Radiologic Technologist / Maine
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Maine Radiologic Technologist License Requirements

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Official regulator records behind the requirements, fees, and renewal cycle for this license.

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

What the Maine data shows for Radiologic Technologists

To practice as a radiologic technologist in Maine, the state licensing board requires 1,819 documented education or training hours, a passing score on ARRT Examination. A criminal history background check is also part of the application. Applicants must be at least 18 years old. The regulation sits under Maine's professional licensing framework, which classifies the training track as "Associate Degree".

Budget $55 to get started, plus $54 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.

On reciprocity, radiologic technologists should know: ARRT certification recognized in most states.

Licensing Ease Score

C+
Licensing Ease Score
64/100
Radiologic Technologist · Maine

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
1,819 hours
Documented education/training hours required
Initial Fee A
$55
One-time application/license fee
Renewal Burden B+
$27/yr
$54 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 Maine

Education / Training Hours
Associate Degree
1,819 hours
Exam Requirement
ARRT Examination
Required
Initial License Fee
$55
Renewal Fee
$54
Renewal Cycle
Every 2 years
Continuing Education
24 hrs/cycle
Criminal History Check
Required
Minimum Age
18 years

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Compare all states for Radiologic Technologist All Maine licenses
Data sources: NCSL Occupational Licensing Database, Institute for Justice, state licensing boards. Verify current requirements with Maine licensing authorities before making career decisions.

Frequently Asked Questions

What license do I need for Radiologic Technologist in Maine? ▼
Maine requires 1819 education/training hours, passing an exam (ARRT Examination), and an initial fee of $55. A criminal background check is also required.
How do I get certified as a Radiologic Technologist in Maine? ▼
Certification as a radiologic technologist in Maine means clearing the state's checklist: 1819 hours of education, and a passing exam score. The Maine licensing board can confirm the current details.
Can I transfer my Radiologic Technologist license to Maine from another state? ▼
Radiologic Technologist licenses generally reciprocate as follows: ARRT certification recognized in most states. Interstate licensing compacts cover many professions and can further ease a move between states. The Maine licensing board can confirm the current rules for your credential.
Does Maine require a background check for Radiologic Technologist licensing? ▼
Yes, Maine 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 Maine? ▼
To stay licensed as a radiologic technologist in Maine, plan on 24 hours of continuing education per 2-year renewal cycle; renewal itself runs $54.

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What to do with this radiologic technologist license

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

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

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