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Exam Information
Official specifications published by ARRT
Exam Format
210 min
230
75 (scaled)
Entry-Level Professional
Registration
$225 USD
Pearson VUE
Validity
Until December 31 of year certified, then annual renewal required
Annual renewal with $65 fee (starting 2026); 24 continuing education (CE) credits biennially; Continuing Qualifications Requirements (CQR) - professional profile, self-assessment, CE prescription
RADIOGRAPHY Exam Topics and Domains
RADIOGRAPHY is organized into 4 weighted domains.
1
Patient Care
16.5%
Patient Interactions and Management
Ethical and Legal AspectsInterpersonal CommunicationErgonomics and MonitoringMedical EmergenciesInfection ControlHandling and Disposal of Toxic MaterialsPharmacology
- Apply ethical and legal principles in patient care
- Demonstrate effective communication with patients
- Perform safe patient handling and monitoring
- Respond appropriately to medical emergencies
- Implement infection control protocols
- Handle contrast media safely and appropriately
2
Safety
25%
Radiation Physics and Radiobiology
Principles of Radiation PhysicsBiological Effects of Radiation
- Explain the physics of x-ray production and beam characteristics
- Apply radiation measurement units correctly
- Describe biological effects of ionizing radiation
- Differentiate between deterministic and stochastic effects
Radiation Protection
Minimizing Patient ExposurePersonnel Protection (ALARA)
- Apply radiation protection principles for patients
- Implement ALARA principles for personnel protection
- Use protective equipment appropriately
- Monitor and document radiation exposure
3
Image Production
25.5%
Image Acquisition and Evaluation
Factors Affecting Radiographic QualityTechnique ChartsAutomatic Exposure Control (AEC)Digital Imaging CharacteristicsImage Evaluation Criteria
- Select appropriate exposure factors for optimal image quality
- Use AEC systems effectively
- Understand digital imaging characteristics
- Evaluate image quality systematically
Equipment Operation and Quality Assurance
Imaging EquipmentImage Processing and DisplayQuality Control
- Operate radiographic equipment properly
- Understand image processing workflows
- Perform quality control procedures
- Recognize and report equipment malfunctions
4
Procedures
33%
Head, Spine and Pelvis Procedures
Head ImagingSpine ImagingPelvis and Hip Imaging
- Position patients correctly for head, spine, and pelvis procedures
- Adapt procedures for trauma and pathology
- Evaluate images for proper anatomical demonstration
Thorax and Abdomen Procedures
Thorax ImagingAbdomen ImagingGI StudiesGU Studies
- Perform chest and abdomen radiography correctly
- Assist with fluoroscopic GI procedures
- Conduct GU contrast studies safely
Extremity Procedures
Upper Extremity ImagingLower Extremity ImagingSpecial Procedures
- Position extremities for standard projections
- Adapt techniques for trauma and pediatric patients
- Evaluate images for proper joint and bone visualization
How do I earn this certification?
Passing RADIOGRAPHY earns the Registered Technologist in Radiography certification. It sits in the Medical Imaging - Radiography track.
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Who should take this exam?
Completion of ARRT-recognized educational program in Radiography
Associate degree or higher from accredited institution
Clinical competency requirements completion
Ethics requirements met
- Minimum 1-2 years formal radiography education
- Clinical rotations in various imaging settings
- Hands-on experience with digital imaging systems