Radiologic Technologist / Louisiana
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Louisiana Radiologic Technologist License Requirements

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State-board requirements, fees, and renewal cycle drawn from official regulator records.

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

What the Louisiana data shows for Radiologic Technologists

Louisiana sets the entry bar for radiologic technologists at 2,311 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 Louisiana's licensing regime, which classifies the training track as "Associate Degree".

The initial price tag is $196, and renewal costs $159 every 2 years. Maintaining the license requires 24 hours of continuing education per 2-year cycle, an ongoing cost applicants often underestimate when budgeting the career.

Reciprocity for this profession works like this: ARRT certification recognized in most states.

Licensing Ease Score

D
Licensing Ease Score
42/100
Radiologic Technologist · Louisiana

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
2,311 hours
Documented education/training hours required
Initial Fee F
$196
One-time application/license fee
Renewal Burden F
$80/yr
$159 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 Louisiana

Education / Training Hours
Associate Degree
2,311 hours
Exam Requirement
ARRT Examination
Required
Initial License Fee
$196
Renewal Fee
$159
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 Louisiana licensing authorities before making career decisions.

Frequently Asked Questions

What license do I need for Radiologic Technologist in Louisiana? ▼
In Louisiana, the license path calls for 2311 education/training hours, a passing score on ARRT Examination, and a $196 initial fee. A criminal background check is required as well.
How do I get certified as a Radiologic Technologist in Louisiana? ▼
Louisiana licenses radiologic technologists who complete its requirements (2311 education hours) and a passing exam. Verify the latest details with the Louisiana licensing board.
Can I transfer my Radiologic Technologist license to Louisiana from another state? ▼
For radiologic technologists, the reciprocity landscape looks like this: ARRT certification recognized in most states. Many professions are also covered by interstate licensing compacts that facilitate portability between states. Contact the Louisiana licensing board to confirm how it applies to your specific credential.
Does Louisiana require a background check for Radiologic Technologist licensing? ▼
A criminal background check is mandatory for radiologic technologist licensing in Louisiana. The state licensing board sets the disqualifying-offense criteria and review process.
What are the continuing education requirements for Radiologic Technologist in Louisiana? ▼
Louisiana ties continued radiologic technologist licensure to 24 continuing-education hours, due every 2 years, alongside a $159 renewal fee.

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What to do with this radiologic technologist license

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

  • See how Louisiana'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 Louisiana's overall licensing burden compares to other states, not just this one profession. Louisiana overview

Requirements shown are compiled from NCSL and Institute for Justice research; verify current rules with the Louisiana 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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