
Target Population
Respiratory therapists and their communities of interest
Care Setting
Professional association activities and educational initiatives
Key Highlights
Membership approached 40,000 with an 8.6% increase in student membership
All-time attendance records established at AARC Congress and Summer Forum
Over 788,000 visits recorded on AARC platforms, a 4.6% increase
Launched new mobile app for member engagement
Established AARC Advanced RT Fund with $250,000 for educational programs
Guideline-Based Recommendations
Diagnosis
Management
Three new Clinical Practice Guidelines scheduled: Patient Ventilator Assessment II, Spontaneous Breathing Trials II, Non-Invasive Ventilation
Monitoring & Follow-up
Guidance development underway for adult aerosol therapy, airway clearance, end-tidal CO2 monitoring, and transitioning oxygen therapy from hospital to home
Risks
Patient & Prescribing Data
Patients requiring respiratory care services
Advocacy for legislation to expand access to liquid oxygen and respiratory therapists
Clinical Best Practices
Monthly live webinars and Leadership Grand Rounds for continuing education
Apex Recognition Program for respiratory care departments
Collaboration with HOSA to connect RTs with students and career opportunities
