Radiologic Technologist / Georgia
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Georgia Radiologic Technologist License Requirements

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Requirements, fees, and renewal timing for this license, sourced from state board records.

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Performs diagnostic imaging including X-rays, CT, and MRI.

What the Georgia data shows for Radiologic Technologists

Georgia sets the entry bar for radiologic technologists at 2,122 training hours and a passing score on ARRT Examination. A background check is a standard part of the process, and applicants must be 18 or older. The credential is administered under Georgia's licensing regime, which classifies the training track as "Associate Degree".

Budget $142 to get started, plus $119 at each renewal on a 2-year cycle. Maintaining the license requires 24 hours of continuing education per 2-year cycle, an ongoing cost applicants often underestimate when budgeting the career.

For radiologic technologists, the reciprocity picture is: ARRT certification recognized in most states.

Licensing Ease Score

D
Licensing Ease Score
47/100
Radiologic Technologist · Georgia

A higher score means this specific license is LESS burdensome to obtain and maintain here than the national requirement corpus, based on education hours, fees, continuing education, and experience requirements, not an overall judgment of the profession or the state.

Education & Training F
2,122 hours
Documented education/training hours required
Initial Fee F
$142
One-time application/license fee
Renewal Burden D
$60/yr
$119 every 2 years
Continuing Education C-
12.0 hrs/yr
24 hours every 2 years
Experience Required A+
None required
Supervised work experience required before licensure

Licensing Requirements in Georgia

Education / Training Hours
Associate Degree
2,122 hours
Exam Requirement
ARRT Examination
Required
Initial License Fee
$142
Renewal Fee
$119
Renewal Cycle
Every 2 years
Continuing Education
24 hrs/cycle
Criminal History Check
Required
Minimum Age
18 years

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Data sources: NCSL Occupational Licensing Database, Institute for Justice, state licensing boards. Verify current requirements with Georgia licensing authorities before making career decisions.

Frequently Asked Questions

What license do I need for Radiologic Technologist in Georgia? ▼
Georgia's requirements cover 2122 hours of education or training, the ARRT Examination exam, and an initial fee of $142. Applicants also go through a criminal background check.
How do I get certified as a Radiologic Technologist in Georgia? ▼
Georgia licenses radiologic technologists who complete its requirements (2122 education hours) and a passing exam. Verify the latest details with the Georgia licensing board.
Can I transfer my Radiologic Technologist license to Georgia from another state? ▼
Here's how reciprocity typically plays out for radiologic technologists: ARRT certification recognized in most states. Many occupations are additionally covered by interstate licensing compacts that ease cross-state moves. Check with the Georgia licensing board for how this applies to you.
Does Georgia require a background check for Radiologic Technologist licensing? ▼
Yes, Georgia requires a criminal background check as part of the radiologic technologist licensing process. Disqualifying offenses and review criteria are determined by the state licensing board.
What are the continuing education requirements for Radiologic Technologist in Georgia? ▼
Georgia ties continued radiologic technologist licensure to 24 continuing-education hours, due every 2 years, alongside a $119 renewal fee.

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What to do with this radiologic technologist license

Radiologic Technologist in Georgia, with a documented reciprocity path, is one requirement row in a radiologic technologist-wide, 50-state comparison.

  • See how Georgia's radiologic technologist requirements compare to every other state before relocating. Radiologic Technologist in every state
  • Confirm whether your out-of-state radiologic technologist license transfers under an interstate compact before starting a new application. Reciprocity guide
  • See how Georgia's overall licensing burden compares to other states, not just this one profession. Georgia overview

Requirements shown are compiled from NCSL and Institute for Justice research; verify current rules with the Georgia licensing board before making career decisions.

Source: NCSL Occupational Licensing Database, Institute for Justice License to Work (3rd Ed.), state licensing board websites

According to the National Conference of State Legislatures and the Institute for Justice, the PlainCredential comparison corpus (current as of May 15, 2026) maps 4,947 state licensing requirement records; see the methodology.

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