How to Get Your Radiologic Technologist License in Connecticut (2026)

## How to Become a Licensed Radiologic Technologist in Connecticut Radiologic technologists in Connecticut perform X-rays, fluoroscopy, CT, MRI, mammography, and nuclear medicine imaging in hospitals, outpatient imaging centers, and specialty practices across one of the most densely healthcare-served states in the Northeast. Connecticut requires ARRT certification and a state license through the Connecticut Department of Public Health (DPH) before you may practice as a radiologic technologist. ### Step 1: Complete a JRCERT-Accredited Radiologic Technology Program Your educational credential must come from a program accredited by the Joint Review Committee on Education in Radiologic Technology (JRCERT). The standard pathway is a two-year Associate of Applied Science (AAS) in Radiologic Technology. A Bachelor of Science in Radiologic Technology (BSRT) is also available and is preferred for candidates pursuing CT, MRI, or imaging management positions. Connecticut's proximity to the New York City and Boston metro areas means many students also attend programs in neighboring states. Programs within Connecticut are offered at hospital-affiliated schools and community colleges. All JRCERT programs include clinical rotations with mandatory competency evaluations in positioning, technique, image assessment, and patient care. ### Step 2: Earn Your ARRT Certification The American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) issues the nationally recognized primary credential: **R.T.(R) — Radiographer**, covering general X-ray and fluoroscopy. ARRT exam details: - Fee: approximately $225 - Format: computer-based, approximately 3 hours - Eligibility requires JRCERT graduation and ethics clearance After R.T.(R), specialty credentials include R.T.(CT) for CT, R.T.(MR) for MRI, R.T.(M) for mammography, and R.T.(NM) for nuclear medicine. Connecticut's affluent suburban imaging market and large academic centers create strong demand for all specialties. ARRT requires **24 CE credits every two years** to maintain your registration. ### Step 3: Apply for Your Connecticut License The licensing authority is the **Connecticut Department of Public Health (DPH), Radiologic Technology section**. You must hold a valid state license before beginning unsupervised practice. Requirements: - Completed application to CT DPH - License fee (typically in the $100–$175 range; verify the current fee on the CT DPH website) - Proof of ARRT R.T.(R) certification - Proof of graduation from a JRCERT-accredited program - Criminal background check authorization Connecticut licenses are subject to renewal cycles. Maintain your renewal to avoid any lapse in your practice authorization. Reciprocity or endorsement from another state license may be available; contact CT DPH for current reciprocity agreements. ### Continuing Education Requirements Connecticut follows ARRT's 24 CE per two-year cycle as the continuing education standard for radiologic technologists. Verify current state-specific CE requirements with CT DPH, as Connecticut may have additional or updated requirements applicable to specific practice settings or modalities. CE credits can be earned through ASRT online courses, regional and national imaging conferences, vendor-sponsored programs on ARRT's approved list, and JRCERT-accredited continuing education. The Connecticut Society of Radiologic Technologists (CSRT) offers state-specific continuing education opportunities. ### Radiologic Technologist Specializations in Connecticut Connecticut's healthcare market is dominated by large academic and integrated health systems, with a dense outpatient imaging network serving suburban populations: - **CT Technologist (R.T.(CT)):** High demand at Yale New Haven, Hartford HealthCare, and Trinity campuses; emergency and oncology volumes are substantial. - **MRI Technologist (R.T.(MR)):** Strong demand statewide; Connecticut's affluent suburban market supports a large orthopedic, sports medicine, and neurology outpatient MRI base. - **Mammography (R.T.(M)):** Breast health programs at major systems; 3D tomosynthesis is standard at Connecticut's larger centers. - **Interventional Radiology:** IR suites at Yale New Haven and Hartford Hospital pay at the top of Connecticut's RT range. - **Nuclear Medicine (R.T.(NM)):** Yale Cancer Center and Yale New Haven Health's oncology programs are significant PET/CT employers. ### Connecticut Radiologic Technologist Salary Ranges Connecticut consistently ranks among the higher-paying states for radiologic technologists in the Northeast: - **General radiographer (R.T.(R)):** $65,000–$85,000 - **CT technologist:** $78,000–$98,000 - **MRI technologist:** $80,000–$100,000 - **Interventional radiology tech:** $85,000–$110,000+ - **Travel/contract RT:** $50–$72 per hour; Connecticut's proximity to New York makes it an active travel RT market Connecticut's high cost of living — particularly in Fairfield County — is a relevant factor when comparing nominal wages to states with lower costs. ### Top Employers for Radiologic Technologists in Connecticut - **Yale New Haven Health System (New Haven, Bridgeport, Greenwich, Westerly RI):** The state's largest health system and home to Yale New Haven Hospital, a major academic medical center and Level 1 trauma center - **Hartford HealthCare (Hartford and statewide):** Dominant integrated health system in Central and Eastern Connecticut; Hartford Hospital is a flagship employer - **Trinity Health of New England (Hartford, Waterbury, Springfield MA):** Saint Francis Hospital and Medical Center and multiple Connecticut campuses - **Stamford Health (Stamford):** Fairfield County employer serving the Greenwich/Stamford corridor; influences wages due to proximity to New York City - **Nuvance Health / Vassar Brothers (merged into NYP-affiliated network):** Danbury Hospital, Sharon Hospital, and related Litchfield County facilities - **VA Connecticut Healthcare System (West Haven and Newington):** Federal employer with stable imaging department - **Outpatient imaging centers:** Dense suburban outpatient market; radiology group-affiliated imaging centers and hospital-owned outpatient sites throughout Connecticut - **Mobile imaging companies:** Serve long-term care and assisted living facilities statewide