Registration and Fees
Online registration is now closed.
If you wish to register for one of the pre-courses, please call AARC Customer Service at 972-243-2272 for availability.
Please register on-site for the Congress at the Anaheim Convention Center.
Friday, Nov 15 | 10 am – 6 pm |
Saturday, Nov 16 | 7 am – 4 pm |
Sunday, Nov 17 | 7:30 am – 4 pm |
Monday, Nov 18 | 8 am – 4 pm |
Tuesday, Nov 19 | 8 am – 10 am (Registration only) 8 am – 3 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 student rate. Non-member students must register on-site and show proof of current enrollment.
- 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 October 25. A processing fee of 25% or $50, whichever is less, will be deducted from the refund. No refunds will be made after October 25.
- No soliciting from exhibitors or attendees is permitted without AARC permission.
Three Ways to Register
Register now and save with early registration fees.
Online Registration
Register online by clicking the highlighted links if paying by credit card.
Faxed or Mailed Registrations
Print the Registration Form with Adobe Reader and mail or fax it to the AARC. Instructions are on the form.
Congress (4-day)
Membership Status | By Sept 27 | After Sept 27 and On-Site |
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AARC Member | $390 | $415 |
Student AARC member | $170 | $180 |
Non-Member Student* | Not available | $235 (Must register on-site) |
Non-Member* | $530 | $540 |
Spouse | Not available | $50 (must register on-site) |
*Fee includes a 1 year AARC membership.
Congress (Daily fees; Register on-site only)
Membership Status | Saturday, Sunday, Monday | Tuesday |
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AARC Member | $210 | $125 |
Student AARC member | $90 | $55 |
Non-Member Student | $140 | $105 |
Non-Member | $300 | $175 |
Spouse | Not available | $50 (must register on-site) |
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.
Congress Day Tripper Packages
Cost-saving group rates are available for AARC members, nonmembers and students.
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Plan A—Group Package
$625 for 4 one-day prepaid vouchers
Equates to $156.25 per day, a savings of about 25% from the daily full-day rate for AARC members. -
Plan B—Student Group Package
$250 for 4 one-day prepaid student vouchers
Equates to $62.50 per day, a savings of about 30% from the normal daily full day rate for students.
See complete details and purchasing instructions for Day Tripper packages.
Pre-Course #1—RC and the Trauma Patient
Friday, Nov. 15, 2013 • 8:00 am – 5:00 pm
AARC Member | Non-Member | |
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By Sept 27 | ||
Course Only | $190 | $305* |
With Congress Reg | $90 | $90 |
Sept 28–Oct 25 | ||
Course Only | $225 | $340* |
With Congress Reg | $115 | $115 |
Pre-Course #2—Tobacco Intervention and Cessation Aids
Friday, Nov. 15, 2013 • 8:00 am – 5:00 pm
AARC Member | Non-Member | |
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By Sept 27 | ||
Course Only | $190 | $305* |
With Congress Reg | $90 | $90 |
Sept 28–Oct 25 | ||
Course Only | $225 | $340* |
With Congress Reg | $115 | $115 |
Pre-Course #3—Patient Safety & the Respiratory Therapist
Friday, Nov. 15, 2013 • 1:00 pm – 5:05 pm
AARC Member | Non-Member | |
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By Sept 27 | ||
Course Only | $100 | $150* |
With Congress Reg | $50 | $50 |
Sept 28–Oct 25 | ||
Course Only | $125 | $200* |
With Congress Reg | $65 | $65 |
Pre-Course #4—Preparing for a Pandemic: The Strategic National Stockpile Mechanical Ventilators Workshop
Friday, Nov. 15, 2013 • This 3-hour workshop will be offered twice: 8:00 am – 11:00 am and 1:00 pm – 4:00 pm. Congress registration is not required. No course registration fee is required but you must pre-register.
Receipts
A receipt for your registration fee(s) will be sent to you prior to your departure for Anaheim. Present this receipt on-site to receive your name badge and your registration packet(s).
On-Site Registration Hours
Friday, November 15 | 10 am – 6 pm |
Saturday, November 16 | 7 am – 4 pm |
Sunday, November 17 | 7:30 am – 4pm |
Monday, November 18 | 8 am – 4 pm |
Tuesday, November 19 | 8 am – 10 am 8 am – 3 pm—CRCE Assistance Available |
You can fill out the Registration Form and bring it with you for on-site registration.