Radiologic Technologist / Montana
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Montana Radiologic Technologist License Requirements

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What the state board actually requires: fees, renewal cycle, and requirements from official records.

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

What the Montana data shows for Radiologic Technologists

Montana sets the entry bar for radiologic technologists at 2,330 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 Montana's licensing regime, which classifies the training track as "Associate Degree".

Upfront cost is $201, with renewal running $164 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

D
Licensing Ease Score
41/100
Radiologic Technologist · Montana

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
2,330 hours
Documented education/training hours required
Initial Fee F
$201
One-time application/license fee
Renewal Burden F
$82/yr
$164 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 Montana

Education / Training Hours
Associate Degree
2,330 hours
Exam Requirement
ARRT Examination
Required
Initial License Fee
$201
Renewal Fee
$164
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 Montana licensing authorities before making career decisions.

Frequently Asked Questions

What license do I need for Radiologic Technologist in Montana? ▼
Montana requires 2330 education/training hours, passing an exam (ARRT Examination), and an initial fee of $201. A criminal background check is also required.
How do I get certified as a Radiologic Technologist in Montana? ▼
Montana licenses radiologic technologists who complete its requirements (2330 education hours) and a passing exam. Verify the latest details with the Montana licensing board.
Can I transfer my Radiologic Technologist license to Montana 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 Montana licensing board can confirm the current rules for your credential.
Does Montana require a background check for Radiologic Technologist licensing? ▼
Montana does require a background check before issuing a radiologic technologist license. What counts as disqualifying, and how it's reviewed, is up to the state licensing board.
What are the continuing education requirements for Radiologic Technologist in Montana? ▼
Licensed radiologic technologists in Montana must complete 24 hours of continuing education every 2 years. The renewal fee is $164.

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What to do with this radiologic technologist license

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

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

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