Radiologic Technologist / South Dakota
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South Dakota 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 South Dakota data shows for Radiologic Technologists

Becoming a licensed radiologic technologist in South Dakota means clearing a defined set of hurdles: 1,857 training hours, a passing score on ARRT Examination, plus a background history check once the applicant turns 18. South Dakota regulators place this credential inside their licensing framework, which classifies the training track as "Associate Degree".

The initial price tag is $66, and renewal costs $62 every 2 years. 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

C+
Licensing Ease Score
62/100
Radiologic Technologist · South Dakota

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
1,857 hours
Documented education/training hours required
Initial Fee A-
$66
One-time application/license fee
Renewal Burden B
$31/yr
$62 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 South Dakota

Education / Training Hours
Associate Degree
1,857 hours
Exam Requirement
ARRT Examination
Required
Initial License Fee
$66
Renewal Fee
$62
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 South Dakota licensing authorities before making career decisions.

Frequently Asked Questions

What license do I need for Radiologic Technologist in South Dakota? ▼
South Dakota's requirements cover 1857 hours of education or training, the ARRT Examination exam, and an initial fee of $66. Applicants also go through a criminal background check.
How do I get certified as a Radiologic Technologist in South Dakota? ▼
South Dakota licenses radiologic technologists who complete its requirements (1857 education hours) and a passing exam. Verify the latest details with the South Dakota licensing board.
Can I transfer my Radiologic Technologist license to South Dakota 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 South Dakota licensing board to confirm how it applies to your specific credential.
Does South Dakota require a background check for Radiologic Technologist licensing? ▼
South Dakota 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 South Dakota? ▼
Licensed radiologic technologists in South Dakota must complete 24 hours of continuing education every 2 years. The renewal fee is $62.

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What to do with this radiologic technologist license

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

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

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