Radiologic Technologist / Missouri
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Missouri 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 Missouri data shows for Radiologic Technologists

Missouri's path to radiologic technologist licensure runs through 2,036 hours of approved instruction and a passing score on ARRT Examination, plus a criminal history screening before applicants younger than 18 can be licensed. Missouri folds the credential into its broader occupational licensing statute, which classifies the training track as "Associate Degree".

Upfront cost is $118, with renewal running $101 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

C-
Licensing Ease Score
51/100
Radiologic Technologist · Missouri

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
2,036 hours
Documented education/training hours required
Initial Fee D
$118
One-time application/license fee
Renewal Burden C
$51/yr
$101 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 Missouri

Education / Training Hours
Associate Degree
2,036 hours
Exam Requirement
ARRT Examination
Required
Initial License Fee
$118
Renewal Fee
$101
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 Missouri licensing authorities before making career decisions.

Frequently Asked Questions

What license do I need for Radiologic Technologist in Missouri? ▼
Missouri requires 2036 education/training hours, passing an exam (ARRT Examination), and an initial fee of $118. A criminal background check is also required.
How do I get certified as a Radiologic Technologist in Missouri? ▼
Certification as a radiologic technologist in Missouri means clearing the state's checklist: 2036 hours of education, and a passing exam score. The Missouri licensing board can confirm the current details.
Can I transfer my Radiologic Technologist license to Missouri 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 Missouri licensing board to confirm how it applies to your specific credential.
Does Missouri require a background check for Radiologic Technologist licensing? ▼
Yes, Missouri 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 Missouri? ▼
Missouri ties continued radiologic technologist licensure to 24 continuing-education hours, due every 2 years, alongside a $101 renewal fee.

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What to do with this radiologic technologist license

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

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

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