Massachusetts Radiologic Technologist License Renewal Guide

ByAllied License Guide Editorial Team
Editorial Note: This page covers renewal of Massachusetts Radiologic Technologist licenses, governed by the Massachusetts Department of Public Health (DPH), Division of Radiation Control (DRC). Data on this page is based on Massachusetts DPH and 105 CMR 125.009 sources reviewed in May 2026. Massachusetts has one of the more detailed CE requirement structures among RT licensing states — this page explains the mandatory topic allocation rules that apply at renewal. 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 Massachusetts DPH.
Who this guide is for:
  • Massachusetts-licensed radiologic technologists approaching their renewal date
  • Travel RTs holding a Massachusetts RT license who need to renew
  • RTs whose Massachusetts license has expired who need to understand reactivation requirements

Massachusetts Radiologic Technologist License Renewal — At a Glance

Renewal Cycle Every 2 years (biennial)
Renewal Fee $150 per renewal per Massachusetts DPH sources reviewed May 2026 — verify current fee with DPH before submitting
License Expiration Last day of the licensee’s birth month every two years per 105 CMR 125.009(E)
CE Hours Required 24 CEUs per biennium (50 CEUs for Radiologist Assistants and Nuclear Medicine Advanced Associates) — with mandatory topic allocations; see CE section below
Mandatory CE Topics Yes — discipline-specific hour allocations required plus minimum 2 CEUs in radiation safety; see CE section below for full breakdown
CE Documentation ARRT-recognized CE accepted; applicant responsible for uploading ARRT verification or ASRT summary printout to the eLicensing portal at renewal
Expired License Within 6 months expired — standard reactivation; more than 6 months expired — full reactivation application plus additional CE obligations
Renewal Method Online via Massachusetts Environmental Health eLicensing Portal
Payment Methods Credit card or electronic fund transfer (EFT) via the eLicensing portal
Renewal Contact eLicensing Portal | Phone: (833) 281-6111 | Emergency: (508) 820-2121

Massachusetts Radiologic Technologist licenses renew biennially, with expiration tied to the last day of the licensee’s birth month. See the At-a-Glance table above for current fees, renewal method, and CE requirements.

Massachusetts has one of the more detailed CE requirement structures among RT licensing states. Unlike states that simply require any 24 hours of approved CE, Massachusetts mandates specific topic allocations — minimum hours must be in your licensed discipline and radiation safety. The exact allocation depends on whether you hold a single discipline license or multiple discipline licenses. Understanding these allocations before planning your CE program is essential.

CE Requirements for Massachusetts License Renewal

Per 105 CMR 125.009 reviewed May 2026, Massachusetts requires 24 CEUs per biennium for standard Radiologic Technologist renewal. Radiologist Assistants and Nuclear Medicine Advanced Associates require 50 CEUs per biennium. All CE must be obtained through a provider approved by the Department, including Category A or A+ activities recognized by ARRT-approved RCEEMs such as ASRT.

Mandatory CE Topic Allocations

Massachusetts specifies required CE topic allocations that vary by license category. Per 105 CMR 125.009(A) reviewed May 2026:

Single discipline license (e.g., Radiography only):
  • 10 CEUs in your licensed discipline
  • 2 CEUs in radiation safety
  • Remaining 12 CEUs in related healthcare/imaging areas
Multiple discipline license (e.g., Radiography + CT):
  • 4 CEUs in each licensed discipline
  • 2 CEUs in radiation safety
  • Remaining hours in related healthcare/imaging areas
Mammography license holders:
  • 12 CEUs in mammography
  • 4 CEUs in radiography
  • 2 CEUs in radiation safety
  • Remaining hours in related healthcare/imaging areas

CE must relate to healthcare practice, radiation safety, or your professional specialty. General personal development courses that do not directly connect to these criteria do not count toward the 24-CEU minimum per Massachusetts DPH sources reviewed May 2026.

CE Documentation at Renewal

ARRT-recognized CE is accepted for Massachusetts renewal. At renewal, applicants are responsible for uploading ARRT verification or an ASRT website summary printout directly to the Massachusetts Environmental Health eLicensing Portal. No evidence of automatic electronic CE reporting from ARRT to Massachusetts DPH was identified in sources reviewed May 2026 — applicants must submit documentation themselves.

