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Nuclear Medicine Technologist — CNMT/ARRT(N)
Nuclear medicine technologists prepare and administer radiopharmaceuticals for diagnostic imaging and therapeutic procedures. Most states require national certification through ARRT(N) or NMTCB, plus state-specific licensure or registration. Requirements for radioactive materials handling, CE hours, and fees vary by jurisdiction.
51
Total States
41
State License Req.
41
ARRT/NMTCB Req.
23.8 hrs
Avg CE Hours
Nuclear medicine technologist licensing involves completing an accredited education program, passing a national certification exam, obtaining state licensure, and maintaining ongoing compliance with radiation safety regulations and continuing education requirements.
Nuclear medicine technologists must pass a certification exam from either the ARRT (Nuclear Medicine Technology (N)) or the NMTCB (Certified Nuclear Medicine Technologist). Both exams require graduation from a JRCNMT-accredited program. The exams cover radiation safety, nuclear medicine procedures, radiopharmacy, instrumentation, and patient care.
Nuclear medicine technologists work with radioactive materials and must comply with NRC (Nuclear Regulatory Commission) or Agreement State radiation control regulations. Some states require additional radioactive materials handling licenses. Facilities must maintain radioactive materials licenses and follow strict safety protocols.
Most states require state-specific licensure or registration for nuclear medicine technologists in addition to national certification. Requirements vary but typically include proof of education, national certification, and payment of state fees. Some states have additional radiation safety training requirements beyond national standards.
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| State | State Lic. | ARRT/NMTCB | CE Hours | Total Fees | Confidence | Verified |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Alabama(AL) | Yes | Yes | 24 | $225-$275 | high | March 2026 |
| Alaska(AK) | No | No | 0 | $175-$225 | high | March 2026 |
| Arizona(AZ) | Yes | Yes | 24 | $375-$425 | high | March 2026 |
| Arkansas(AR) | Yes | Yes | 24 | $225-$275 | high | March 2026 |
| California(CA) | Yes | Yes | 32 | $403-$453 | high | March 2026 |
| Colorado(CO) | No | No | 0 | $175-$225 | high | March 2026 |
| Connecticut(CT) | Yes | Yes | 24 | $280-$330 | high | March 2026 |
| Delaware(DE) | Yes | Yes | 24 | $250-$300 | high | March 2026 |
| District of Columbia(DC) | Yes | Yes | 24 | $260-$310 | high | March 2026 |
| Florida(FL) | Yes | Yes | 12 | $275-$325 | high | March 2026 |
| Georgia(GA) | Yes | Yes | 24 | $250-$300 | high | March 2026 |
| Hawaii(HI) | Yes | Yes | 20 | $240-$290 | high | March 2026 |
| Idaho(ID) | No | No | 0 | $175-$225 | high | March 2026 |
| Illinois(IL) | Yes | Yes | 24 | $225-$275 | high | March 2026 |
| Indiana(IN) | Yes | Yes | 0 | $200-$250 | high | March 2026 |
| Iowa(IA) | Yes | Yes | 24 | $215-$265 | high | March 2026 |
| Kansas(KS) | Yes | Yes | 24 | $250-$300 | high | March 2026 |
| Kentucky(KY) | Yes | Yes | 24 | $250-$300 | high | March 2026 |
| Louisiana(LA) | Yes | Yes | 24 | $275-$325 | high | March 2026 |
| Maine(ME) | Yes | Yes | 24 | $275-$325 | high | March 2026 |
| Maryland(MD) | Yes | Yes | 24 | $375-$425 | high | March 2026 |
| Massachusetts(MA) | Yes | Yes | 24 | $265-$315 | high | March 2026 |
| Michigan(MI) | No | No | 0 | $175-$225 | high | March 2026 |
| Minnesota(MN) | No | No | 0 | $175-$225 | high | March 2026 |
| Mississippi(MS) | Yes | Yes | 24 | $205-$255 | high | March 2026 |
| Missouri(MO) | No | No | 0 | $175-$225 | high | March 2026 |
| Montana(MT) | No | No | 0 | $175-$225 | high | March 2026 |
| Nebraska(NE) | Yes | Yes | 24 | $250-$300 | high | March 2026 |
| Nevada(NV) | Yes | Yes | 24 | $275-$325 | high | March 2026 |
| New Hampshire(NH) | Yes | Yes | 24 | $285-$335 | high | March 2026 |
| New Jersey(NJ) | Yes | Yes | 0 | $235-$285 | high | March 2026 |
| New Mexico(NM) | Yes | Yes | 24 | $225-$275 | high | March 2026 |
| New York(NY) | Yes | Yes | 24 | $245-$295 | high | March 2026 |
| North Carolina(NC) | No | No | 0 | $175-$225 | high | March 2026 |
| North Dakota(ND) | Yes | Yes | 24 | $250-$300 | high | March 2026 |
| Ohio(OH) | Yes | Yes | 24 | $240-$290 | high | March 2026 |
| Oklahoma(OK) | No | No | 0 | $175-$225 | high | March 2026 |
| Oregon(OR) | Yes | Yes | 24 | $391-$441 | high | March 2026 |
| Pennsylvania(PA) | Yes | Yes | 24 | $225-$275 | high | March 2026 |
| Rhode Island(RI) | Yes | Yes | 24 | $235-$285 | high | March 2026 |
| South Carolina(SC) | Yes | Yes | 24 | $250-$300 | high | March 2026 |
| South Dakota(SD) | No | No | 0 | $175-$225 | high | March 2026 |
| Tennessee(TN) | Yes | Yes | 24 | $225-$275 | high | March 2026 |
| Texas(TX) | Yes | Yes | 24 | $253-$303 | high | March 2026 |
| Utah(UT) | Yes | Yes | 24 | $240-$290 | high | March 2026 |
| Vermont(VT) | Yes | Yes | 24 | $250-$300 | high | March 2026 |
| Virginia(VA) | Yes | Yes | 24 | $310-$360 | high | March 2026 |
| Washington(WA) | Yes | Yes | 24 | $255-$305 | high | March 2026 |
| West Virginia(WV) | Yes | Yes | 24 | $225-$275 | high | March 2026 |
| Wisconsin(WI) | Yes | Yes | 24 | $235-$285 | high | March 2026 |
| Wyoming(WY) | Yes | Yes | 24 | $275-$325 | high | March 2026 |
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