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How to become a licensed Nuclear Medicine Technologist in Alaska. Data verified 2026-03-21. Source: LicenseMap (getlicensemap.com).
Alaska does not require a separate state license for nuclear medicine technologists. Alaska does not require state licensure or registration for nuclear medicine technologists.
Nuclear Medicine Technologist — CNMT/ARRT(N)
No
State License Required
Not Required
ARRT(N)/NMTCB Required
Not Required
RAM License
Varies
Training Program
0 hrs
CE Hours
$175-$225
Total Initial Fees
Education & Training Requirements
VerifiedMinimum Education
No state minimum; employers typically require ARRT(N) or CNMT certification which requires accredited program completion
Training Program
Recommended
Imaging Modalities Covered
SPECT, PET, PET/CT, cardiac nuclear imaging, thyroid imaging and therapy, bone scans
Approved Programs
No state-approved program list; JRCNMT-accredited programs accepted for national certification
Nuclear medicine technology education requires completion of a JRCNMT (Joint Review Committee on Educational Programs in Nuclear Medicine Technology) accredited program. Programs are offered at the associate's and bachelor's degree levels and include coursework in radiation physics, radiopharmacy, instrumentation, imaging techniques (SPECT, PET, PET/CT), patient care, and radiation safety. Clinical rotations are required, covering cardiac imaging, thyroid studies, bone scans, and other nuclear medicine procedures. Upon completion, graduates are eligible to sit for the ARRT(N) or NMTCB(CNMT) certification exams.
National Certification & State Requirements
VerifiedNational Certification Not Required
American Registry of Radiologic Technologists / Nuclear Medicine Technology Certification Board
State License
Not Required
RAM License
Not Required
National Cert.
Varies
Certification Details
Alaska does not require state licensure or certification for nuclear medicine technologists. However, employers and facilities generally require ARRT(N) or NMTCB(CNMT) certification. NRC regulations still apply to facilities using radioactive materials.
The ARRT (American Registry of Radiologic Technologists) and NMTCB (Nuclear Medicine Technology Certification Board) are the two primary certification bodies for nuclear medicine technologists. ARRT offers the Nuclear Medicine Technology (N) certification, while NMTCB offers the Certified Nuclear Medicine Technologist (CNMT) credential. Most states accept either certification for licensure. Some states also require a Radioactive Materials (RAM) license for handling and administering radiopharmaceuticals. All nuclear medicine technologists must comply with NRC or Agreement State radiation safety regulations.
Examination Requirements
VerifiedNational Certification Examination Not Required
ARRT(N) or NMTCB(CNMT) Certification Exam
Accepted Certification Exams
No state exam required; employers typically require ARRT(N) or NMTCB(CNMT) certification
Exam Topics
N/A - no state exam requirement
Passing Score
N/A - no state exam requirement
Nuclear medicine technologists must pass a national certification examination administered by either the ARRT (American Registry of Radiologic Technologists) or the NMTCB (Nuclear Medicine Technology Certification Board). The ARRT Nuclear Medicine Technology (N) exam and the NMTCB CNMT exam both cover radiation safety, nuclear medicine procedures, radiopharmacy, instrumentation and quality control, patient care, and imaging techniques. Both exams require graduation from a JRCNMT-accredited program as a prerequisite for eligibility.
State Licensing Requirements
VerifiedNo State License Required
National certification (ARRT(N) or NMTCB) and NRC compliance still required
State License Title
No state license required
Alaska does not require state licensure or registration for nuclear medicine technologists.
Nuclear medicine technologists work with radioactive materials to create diagnostic images and administer therapeutic radiopharmaceuticals. Licensing requirements vary by state but generally require graduation from an accredited program and national certification through ARRT(N) or NMTCB. All nuclear medicine technologists must comply with NRC (Nuclear Regulatory Commission) or Agreement State radiation control regulations. States without additional licensing requirements still require compliance with federal and state radiation safety standards.