How to Renew Your Massachusetts Radiologic Technologist License

  1. Log in to the Massachusetts Environmental Health eLicensing Portal
  2. Navigate to your license renewal application
  3. Upload CE documentation — ARRT verification or ASRT summary printout confirming completion of required CEUs with correct topic allocations
  4. Pay the $150 renewal fee by credit card or EFT
  5. Submit renewal before the last day of your birth month

Expired License Reactivation

Per Massachusetts DPH sources reviewed May 2026:

  • Expired 6 months or less: Standard reactivation process applies — contact DRC at (833) 281-6111 to confirm current reactivation requirements
  • Expired more than 6 months: Full reactivation application required plus additional CE obligations — specifically, 1 additional CEU per month since the start of the current CE biennium in addition to the standard 24-CEU biennium requirement. Contact DRC directly to confirm current reactivation requirements before submitting.

Practical Notes for Massachusetts License 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.
  • Massachusetts CE topic allocations are mandatory — not optional. You cannot fulfill Massachusetts renewal requirements with any random 24 hours of approved CE. Specific hours must be in your licensed discipline and radiation safety. Plan your CE program around the Massachusetts allocation rules, not just ARRT requirements.
  • Your license expires on the last day of your birth month. Massachusetts ties license expiration to the last day of your birth month on a two-year cycle — not a fixed statewide date, and not a mid-month birthday date. Know your exact expiration date from your license documentation.
  • Upload CE documentation yourself — no auto-reporting. Massachusetts does not receive automatic CE reporting from ARRT. You must upload your ARRT verification or ASRT summary printout to the eLicensing portal when renewing. Prepare this documentation before starting your renewal application.
  • Multi-discipline license holders have different CE obligations. If you hold licenses in multiple Massachusetts disciplines, your CE allocation requirements differ from single-discipline holders. Review the 105 CMR 125.009 allocation rules carefully for your specific license combination.
  • Travel RTs: Massachusetts discipline-specific licensing affects assignment planning. If your Massachusetts assignment includes CT or Mammography and you only hold a Radiography license, you may need to obtain additional Massachusetts discipline licenses. Confirm which disciplines your assignment requires before accepting the contract.
  • More than 6 months expired requires additional CE. If your Massachusetts license has been expired for more than 6 months, reactivation requires 1 additional CEU per month since the start of your current biennium on top of your standard 24-hour requirement. Contact DRC early if your license has lapsed.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How often do I need to renew my Massachusetts radiologic technologist license?

Massachusetts Radiologic Technologist licenses renew every two years. Your license expires on the last day of your birth month every two years per 105 CMR 125.009(E). Source: Massachusetts DPH Renew RT License

How many CE hours are required for Massachusetts RT license renewal?

24 CEUs per biennium per 105 CMR 125.009(A) — with mandatory topic allocations. Single discipline holders need 10 CEUs in their licensed discipline plus 2 CEUs in radiation safety. Multiple discipline holders need 4 CEUs per discipline plus 2 CEUs in radiation safety. Mammography holders need 12 CEUs in mammography, 4 CEUs in radiography, plus 2 CEUs in radiation safety. Source: Massachusetts DPH Renew RT License

Does Massachusetts accept ARRT CE for renewal?

Yes. ARRT-recognized CE is accepted for Massachusetts renewal. Applicants must upload ARRT verification or an ASRT summary printout to the eLicensing portal at renewal — Massachusetts DPH does not receive automatic CE reporting from ARRT. Source: Massachusetts DPH Renew RT License

When does my Massachusetts radiologic technologist license expire?

Your Massachusetts RT license expires on the last day of your birth month every two years per 105 CMR 125.009(E). Check your license documentation for your specific expiration date. Source: Massachusetts DPH Renew RT License

What happens if my Massachusetts license expires?

If your license has been expired six months or less, standard reactivation applies. If expired more than six months, full reactivation requires an additional 1 CEU per month since the start of your current CE biennium on top of standard CE requirements. Contact DRC at (833) 281-6111 to confirm current reactivation requirements before submitting. Source: Massachusetts DPH Renew RT License

What is the Massachusetts radiologic technologist license renewal fee?

The renewal fee is $150 per Massachusetts DPH sources reviewed May 2026. Verify current fees with Massachusetts DPH before submitting. Source: Massachusetts DPH Renew RT License

Disclaimer: The information on this page is provided for general informational purposes only and is based on Massachusetts DPH and 105 CMR 125.009 sources reviewed in May 2026. Renewal requirements, fees, and CE requirements are subject to change. Always verify current renewal requirements directly with the Massachusetts DPH Division of Radiation Control before submitting a renewal. This page does not constitute legal or professional licensing advice. Verify at Massachusetts DPH →
Change Log: 2026-05-23 — Page created. Data based on Massachusetts DPH and 105 CMR 125.009 sources reviewed May 2026. CE topic allocations confirmed from 105 CMR 125.009(A). Expiration rule confirmed from 105 CMR 125.009(E). Review cadence: 12 months (low volatility).

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