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RRT Academy
The only NBRC prep platform with a physics-based ventilator simulator, AI clinical shift simulation, structured AI tutor responses, full ABG interpreter, and an adaptive question bank — all in one place.
250+
NBRC Questions
12+
Learning Modules
16
Ventilator Profiles
140Q
Mock Exam Length
How It Works
Get started in 3 steps
Create your account
Sign up with email. Your profile syncs progress across all devices.
Sign up free →Set your exam date
Go to Account → set your NBRC exam date. The dashboard countdown and study plan activate immediately.
Set exam date →Start practicing
Begin with Patient Assessment — the largest single block of the exam. After 10+ questions, your readiness score and personalized study plan appear.
Start practicing →Features
Every tool in the platform
Question Bank
CoreAdaptive NBRC practice questions covering all 17 content areas across 3 TMC domains. Full A–D rationales for every answer. Filter by clinical area, cognitive level, patient type, and difficulty.
- 17 content areas (I.A–III.I)
- Recall, Application, and Analysis levels
- Adult, Pediatric, and Neonatal patient types
- Mastery tracking per content area
- 10 free questions/day · unlimited with subscription
Learning Hub
CoreStructured curriculum modules covering every testable NBRC topic. Includes ABG Masterclass, Ventilator Masterclass, Pharmacology reference, and a core formula library with built-in calculators.
- ABG Masterclass (7 cases)
- Vent Masterclass with waveform examples
- 18 core NBRC formulas with built-in calculators
- 36 drugs with mechanism, dose, and indications
- Organized by clinical area
Mock NBRC Exam
SimulationFull-length timed NBRC TMC simulation in real exam format, with a 3-hour countdown. Scored by clinical area with weighted pass probability. Review every question with rationales after submission.
- TMC exam format
- 3-hour countdown timer with urgency alerts
- Question navigator (flag + jump)
- Section-by-section breakdown at results
- Review mode with full rationales
Ventilator Simulator
SimulationReal-time physics-based ventilator simulation. Adjust FiO₂, PEEP, tidal volume, rate, and inspiratory flow — watch ABGs, SpO₂, and waveforms respond in real time. 16 disease profiles from ARDS to BPD.
- Real-time ABG + SpO₂ simulation
- Pressure / flow / volume waveforms
- 16 disease profiles (ARDS, COPD, BPD, etc.)
- Adjustable all major vent parameters
- Immediate physiologic consequence feedback
AI Clinical Shift
SimulationFull hospital workflow simulation. The AI plays ICU attending, bedside RN, and charge RT simultaneously. Receive real pager alerts, make clinical decisions, get scored on each action. Ends with debrief + pearls.
- ICU / NICU / ED scenario types
- Pager system, character speech bubbles
- Real-time vitals & lab panels
- 0–100 clinical performance scoring
- Debrief + NBRC pearl at end of shift
Alarm Trainer
SimulationRandomized ventilator alarm scenarios with step-by-step troubleshooting protocols. Covers high pressure, low pressure, apnea, auto-PEEP, disconnect, and more.
- 10 alarm types including rare presentations
- Step-by-step troubleshooting walkthrough
- Covers causes, assessment, and intervention
- NBRC-testable clinical decision logic
- Repeat until all alarms mastered
AI Clinical Tutor
AIAnthropic Claude powers a clinically-aware tutor grounded in the NBRC content outline. Ask anything — it returns structured clinical cards: ABG interpretations, medication plans, reasoning chains, exam pearls, differential diagnoses.
- Clinical card renderer (no raw Markdown)
- 13 card types: pearl, alert, ABG, vitals, Rx...
- Context-aware of your weak content areas
- Streaming real-time responses
- Session history saved to your account
ABG Calculator
ToolsReal-time ABG interpretation with color-coded value feedback (H/L/N badges per parameter). Automatic primary disorder detection, compensation assessment, P/F ratio with ARDS severity tier, A-a gradient, and step-by-step clinical reasoning.
