Key Points

• Complete a 2-year accredited associate degree in Radiologic Technology.
• Pass the ARRT Radiography Certification Exam.
• Apply for a Texas Medical Board (TMB) state license.
• Maintain certification through annual ARRT renewal and continuing education.
• Radiology Technicians in Texas earn $75,770 annually with a 5% job outlook.

Step 1. Meet Education Requirements

You’ll need a high school diploma or GED with strong grades in science and math courses such as biology, anatomy, and physics.

Some programs require passing an entrance exam like the TEAS (Test of Essential Academic Skills). Maintaining a competitive GPA helps you qualify for selective radiology programs.

Look for schools accredited by the Joint Review Committee on Education in Radiologic Technology (JRCERT) to ensure your training meets ARRT and state licensing standards.

Step 2. Complete an Accredited Radiologic Technology Program

Texas requires a 2-year associate degree in Radiologic Technology from an accredited program. Coursework covers anatomy, imaging principles, radiation safety, and medical ethics.

Programs also include hands-on clinical training in hospitals or imaging centers, where students learn to operate X-ray and diagnostic equipment under supervision.

Explore accredited options through Radiology Tech classes near me in Dallas/Fort Worth.

Step 3. Pass the ARRT Certification Exam

After completing your degree, register for the ARRT Radiography Exam. This national exam includes 200 questions on imaging procedures, patient care, and radiation protection.

You’ll need a minimum passing score of 75 to qualify for certification. Once you’re certified, you can move forward with your Texas license application.

Step 4. Apply for a Texas License

After passing the ARRT exam, apply for state licensure through the Texas Medical Board.

You’ll submit:

• Proof of ARRT certification
• Fingerprinting and background check results
• Jurisprudence Exam completion
• Applicable fees

Once approved, your Texas license will be valid for 2 years before renewal is required.

Step 5. Maintain Certification and Licensure

To stay certified and licensed, you must complete both ARRT annual renewal and Texas Medical Board biennial renewal requirements.

Renew Your ARRT Certification Annually

• Renew by your birth month through your ARRT online account
• Pay $30 for the first credential and $15 for each additional
• Confirm professional standing and ethical conduct
• Learn more at ARRT Annual Renewal

Complete Continuing Education (CE)

• ARRT requires 24 CE credits every 2 years
• Courses can be completed through ARRT-approved providers
• Missing CE deadlines may lead to ARRT probation

Renew Your Texas License Every 2 Years

• Managed by the Texas Medical Board
• Requires CE completion and fingerprint compliance

Tip: Set renewal reminders for both ARRT and TMB deadlines to avoid lapses in certification or licensure.

Step 6. Start Working as a Radiology Technician in Texas

Once you’re licensed, you can work in hospitals, outpatient centers, or diagnostic facilities.

Most new technicians begin as radiographers and may later specialize in MRI, CT, or mammography for higher pay and advancement opportunities.

To view current job openings, visit My Next Move, which lists live Radiologic Technologist jobs across Texas.