Radiologic Technologist / Massachusetts
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Massachusetts 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 Massachusetts data shows for Radiologic Technologists

Becoming a licensed radiologic technologist in Massachusetts means clearing a defined set of hurdles: 2,245 training hours, a passing score on ARRT Examination, plus a background history check once the applicant turns 18. Massachusetts regulators place this credential inside their licensing framework, which classifies the training track as "Associate Degree".

Upfront cost is $177, with renewal running $145 on a 2-year cycle. The license also carries an ongoing 24-hour continuing-education requirement per 2-year cycle that adds to the true cost of staying licensed.

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

Licensing Ease Score

D
Licensing Ease Score
44/100
Radiologic Technologist · Massachusetts

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
2,245 hours
Documented education/training hours required
Initial Fee F
$177
One-time application/license fee
Renewal Burden F
$73/yr
$145 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 Massachusetts

Education / Training Hours
Associate Degree
2,245 hours
Exam Requirement
ARRT Examination
Required
Initial License Fee
$177
Renewal Fee
$145
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 Massachusetts licensing authorities before making career decisions.

Frequently Asked Questions

What license do I need for Radiologic Technologist in Massachusetts? ▼
In Massachusetts, the license path calls for 2245 education/training hours, a passing score on ARRT Examination, and a $177 initial fee. A criminal background check is required as well.
How do I get certified as a Radiologic Technologist in Massachusetts? ▼
Massachusetts licenses radiologic technologists who complete its requirements (2245 education hours) and a passing exam. Verify the latest details with the Massachusetts licensing board.
Can I transfer my Radiologic Technologist license to Massachusetts 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 Massachusetts licensing board to confirm how it applies to your specific credential.
Does Massachusetts require a background check for Radiologic Technologist licensing? ▼
Background screening is part of the radiologic technologist licensing process in Massachusetts. The state licensing board determines which offenses disqualify an applicant and how appeals are handled.
What are the continuing education requirements for Radiologic Technologist in Massachusetts? ▼
Massachusetts ties continued radiologic technologist licensure to 24 continuing-education hours, due every 2 years, alongside a $145 renewal fee.

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What to do with this radiologic technologist license

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

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

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

Read our methodology - how this data is sourced, computed, and verified.