Modalities & Work Settings
VerifiedImaging Modalities
SPECT, PET, PET/CT, cardiac nuclear imaging, thyroid imaging and therapy, bone scans
Work Settings
Hospitals, outpatient imaging centers, nuclear medicine departments, PET/CT centers
Procedures Performed
Radiopharmaceutical preparation and administration, SPECT imaging, PET/CT imaging, cardiac stress testing, thyroid uptake and imaging, bone scans, quality control testing
Supervision Requirements
No state-defined supervision requirements; NRC regulations require technologists to work under the supervision of an authorized user physician
Nuclear medicine technologists prepare and administer radiopharmaceuticals to patients for diagnostic imaging and therapeutic procedures. They operate gamma cameras, SPECT scanners, PET scanners, and PET/CT systems. Common procedures include cardiac stress testing with radioactive tracers, thyroid uptake and imaging studies, bone scans, lung perfusion/ventilation studies, and sentinel node imaging. Technologists also perform quality control testing on imaging equipment and ensure radiation safety for patients, staff, and the public. All nuclear medicine technologists work under the supervision of an authorized user physician (typically a nuclear medicine physician or radiologist).
| Fee | Amount |
|---|---|
Application Fee No state license or registration fee required | N/A |
Certification Fee NMTCB exam fee; ARRT exam fee is $225 (voluntary, not state-required) | $175 |
Renewal Fee No state license to renew; NMTCB and ARRT annual renewal approximately $40 each | N/A |
Total Initial Fees National certification only (NMTCB $175 or ARRT $225); no state fees | $175-$225 |
Renewal & CE Requirements
VerifiedN/A - no state license to renew
Renewal Period
0 hrs
CE Hours Required
N/A
Renewal Fee
CE Details
No state-mandated CE requirements. National certification through NMTCB requires 24 CE credits per 2 years; ARRT requires 24 CE credits per 2 years.
Fee Notes
No state license to renew; NMTCB and ARRT annual renewal approximately $40 each
Regulatory Board
Nuclear medicine technologist certifications and state licenses typically must be renewed every 2 years. Both ARRT and NMTCB require completion of continuing education credits for renewal. CE topics include radiation safety, nuclear medicine procedures, radiopharmacy, quality control, patient care, and regulatory updates. Some states have additional CE requirements beyond national certification renewal requirements.
Out-of-State Reciprocity
VerifiedEndorsement Available
No
Comity Available
No
Reciprocity Requirements
Because ARRT(N) and NMTCB(CNMT) certifications are nationally recognized, nuclear medicine technologists with valid national certification can generally transfer to other states. However, states with additional licensing requirements may require separate state registration or licensing even with valid national certification. Some states may also require additional radioactive materials handling training. Technologists should verify state-specific requirements before beginning practice in a new jurisdiction.
Alaska is one of the few states with no state-level licensing or registration requirement for nuclear medicine technologists. The NRC directly regulates radioactive materials in Alaska since it is not an NRC Agreement State.
Alaska does not require state licensure or registration for nuclear medicine technologists.
Alaska is an NRC-regulated state (not an Agreement State), so the NRC directly oversees radioactive materials.
Employers typically require ARRT(N) or NMTCB(CNMT) certification even though the state does not mandate it.
Facilities must comply with NRC 10 CFR Part 35 regulations for medical use of byproduct material.
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Cost
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Processing
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Radiology Career Ladder
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Nuclear Medicine Technologist
Associate/bachelor's + ARRT(N) or NMTCB
Associate/bachelor's in radiography + ARRT
$85,870
Bachelor's in radiation therapy + ARRT(T)
$120,310
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Nuclear Medicine Technologist
Associate/bachelor's + ARRT(N) or NMTCB
Salary data from BLS OEWS May 2024 for this state. Career paths represent common advancement routes — actual progression may vary. Bureau of Labor Statistics — Occupational Outlook Handbook
Government fees and exam costs to obtain your initial license
Note: These are government licensing fees only. Education/training program costs (tuition, books, etc.) are not included as they vary widely by institution.
Estimated total: 108–218 weeks
Timeline estimated from licensing requirements on this page.
Source: Alaska Department of Health, Division of Public Health
N/A - no state licensing process
Estimated processing time
Source: Alaska Department of Health, Division of Public Health
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Alaska follows national certification requirements for nuclear medicine technologists. All nuclear medicine technologists must comply with NRC and state radiation control regulations. Licensing is managed through Alaska Department of Health, Radiological Health Program.
Requirements vary by state. Always verify current requirements with your state licensing authority and the NRC.