Registration and Fees
Online registration is now closed.
If you wish to register for the Hospital Readmissions Course or the Mechanical Ventilation Course, please call AARC Customer Service at 972-243-2272 for availability.
Please register on-site for the Congress at the Tampa Convention Center.
| Friday, Nov 4 | 10 am – 6 pm |
| Saturday, Nov 5 | 7 am – 4 pm |
| Sunday, Nov 6 | 7:30 am – 4 pm |
| Monday, Nov 7 | 8 am – 4 pm |
| Tuesday, Nov 8 | 8 am – 12 noon (Registration only) 8 am – 6 pm CRCE assistance available |
Registration Policies
- American Express, MasterCard, and VISA are the only credit cards accepted.
- Members who have paid the current year’s dues and are in good standing or whose applications are in process will be admitted at the member rate.
- Members registering on-site will be required to present their current membership card. Any person who does not present a current membership card must register at the non-member rate.
- All students will be required to pay a registration fee. AARC members with student status can register at the student rate. Students who are not members of the AARC are required to pay the non-member rate.
- An active member is not permitted to register as an exhibitor or to assist in a booth unless he/she is an employee of the exhibiting firm.
- Spouses may register for the Congress on-site only. Any logical proof indicating that the person is a member’s spouse will be accepted.
- Advance registration fees must be prepaid. No invoice will be issued. An acknowledgement will be made of the fee paid.
- Refund requests must be in writing and must be received by Friday, October 14, 2011. A fee of 35% will be deducted from the refund to cover processing. No refunds will be made after October 14.
- No soliciting from exhibitors and attendees is permitted without AARC permission.
Registration Fees
Congress (4-day)
| Membership Status | By April 29 | By Sept 30 | After Sept 30 and on-site |
|---|---|---|---|
| Active Member | $350 | $370 | $395 |
| Associate Member | $350 | $370 | $395 |
| Student Member | $160 | $160 | $170 |
| Non-Member Student* | $210 | $210 | $220 |
| Non-Member* | $470 | $500 | $515 |
| Spouse | Not available |
Not available |
$40 (must register on-site) |
| Exhibitor** | $240 | $260 | $270 |
Congress (Daily)
| Register on-site only | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Active Member | $205 | ||
| Associate Member | $205 | ||
| Student Member | $80 | ||
| Non-Member Student | $135 | ||
| Non-Member | $285 | ||
| Spouse | Not available |
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| Exhibitor** | $165 | ||
*Fee includes a 1 year AARC membership.
** Exhibiting companies may register at no charge six (6) representatives for each 10-ft. booth. Additional representatives may register at the specified fees. Exhibitor spouses may register on-site only for the same fee as a member’s spouse ($40).
Active Duty Military
We have a special offer for all health care professionals, not just respiratory therapists, on active duty in all branches of the US armed forces, as well as military reservists recalled to active duty. See details.
Pre-Congress Course #1
Hospital Readmissions: The Global Impact on Respiratory Therapy
Friday, November 4, 2011
Course capacity is limited. Pre-registration is required. Deadline: October 14. You must attend the entire course to receive CRCE credit; no partial credit will be given. The Hospital Readmissions Symposium and the Mechanical Ventilation Course run concurrently. You may register for only one.
| By September 30 | AARC Member | Non-member |
|---|---|---|
| With Congress Registration | $80 | $125* |
| Without Congress Registration | $190 | $300* |
| October 1–October 14 | AARC Member | Non-member |
| With Congress Registration | $110 | $155* |
| Without Congress Registration | $220 | $330* |
*You may become an AARC Member prior to registering. If you opt to pay the non-member fee, you are entitled to a complimentary 12-month AARC membership.
Pre-Congress Course #2
Mechanical Ventilation 2011
Friday, November 4, 2011
Course capacity is limited. Pre-registration is required. Deadline: October 14. You must attend the entire course to receive CRCE credit; no partial credit will be given. The Mechanical Ventilation Course and the Hospital Readmissions Symposium run concurrently. You may register for only one.
| By September 30 | AARC Member | Non-member |
|---|---|---|
| With Congress Registration | $80 | $125* |
| Without Congress Registration | $190 | $300* |
| October 1–October 14 | AARC Member | Non-member |
| With Congress Registration | $110 | $155* |
| Without Congress Registration | $220 | $330* |
*You may become an AARC Member prior to registering. If you opt to pay the non-member fee, you are entitled to a complimentary 12-month AARC membership.
Three Ways to Register
Online Registration
Online registration is closed. See above for further instructions.
Faxed or Mailed Registrations
Print the Registration Form with Adobe Reader and mail or fax it to the AARC. Instructions are on the form.
Receipts
A receipt for your registration fee(s) will be sent to you prior to your departure for Tampa. Present this receipt on-site to receive your name badge and your registration packet(s).
On-Site Registration Hours
| Friday, November 4 | 10 am – 6 pm |
| Saturday, November 5 | 7 am – 4 pm |
| Sunday, November 6 | 7:30 am – 4pm |
| Monday, November 7 | 8 am – 4 pm |
| Tuesday, November 8 | 8 am – 12 noon 8 am – 6 pm CRCE Assistance Available |
You can fill out the Registration Form and bring it with you for on-site registration.