American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT)
ARRT Radiography
ARRT Radiography Certification Examination
The credentialing exam for radiographers (X-ray technologists), required for state licensure to perform diagnostic imaging in most states.
Blueprint-complete program: 4 decks, 905 cards.
What's on the exam
ARRT Radiography Content Specifications
Patient Care
14%Patient interactions and management · Infection control and standard precautions · Medical emergencies and pharmacology · Contrast media administration · Vital signs and venipuncture
Safety
22%Radiation physics and interactions · Radiation protection (ALARA, shielding) · Dose, dose limits and monitoring · Patient and personnel protection · Biological effects of radiation
Image Production
28%Exposure factors (kVp, mAs) · Image receptors and digital imaging · Image quality (contrast, density, resolution) · Artifacts and quality control · Technique charts and AEC
Procedures
36%Thorax and abdomen positioning · Upper and lower extremity positioning · Spine and pelvis positioning · Head, skull and facial bones · Anatomy and projection terminology
Frequently asked questions
How much does the ARRT Radiography cost?
The ARRT Radiography costs $225. Application and exam fee.
How long is the ARRT Radiography and how many questions does it have?
200 scored items — 3.5 hours.
What do you need to pass the ARRT Radiography?
Scaled score of 75.
Can you retake the ARRT Radiography?
Up to three attempts in a three-year window.
What is the best way to study for the ARRT Radiography?
Study the official blueprint, not random material: the exam is weighted by domain (Patient Care 14%, Safety 22%, Image Production 28%, Procedures 36%). Spaced-repetition flashcards built domain-by-domain against that blueprint are the most time-efficient way to cover everything the exam tests.
Ready to prepare?
Our ARRT Radiography — Radiologic Technologist program follows this exact blueprint — every domain covered, scheduled by spaced repetition, with a journey from first card to test day.