Wisconsin Radiologic Technologist License Renewal Guide

ByAllied License Guide Editorial Team
Editorial Note: This page covers renewal of Wisconsin Licensed Radiographer credentials, governed by the Wisconsin Radiography Examining Board under DSPS. Data on this page is based on DSPS and Wis. Admin. Code RAD sources reviewed in May 2026. 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 Wisconsin DSPS.
Who this guide is for:
  • Wisconsin-licensed Radiographers approaching their August 31 renewal deadline
  • Travel RTs holding a Wisconsin license who need to renew
  • RTs whose Wisconsin license has lapsed who need to understand reinstatement requirements

Wisconsin Licensed Radiographer Renewal — At a Glance

Renewal Cycle Every 2 years (biennial)
License Expiration August 31 of every even-numbered year — fixed statewide date; all Wisconsin radiographer licenses expire simultaneously per Wis. Stat. §440.08(2)(a)68g
Renewal Fee $65 per official DSPS fee schedule reviewed May 2026 — verify current fees with DSPS before submitting
Late Renewal Fee $25 additional late penalty — $90 total per official DSPS fee schedule reviewed May 2026; available up to 5 years after expiration per Wis. Admin. Code RAD 7.02; verify current fees with DSPS
CE Hours Required 24 CE hours per biennium per Wis. Admin. Code RAD 4.01 — CE must relate to radiography practice, radiation safety, patient care, or advanced imaging
CE Documentation Active ARRT registration satisfies Wisconsin’s CE requirement — attestation at renewal; ARRT card serves as verification in case of state audit
Renewal Method Online via Wisconsin LicensE portal (license.wi.gov) — primary method; mail available under special exceptions
Payment Methods Electronic payment options available through the LicensE portal — verify current accepted payment methods with DSPS
Lapsed License Late renewal with $25 penalty available up to 5 years after expiration; expired over 5 years requires formal reinstatement with possible board competency review
Renewal Contact Phone: (608) 266-2112 | Email: DSPSRenewal@wisconsin.gov (verify current email with DSPS) | Portal: license.wi.gov

Wisconsin Licensed Radiographer credentials renew biennially, with all licenses expiring on August 31 of every even-numbered year. This fixed statewide date means every Wisconsin radiographer faces the same renewal deadline simultaneously — a predictable but high-traffic renewal window. See the At-a-Glance table above for current fees and CE requirements.

Wisconsin’s renewal framework is straightforward for ARRT-certified technologists: 24 CE hours per biennium, attestation-based compliance, and online renewal via the LicensE portal. Active ARRT registration satisfies Wisconsin’s CE requirement — no separate CE submission required if your ARRT registration is current and active.

CE Requirements for Wisconsin License Renewal

Per Wis. Admin. Code RAD 4 sources reviewed May 2026, Wisconsin requires 24 CE hours per biennium for Licensed Radiographer renewal:

  • 24 CE hours required per two-year renewal cycle per RAD 4.01
  • CE content: Must relate to the clinical practice of radiography, radiation safety, patient care, or advanced imaging modalities per RAD 4.02
  • Approved providers: ARRT, ASRT, or other RCEEM-approved CE activities accepted per RAD 4.03
  • ARRT active registration: Satisfies Wisconsin’s 24-hour CE requirement — attest to compliance on the LicensE renewal portal; retain your ARRT card as verification in case of state audit
  • No CE category caps: No restrictive caps on self-study or online CE provided courses are RCEEM-approved Category A or equivalent
  • No mandatory topics: No Wisconsin-specific required CE topics identified — no HIV/AIDS, human trafficking, or law-specific modules required for radiographer renewal

How to Renew Your Wisconsin Licensed Radiographer Credential

All Wisconsin radiographer licenses expire August 31 of every even-numbered year. Renew online through the LicensE portal before this deadline.

  1. Ensure your ARRT registration is current and active — this satisfies Wisconsin’s 24-hour CE requirement
  2. Log in to the Wisconsin LicensE portal at license.wi.gov
  3. Complete the online renewal application
  4. Attest to CE completion — retain ARRT card and CE documentation in case of state audit
  5. Pay the $65 renewal fee by credit card (Visa/MC/Discover/AMEX) or eCheck
  6. If renewing after August 31, pay the additional $25 late penalty ($90 total) — available up to 5 years after expiration

Late Renewal and Lapsed License Reinstatement

Per Wis. Admin. Code RAD 5 sources reviewed May 2026:

