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

New York Radiologic Technologist License Requirements

Compiled from official public sources by the publisher.

Official regulator records behind the requirements, fees, and renewal cycle for this license.

PlainCredential home → About this data

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

What the New York data shows for Radiologic Technologists

New York's path to radiologic technologist licensure runs through 2,212 hours of approved instruction and a passing score on ARRT Examination, plus a criminal history screening before applicants younger than 18 can be licensed. New York folds the credential into its broader occupational licensing statute, which classifies the training track as "Associate Degree".

Budget $168 to get started, plus $138 at each renewal 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.

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

Licensing Ease Score

D
Licensing Ease Score
44/100
Radiologic Technologist · New York

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
2,212 hours
Documented education/training hours required
Initial Fee F
$168
One-time application/license fee
Renewal Burden D
$69/yr
$138 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 York

Education / Training Hours
Associate Degree
2,212 hours
Exam Requirement
ARRT Examination
Required
Initial License Fee
$168
Renewal Fee
$138
Renewal Cycle
Every 2 years
Continuing Education
24 hrs/cycle
Criminal History Check
Required
Minimum Age
18 years

Compare & Explore

Compare all states for Radiologic Technologist All New York licenses
Data sources: NCSL Occupational Licensing Database, Institute for Justice, state licensing boards. Verify current requirements with New York licensing authorities before making career decisions.

Frequently Asked Questions

What license do I need for Radiologic Technologist in New York? ▼
New York's requirements cover 2212 hours of education or training, the ARRT Examination exam, and an initial fee of $168. Applicants also go through a criminal background check.
How do I get certified as a Radiologic Technologist in New York? ▼
New York licenses radiologic technologists who complete its requirements (2212 education hours) and a passing exam. Verify the latest details with the New York licensing board.
Can I transfer my Radiologic Technologist license to New York 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 New York licensing board can confirm the current rules for your credential.
Does New York require a background check for Radiologic Technologist licensing? ▼
Yes, New York 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 New York? ▼
To stay licensed as a radiologic technologist in New York, plan on 24 hours of continuing education per 2-year renewal cycle; renewal itself runs $138.

Related Guides

What to do with this radiologic technologist license

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

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

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