Initial Requirements for Earning ARRT Credentials

Earning ARRT certification and registration is challenging, yet very achievable. It will take time and commitment—but your hard work will pay off. With an ARRT credential, you’ll have confidence that you're providing high levels of patient care. You’ll be proud of your accomplishments and the level at which you can perform. Employers and patients take note, too—your ARRT credential confirms your qualifications.  

In order to earn ARRT certification and registration, you'll need to meet our three requirements (education, ethics, and examination). Before you get started, you'll need to identify the eligibility pathway you'll use and the discipline in which you'd like to earn a credential. 

Primary Eligibility Pathway Requirements

The primary pathway is how the majority of people earn their first ARRT credential. It includes completing an ARRT-approved educational program. You can earn credentials in the following disciplines using this pathway:

Postprimary Eligibility Pathway Requirements

You can use the postprimary pathway if you're currently certified and registered with ARRT and would like to pursue an additional credential. ARDMS or NMTCB credential holders can also use the postprimary pathway. 

Imaging Assistant Requirements

The Imaging Assistant (I.A.) credential is ARRT's newest certification and registration offering. It offers entry into the medical imaging profession and requires that applicants are 18+ years old and have a high school diploma or GED. You can earn I.A. credentials in the following disciplines:

  Imaging Assistant, Magnetic Resonance

R.R.A. Eligibility Requirements

Our Registered Radiologist Assistant credential is an advanced practice option that requires an initial R.T. credential in Radiography and a master’s degree.

  Registered Radiologist Assistant

*You can earn an MRI or Vascular Sonography credential using the primary or postprimary eligibility pathway.