- Live color feedback as you type
- Primary disorder + compensation accuracy
- P/F ratio: Severe / Moderate / Mild ARDS
- A-a gradient with age-adjusted normal
- Collapsible clinical reasoning steps
Vent Modes Reference
ToolsComplete ventilator mode reference with ICU monitor-style waveform panels. Covers VC, PC, PSV, PRVC/VC+, APRV, SIMV, and CPAP — with Trigger/Limit/Cycle breakdown, PB980 labels, NBRC pearls, and Auto-PEEP warning card.
- 7 modes with pressure/flow/volume traces
- ICU dark monitor waveform display
- PB980 quick reference table
- Vapotherm/HFNC section + ROX index
- Auto-PEEP detection and management
Decision Trees
ToolsInteractive clinical decision flowcharts for common RT scenarios. Guides you through assessment → diagnosis → intervention logic the same way NBRC exam questions test your reasoning.
- Step-by-step branching logic
- NBRC exam question format
- Covers respiratory failure, weaning, ARDS...
- Immediate feedback at each decision point
- Linked to practice questions
Smart Dashboard
ProgressAI-personalized study hub. Shows NBRC readiness score, pass probability, clinical-area breakdowns, study streak, weakest content areas, and daily study plan recommendations — all calculated from your actual practice history.
- Weighted readiness score + pass probability
- Breakdown by clinical area
- Priority Focus: your 3 weakest areas
- Daily study plan (AI-generated)
- Study streak and question count
Achievements & Streaks
ProgressUnlock achievement badges as you hit milestones: first correct answer, 7-day streak, 100 questions answered, area mastery. Study streaks shown on dashboard — daily practice compounds faster than weekend cramming.
- Milestone badges for key achievements
- Daily study streak counter
- Area mastery badges at 75%+
- Displayed on dashboard and profile
- Motivates consistent daily habits
Wholesale subscriptions for RT programs
Give every student in your program access to the full platform at a fraction of the individual price.
Seat-Based Licensing
Buy a block of seats for your program. Each student gets a full individual subscription linked to your institution account.
Student Roster Management
Invite students by email. Track who has joined, remove inactive seats, bulk import via CSV.
Class Analytics
See aggregate mastery by content area for your cohort. Identify at-risk students before exam day.
Faculty Tools
Create assignments, link to specific content areas, set due dates, and publish to enrolled students.
Progress Export
Track student progress across all 17 NBRC content areas. See individual scores, quiz attempts, and time on platform.
Volume Pricing
School Starter (10 seats), School Pro (25 seats), and District (100 seats) plans with significant per-seat savings.
FAQ
Common questions
How many questions are in the question bank?
150+ NBRC-style questions across all 17 content areas (I.A–III.I), with rationales for all answer choices. New questions are added regularly.
Is this just a question bank?
No. RRT Academy includes a question bank, AI tutor, physics-based ventilator simulator, alarm trainer, AI clinical shift simulation, ABG calculator, vent modes reference, 200+ formula calculators, clinical decision trees, and a full learning hub.
How does the AI Tutor work?
The tutor is powered by Claude (Anthropic). It returns structured clinical cards — not raw text. Ask about any NBRC topic and get formatted responses: ABG interpretations, medication plans, differential diagnoses, NBRC exam pearls.
Can I use RRT Academy for my school's program?
Yes. Schools and programs can purchase bulk seat licenses. A school admin portal lets you manage students, view class-wide analytics, and create assignments. Contact us for institutional pricing.
What is Deep Prep Plus?
365 days of full access. Eligible students who do not pass the covered exam receive one additional 90-day extension at no extra charge, subject to the Deep Prep Plus terms. Your 90 days run from your original expiry date or your approval date, whichever is later — review time never shortens your extension. The remedy is additional study time, not a cash refund. The Deep Prep Plus terms page is authoritative.
Is this aligned to the NBRC TMC blueprint?
Yes. All content is mapped to the NBRC TMC 2024 blueprint. Section weights are derived directly from the published item counts and are used in the readiness score calculation.
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