  • Late renewal (within 5 years): A $25 late penalty applies in addition to the $65 standard renewal fee ($90 total) — late renewal available up to 5 years after August 31 expiration; verify current late renewal process with DSPS
  • Formal reinstatement (over 5 years): Licenses expired for more than 5 years cannot be renewed late — formal reinstatement is required, which may involve board review of competency; contact DSPS at DSPSRenewal@wisconsin.gov before attempting reinstatement
  • Practice while expired: Practicing without a valid license after August 31 constitutes unlicensed practice in Wisconsin — do not practice after expiration until renewal is confirmed

Practical Notes for Wisconsin 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.
  • August 31 of every even-numbered year is your deadline — for everyone. Wisconsin’s fixed statewide expiration means all Wisconsin RTs renew at the same time. The LicensE portal may experience higher traffic near this deadline — renew early rather than waiting until the last week of August.
  • Keep your ARRT registration active — it covers your Wisconsin CE. Active ARRT registration satisfies Wisconsin’s 24-hour CE requirement. If your ARRT registration lapses, you may need to document CE separately. Maintain both your Wisconsin license and ARRT registration as a coordinated pair.
  • 5-year late renewal window is generous — but don’t rely on it. Wisconsin allows late renewal with a $25 penalty for up to 5 years after expiration. This is more lenient than most states. However, you may not practice while expired — the 5-year window is for renewing your credential, not for continuing to work without one.
  • Over 5 years expired: formal reinstatement only. If your Wisconsin license has been expired for more than 5 years, you cannot do a standard late renewal — formal reinstatement with possible board competency review is required. Contact DSPS well before attempting to return to practice.
  • Travel RTs: August 31 of even-numbered years is your anchor date. Unlike birthday-based or issuance-based states, Wisconsin has one universal deadline for all radiographers. Build August 31 of 2026, 2028, 2030 etc. into your multi-state license tracking calendar.

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Frequently Asked Questions

When does my Wisconsin radiologic technologist license expire?

All Wisconsin Licensed Radiographer credentials expire on August 31 of every even-numbered year — a fixed statewide date that applies to all Wisconsin radiographers simultaneously per Wis. Stat. §440.08(2)(a)68g. Source: Wisconsin DSPS Radiographer

What is the Wisconsin Licensed Radiographer renewal fee?

The standard renewal fee is $65 per official DSPS fee schedule reviewed May 2026. A $25 late penalty applies if renewed after August 31, making the total $100. Verify current fees with DSPS before submitting. Source: Wisconsin DSPS Radiographer

How many CE hours are required for Wisconsin radiographer license renewal?

24 CE hours per biennium per Wis. Admin. Code RAD 4.01. CE must relate to radiography practice, radiation safety, patient care, or advanced imaging. Active ARRT registration satisfies this requirement — attest to compliance on the LicensE portal and retain your ARRT card for audit purposes. Source: Wis. Admin. Code RAD 4

What happens if my Wisconsin license expires?

Practice after August 31 without a renewed credential constitutes unlicensed practice — do not practice after expiration. Late renewal with a $25 penalty is available for up to 5 years after expiration. Licenses expired over 5 years require formal reinstatement with possible board competency review. Contact DSPS at DSPSRenewal@wisconsin.gov before taking any action on a lapsed license. Source: Wisconsin DSPS Radiographer

Does my ARRT CE satisfy Wisconsin’s renewal requirement?

Yes. Active ARRT registration satisfies Wisconsin’s 24-hour CE requirement per Wis. Admin. Code RAD 4.01. Attest to CE completion on the LicensE renewal portal and retain your ARRT card as documentation in case of state audit. Source: Wis. Admin. Code RAD 4

Disclaimer: The information on this page is provided for general informational purposes only and is based on Wisconsin DSPS and Wis. Admin. Code RAD sources reviewed in May 2026. Renewal requirements, fees, and CE requirements are subject to change. Always verify current requirements directly with the Wisconsin Radiography Examining Board before submitting a renewal. This page does not constitute legal or professional licensing advice. Verify at Wisconsin DSPS →
Change Log: 2026-05-25 — Page created. Data based on DSPS and Wis. Admin. Code RAD sources reviewed May 2026. $65 renewal fee and $25 late penalty from ChatGPT — medium confidence; verify with DSPS. 24 CE hours confirmed from RAD 4.01. Fixed August 31 even-year expiration confirmed from Wis. Stat. §440.08. 5-year late renewal window confirmed from RAD 5. Contact email: verify DSPSRenewal@wisconsin.gov vs dsps@wisconsin.gov before publishing. Review cadence: 12 months (low volatility).

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