Radiologic Technologist / Rhode Island
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Rhode Island Radiologic Technologist License Requirements

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

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

What the Rhode Island data shows for Radiologic Technologists

Becoming a licensed radiologic technologist in Rhode Island means clearing a defined set of hurdles: 2,320 training hours, a passing score on ARRT Examination, plus a background history check once the applicant turns 18. Rhode Island regulators place this credential inside their licensing framework, which classifies the training track as "Associate Degree".

Upfront cost is $199, with renewal running $161 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.

Reciprocity for this profession works like this: ARRT certification recognized in most states.

Licensing Ease Score

D
Licensing Ease Score
42/100
Radiologic Technologist · Rhode Island

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
2,320 hours
Documented education/training hours required
Initial Fee F
$199
One-time application/license fee
Renewal Burden F
$81/yr
$161 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 Rhode Island

Education / Training Hours
Associate Degree
2,320 hours
Exam Requirement
ARRT Examination
Required
Initial License Fee
$199
Renewal Fee
$161
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 Rhode Island licenses
Data sources: NCSL Occupational Licensing Database, Institute for Justice, state licensing boards. Verify current requirements with Rhode Island licensing authorities before making career decisions.

Frequently Asked Questions

What license do I need for Radiologic Technologist in Rhode Island? ▼
Rhode Island's requirements cover 2320 hours of education or training, the ARRT Examination exam, and an initial fee of $199. Applicants also go through a criminal background check.
How do I get certified as a Radiologic Technologist in Rhode Island? ▼
Rhode Island licenses radiologic technologists who complete its requirements (2320 education hours) and a passing exam. Verify the latest details with the Rhode Island licensing board.
Can I transfer my Radiologic Technologist license to Rhode Island from another state? ▼
Here's how reciprocity typically plays out for radiologic technologists: ARRT certification recognized in most states. Many occupations are additionally covered by interstate licensing compacts that ease cross-state moves. Check with the Rhode Island licensing board for how this applies to you.
Does Rhode Island require a background check for Radiologic Technologist licensing? ▼
A criminal background check is mandatory for radiologic technologist licensing in Rhode Island. The state licensing board sets the disqualifying-offense criteria and review process.
What are the continuing education requirements for Radiologic Technologist in Rhode Island? ▼
Licensed radiologic technologists in Rhode Island must complete 24 hours of continuing education every 2 years. The renewal fee is $161.

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What to do with this radiologic technologist license

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

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

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