CPFT Certified Pulmonary Function Technologist Exam Study Guide 2026–2027
CPFT Certified Pulmonary Function Technologist Exam Study Guide 2026–2027
Comprehensive Review, Practice Questions, and Detailed Answer Explanations Aligned with NBRC Certification
By Capra Academy · Published July 22, 2026 · 305 pages
About This Book
Prepare for the NBRC PFT examination with a comprehensive study guide covering spirometry fundamentals, lung volumes, diffusion capacity, quality control, reference equations, and PFT interpretation. Includes 300 practice questions with detailed answer explanations.
What’s Inside
- 300 Practice Questions
- Detailed Answer Explanations
- Spirometry Fundamentals
- Quality Control
- PFT Interpretation
- Test-Taking Strategies
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the CPFT exam?
The CPFT (Certified Pulmonary Function Technologist) credential is earned by passing the NBRC PFT Examination at the low cut score. The same exam awards the RPFT credential at the high cut score.
How many questions are on the CPFT exam?
The PFT exam has 115 multiple-choice questions (100 scored + 15 pretest) with a 2-hour time limit.
How much does the CPFT exam cost?
The PFT exam costs $200 for new applicants and $170 for repeat applicants.
What are the eligibility requirements for the CPFT?
Candidates must be 18+ and meet one of: associate degree from CoARC program, CRT or RRT credential, 62 semester hours of college credit including biology and math, or existing CPFT credential seeking RPFT.
Related Resources
CPFT Resource Hub
Planning Your CPFT Preparation
Who this exam information is for
This page is for candidates considering or actively preparing for the CPFT Certified Pulmonary Function Technologist. Use the linked exam resources to understand the credential, organize preparation, and identify the official requirements that must be confirmed before applying.
What to verify before scheduling
- Current eligibility and application documentation
- Current examination blueprint and domain weights
- Fees, testing windows, identification, and accommodation rules
- Question format, time limit, scoring, and score-report process
- Retake, renewal, and continuing-education policies
A practical study strategy
Begin with the current official content outline. Rank every domain by both blueprint weight and personal confidence, then spend the most time where high weight and low confidence overlap. Use practice questions diagnostically: record the tested domain, why the correct answer is best, why each distractor is weaker, and what source resolves any uncertainty.
Strengths and limitations of this study guide
The Capra Academy guide is designed to combine structured review with practice and answer explanations, making it useful for identifying weak areas and rehearsing exam-style decisions. It is a study aid—not the certifying organization’s candidate handbook, not a guarantee of a passing result, and not a substitute for current official eligibility or policy information. Requirements can change, so follow the official sources linked throughout this resource cluster.