Radiologic Technologist / Mississippi
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Mississippi 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 Mississippi data shows for Radiologic Technologists

Mississippi's path to radiologic technologist licensure runs through 2,008 hours of approved instruction and a passing score on ARRT Examination, plus a criminal history screening before applicants younger than 18 can be licensed. Mississippi folds the credential into its broader occupational licensing statute, which classifies the training track as "Associate Degree".

Budget $109 to get started, plus $95 at each renewal on a 2-year cycle. Renewal isn't the end of the cost: 24 hours of continuing education are due every 2-year cycle, a recurring time commitment worth planning for.

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

Licensing Ease Score

C-
Licensing Ease Score
52/100
Radiologic Technologist · Mississippi

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
2,008 hours
Documented education/training hours required
Initial Fee D
$109
One-time application/license fee
Renewal Burden C
$48/yr
$95 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 Mississippi

Education / Training Hours
Associate Degree
2,008 hours
Exam Requirement
ARRT Examination
Required
Initial License Fee
$109
Renewal Fee
$95
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 Mississippi licensing authorities before making career decisions.

Frequently Asked Questions

What license do I need for Radiologic Technologist in Mississippi? ▼
Mississippi requires 2008 education/training hours, passing an exam (ARRT Examination), and an initial fee of $109. A criminal background check is also required.
How do I get certified as a Radiologic Technologist in Mississippi? ▼
Mississippi licenses radiologic technologists who complete its requirements (2008 education hours) and a passing exam. Verify the latest details with the Mississippi licensing board.
Can I transfer my Radiologic Technologist license to Mississippi 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 Mississippi licensing board to confirm how it applies to your specific credential.
Does Mississippi require a background check for Radiologic Technologist licensing? ▼
Yes, Mississippi 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 Mississippi? ▼
To stay licensed as a radiologic technologist in Mississippi, plan on 24 hours of continuing education per 2-year renewal cycle; renewal itself runs $95.

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What to do with this radiologic technologist license

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

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

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