Illinois Radiologic Technologist Accreditation Renewal Guide

ByAllied License Guide Editorial Team
Editorial Note: This page covers renewal of Illinois Medical Radiation Technology Accreditation, governed by the Illinois Emergency Management Agency and Office of Homeland Security (IEMA-OHS). Data on this page is based on IEMA-OHS sources reviewed in May 2026. Some details — including the approved CE provider list and handling of long-lapsed accreditations — are not fully spelled out in IEMA-OHS public documentation; those areas are noted clearly and readers are directed to verify with IEMA-OHS directly. This page is editorially reviewed by an ARDMS-credentialed sonographer and UC Berkeley graduate as part of AlliedLicenseGuide.com’s allied health licensing database. View the primary source at IEMA-OHS.
Who this guide is for:
  • Illinois-accredited radiologic technologists approaching their renewal date
  • Travel RTs holding Illinois IEMA-OHS accreditation who need to renew
  • RTs whose Illinois accreditation has lapsed and who need to understand their options

Illinois Medical Radiation Technology Accreditation Renewal — At a Glance

Renewal Cycle Every 2 years (biennial)
Renewal Fee $120 — nonrefundable; 2.25% convenience fee applies to credit card payments; fees cannot be refunded or transferred if wrong accreditation is renewed
Accreditation Expiration Individual expiration date per accreditation record — accreditation is valid for 2 years per portal records; check your IEMA-OHS portal record for your specific date
Renewal Window Renewal opens 60 days before expiration; the portal appears to allow renewal submission after expiration — this is observed portal behavior, not a formally published grace period rule
CE Hours Required 24 continuing education hours per 2-year renewal period — per Illinois radiologic technology industry sources; verify directly with IEMA-OHS
CE Activities Accepted ARRT-recognized CE activities commonly used in practice — IEMA-OHS public pages do not publish a detailed approved-provider list; verify specific activities with IEMA-OHS before completing courses
Mandatory CE Topics No mandatory CE subject requirements identified in IEMA-OHS sources reviewed May 2026 — verify directly with IEMA-OHS
Renewal Method Online via IEMA-OHS portal (public.iema.state.il.us/iema/radiation/radtech/radtechlogin.asp) — login requires accreditation number, last 4 digits of SSN, and birthdate
Payment Methods Credit card, debit card, or check — 2.25% convenience fee on credit cards; online payments post within 24–48 hours
Renewal Contact Portal: public.iema.state.il.us/iema/radiation/radtech/radtechlogin.asp | Email: ema.radtech@illinois.gov | Fax: 217-785-9946

Illinois Medical Radiation Technology Accreditation renews on a biennial cycle through the IEMA-OHS online portal. See the At-a-Glance table above for current fees, CE requirements, and renewal timing. Illinois uses the term “accreditation,” but employers and staffing agencies commonly refer to it as a state license — both describe the same credential.

A note before the details: IEMA-OHS public documentation on renewal is relatively thin in some areas, particularly around CE provider specifics and long-lapsed accreditation handling. Where official documentation is limited, this page notes it clearly and directs you to contact IEMA-OHS directly rather than presenting gaps as settled facts.

CE Requirements for Illinois Accreditation Renewal

IEMA-OHS public renewal documentation does not comprehensively publish CE category and provider guidance. Where official guidance is unclear, this page distinguishes confirmed requirements from industry-standard practice and recommends direct verification with IEMA-OHS. Per Illinois radiologic technology industry sources, renewal requires the number of continuing education hours shown in the summary table above, completed during the two-year accreditation period.

CE documentation and accepted activities:

  • ARRT-recognized CE activities: ARRT-recognized continuing education activities are commonly used to satisfy Illinois renewal requirements in practice. IEMA-OHS public pages do not explicitly publish a confirmed approved-provider list. Verify that your specific CE activities are acceptable with IEMA-OHS at ema.radtech@illinois.gov before completing courses.
  • Mandatory CE topics: No mandatory CE subject requirements were identified in IEMA-OHS sources reviewed for this page. Verify directly with IEMA-OHS if you have questions about specific topic requirements.
  • CE category limits: No CE category limits were identified in IEMA-OHS sources reviewed for this page. Same caveat applies — verify with IEMA-OHS if you are relying on a specific CE format such as self-study or online coursework.

How to Renew Your Illinois Medical Radiation Technology Accreditation

Renewal is completed online through the IEMA-OHS portal. The renewal window opens 60 days before your accreditation expiration date.

  1. Go to the IEMA-OHS renewal portal at public.iema.state.il.us/iema/radiation/radtech/radtechlogin.asp
  2. Log in using your IEMA-OHS accreditation number, last 4 digits of your SSN, and birthdate
  3. Confirm your profile — name, address, and contact information — before proceeding; your name must match your state ID
  4. Complete the renewal application and answer all required disclosure questions
  5. Submit documentation of your continuing education hours completed during the renewal period
  6. Pay the renewal fee shown in the summary table above — credit card, debit card, or check accepted; 2.25% convenience fee applies to credit cards
  7. Verify your renewed accreditation in the Illinois Directory after 24–48 hours of payment processing

If you hold multiple Illinois accreditations, each must be renewed separately. Fees are nonrefundable and cannot be transferred if the wrong accreditation is renewed — double-check before submitting payment.

