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Become a Certified Hyperbaric Technologist (CHT)
Hyperbaric oxygen programs depend on trained technologists who understand physics, physiology, emergency procedures, and documentation. The industry-recognized credential for multiplace and monoplace chamber operation is the Certified Hyperbaric Technologist (CHT) pathway overseen by the National Board of Diving & Hyperbaric Medical Technology (NBDHMT). HBOTT promotes the same rigor: Treatment + Therapy at clinically appropriate pressures — not vague “wellness oxygen.”
What CHT preparation usually includes
Formal coursework
Anatomy, indications, contraindications, gas laws, chamber systems, and patient monitoring — aligned with UHMS training expectations for hyperbaric facilities.
Clinical hours
Supervised time in accredited or physician-directed programs. Requirements evolve; verify current NBDHMT applicant criteria before you enroll anywhere.
Exam & maintenance
Pass the CHT examination and meet continuing-education rules to keep the credential. Employers and insurers often require active CHT status.
How HBOTT fits your career
- HBOTT.com lists clinics that operate at 1.5+ ATA Treatment + Therapy standards — employers hiring CHTs often want that clinical clarity.
- Use the national directory to explore employers, then confirm each site’s training mentor, medical director, and credentialing with the clinic directly.
- Attorney and physician verticals on HBOTT mean technologists who understand documentation and lien/Letter-of-Protection workflows add outsized value.
Important clarification
HBOTT.com does not issue the CHT credential. Certification is awarded by the NBDHMT after you meet their eligibility rules and pass the exam. This page is educational — always verify tuition, accreditation, and hour requirements with your chosen training provider and the board directly.