Radiologic Technologist / New Mexico
2026 data New Mexico board official source

New Mexico 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 New Mexico data shows for Radiologic Technologists

New Mexico sets the entry bar for radiologic technologists at 2,339 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 New Mexico's licensing regime, which classifies the training track as "Associate Degree".

Upfront cost is $204, with renewal running $166 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

D
Licensing Ease Score
41/100
Radiologic Technologist · New Mexico

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
2,339 hours
Documented education/training hours required
Initial Fee F
$204
One-time application/license fee
Renewal Burden F
$83/yr
$166 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 New Mexico

Education / Training Hours
Associate Degree
2,339 hours
Exam Requirement
ARRT Examination
Required
Initial License Fee
$204
Renewal Fee
$166
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 New Mexico licenses
Data sources: NCSL Occupational Licensing Database, Institute for Justice, state licensing boards. Verify current requirements with New Mexico licensing authorities before making career decisions.

Frequently Asked Questions

What license do I need for Radiologic Technologist in New Mexico? ▼
New Mexico's requirements cover 2339 hours of education or training, the ARRT Examination exam, and an initial fee of $204. Applicants also go through a criminal background check.
How do I get certified as a Radiologic Technologist in New Mexico? ▼
To become a licensed radiologic technologist in New Mexico, you must meet the state's requirements including 2339 hours of education. You must also pass the required examination. Contact the New Mexico licensing board to verify current requirements.
Can I transfer my Radiologic Technologist license to New Mexico from another state? ▼
Reciprocity for radiologic technologists nationally works like this: ARRT certification recognized in most states. Beyond that baseline, interstate compacts exist for many professions and may smooth a transfer into New Mexico. Verify the specifics with the New Mexico licensing board.
Does New Mexico require a background check for Radiologic Technologist licensing? ▼
Background screening is part of the radiologic technologist licensing process in New Mexico. The state licensing board determines which offenses disqualify an applicant and how appeals are handled.
What are the continuing education requirements for Radiologic Technologist in New Mexico? ▼
Licensed radiologic technologists in New Mexico must complete 24 hours of continuing education every 2 years. The renewal fee is $166.

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What to do with this radiologic technologist license

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

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

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