Practical Notes for Illinois Accreditation Renewal

From the field: These notes reflect practical considerations beyond the official requirements — things that affect your renewal timeline and planning as a working RT.
  • Your expiration date is individual — check the portal, don’t estimate. Illinois accreditation operates on an individual two-year renewal cycle tied to your credential record. Expiration is not birthday-based or tied to a statewide fixed calendar date. Log in to confirm your specific date before planning your renewal timeline.
  • Renew early — the window opens 60 days out. IEMA-OHS explicitly allows renewal submission starting two months before expiration. Use this window. Submitting early removes deadline pressure and gives you time to resolve any issues without risking a lapse.
  • The portal appears to allow renewal after expiration — but don’t rely on this. Based on portal functionality reviewed May 2026, the portal appears to allow renewal submission after expiration. This is observed behavior, not a formally published rule. Practicing with a lapsed accreditation creates compliance exposure. Renew before expiration, not after.
  • Wrong renewal payment cannot be refunded. IEMA-OHS explicitly states that payments cannot be refunded or transferred if the wrong accreditation is renewed. If you hold multiple accreditations, verify which one you are renewing before submitting payment.
  • CE provider specifics are not publicly documented — ask before completing courses. IEMA-OHS does not publish a detailed approved-provider list. If you are uncertain whether a specific CE provider or course qualifies, contact IEMA-OHS at ema.radtech@illinois.gov before completing the course — not after.
  • Travel RTs: know your Illinois expiration date before accepting assignments. If your Illinois accreditation expires mid-assignment, you must renew before expiration to maintain authorization to practice. Build your IEMA-OHS expiration date into your assignment planning calendar — do not rely on memory or your original issue date.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How often do I need to renew my Illinois radiologic technologist accreditation?

Illinois Medical Radiation Technology Accreditation renews every two years. Your individual expiration date is shown in the IEMA-OHS portal — log in to confirm your specific date. Source: IEMA-OHS Portal

What is the Illinois accreditation renewal fee?

The renewal fee is $120, nonrefundable, per IEMA-OHS portal payment information reviewed May 2026. A 2.25% convenience fee applies to credit card payments. Fees cannot be refunded or transferred if the wrong accreditation is renewed. Verify the current fee before submitting. Source: IEMA-OHS Portal

How many CE hours are required for Illinois accreditation renewal?

Per Illinois radiologic technology industry sources, 24 continuing education hours are required per two-year renewal period. IEMA-OHS public pages do not explicitly publish this requirement — verify the current requirement directly with IEMA-OHS at ema.radtech@illinois.gov. Source: IEMA-OHS Radiation Technology Services

Are ARRT CE credits accepted for Illinois renewal?

ARRT-recognized CE activities are commonly used to satisfy Illinois renewal requirements in practice. IEMA-OHS public pages do not explicitly confirm this — verify with IEMA-OHS at ema.radtech@illinois.gov before completing courses. Source: IEMA-OHS Radiation Technology Services

When does my Illinois radiologic technologist accreditation expire?

Illinois accreditation expires on an individual date tied to your credential record — not your birthday or a fixed statewide date. Log in to the IEMA-OHS portal at public.iema.state.il.us/iema/radiation/radtech/radtechlogin.asp to confirm your specific expiration date. Source: IEMA-OHS Portal

What happens if my Illinois accreditation expires before I renew?

The IEMA-OHS portal appears to allow renewal submission after expiration, based on portal functionality reviewed May 2026. This is observed behavior — no formal grace period rule was identified. Do not treat a lapsed accreditation as authorization to practice. Contact IEMA-OHS at ema.radtech@illinois.gov to confirm your options. Source: IEMA-OHS Portal

How do I renew my Illinois radiologic technologist accreditation?

Renewal is completed online at public.iema.state.il.us/iema/radiation/radtech/radtechlogin.asp. Log in with your accreditation number, last 4 digits of SSN, and birthdate. The renewal window opens 60 days before your expiration date. Credit card, debit card, and check payments are accepted. Source: IEMA-OHS Portal

Disclaimer: The information on this page is provided for general informational purposes only and is based on Illinois Emergency Management Agency and Office of Homeland Security sources reviewed in May 2026. IEMA-OHS public documentation on CE requirements and renewal procedures is limited in some areas — always verify current requirements directly with IEMA-OHS at ema.radtech@illinois.gov before submitting a renewal application. Fees are subject to change. This page does not constitute legal or professional licensing advice. Verify at IEMA-OHS →
Change Log: 2026-05-22 — Page created. Data based on IEMA-OHS sources reviewed May 2026. CE hours and approved-provider details sourced partly from industry references — flagged for direct IEMA-OHS verification at next review. Review cadence: 6 months (medium volatility).

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