Radiologic Technologist / Nebraska
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Nebraska 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 Nebraska data shows for Radiologic Technologists

Nebraska sets the entry bar for radiologic technologists at 1,914 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 Nebraska's licensing regime, which classifies the training track as "Associate Degree".

The initial price tag is $82, and renewal costs $74 every 2 years. The license also carries an ongoing 24-hour continuing-education requirement per 2-year cycle that adds to the true cost of staying licensed.

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

Licensing Ease Score

C
Licensing Ease Score
59/100
Radiologic Technologist · Nebraska

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
1,914 hours
Documented education/training hours required
Initial Fee B-
$82
One-time application/license fee
Renewal Burden B-
$37/yr
$74 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 Nebraska

Education / Training Hours
Associate Degree
1,914 hours
Exam Requirement
ARRT Examination
Required
Initial License Fee
$82
Renewal Fee
$74
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 Nebraska licensing authorities before making career decisions.

Frequently Asked Questions

What license do I need for Radiologic Technologist in Nebraska? ▼
In Nebraska, the license path calls for 1914 education/training hours, a passing score on ARRT Examination, and a $82 initial fee. A criminal background check is required as well.
How do I get certified as a Radiologic Technologist in Nebraska? ▼
Certification as a radiologic technologist in Nebraska means clearing the state's checklist: 1914 hours of education, and a passing exam score. The Nebraska licensing board can confirm the current details.
Can I transfer my Radiologic Technologist license to Nebraska 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 Nebraska licensing board to confirm how it applies to your specific credential.
Does Nebraska require a background check for Radiologic Technologist licensing? ▼
Nebraska 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 Nebraska? ▼
Licensed radiologic technologists in Nebraska must complete 24 hours of continuing education every 2 years. The renewal fee is $74.

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What to do with this radiologic technologist license

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

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

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