Quick facts
- Board Name
- Washington State Department of Health, Office of Radiologic Technology
- Renewal Cycle
- 2 years
- CE Period
- 2-year biennium aligned with the ARRT continuing education cycle
- Rule Citation
- RCW 18.84; WAC 246-926
- Hour Requirement
- 24 Category A or A+ CE credits every 2 years
- Accepted Providers
- CE activities approved by an ARRT-Recognized Continuing Education Evaluation Mechanism (RCEEM), the ASRT, or another state-recognized provider
- State-Mandated Topics
- No additional state-mandated topics beyond the ARRT biennial requirement; all hours must be in content relevant to the licensee's scope of practice.
- Records Retention
- at least 3 years
Governing authority and what the rule requires
Washington State Department of Health, Office of Radiologic Technology sets the licensure standard for radiologic technologists in Washington. The substantive rule citation is RCW 18.84; WAC 246-926.
In practice, Washington licensees almost universally hold ARRT certification, and the ARRT requires 24 Category A or A+ CE credits every two-year biennium. Audits, whether from the state board or the ARRT, are looking for the same kind of documentation: clean certificates, correct categories, and dates that fall inside the cycle.
How Washington radiologic technologist CE audits typically work
After a renewal cycle, a percentage of licensees are selected for review. Selection is generally random. The audit notice arrives by mail or secure email through the contact information on file with Washington State Department of Health, Office of Radiologic Technology (or, for ARRT-side audits, with the ARRT directly).
- The notice identifies the audit period and lists exactly what documentation to provide.
- Response windows are usually around 30 days, sometimes longer for first requests.
- Reviewers compare your submitted certificates to your attested totals and to any category-specific requirements (for example, fluoroscopy, mammography, or digital radiography content).
- Most audits close quietly with a clearance letter when the documentation matches.
- If something is missing, the board (or ARRT) typically issues a follow-up letter with a defined window to cure the deficiency.
Documentation commonly requested
Audit notices are usually specific about what they want. Read the notice slowly and build a checklist directly from it. The most common items requested for radiologic technologists include:
- Certificates of completion for every CE activity claimed during the cycle.
- Each certificate should clearly show: your name as it appears on your license/ARRT registration, the provider name and RCEEM approval number, the course title, the date(s) completed, the number of Category A or A+ credits awarded, and the content category.
- Documentation of any modality-specific or state-mandated content (for example, fluoroscopy, mammography MQSA, digital radiography, ethics, or jurisprudence as applicable).
- Your ARRT CE transcript or a personal CE log mapping each activity to the cycle and category.
- Documentation for any structured self-assessment (SA-CE) credits, academic coursework, or teaching/authoring credits used to meet the requirement.
Washington-specific and modality-specific content
Beyond a total hour count, certain categories carry additional content expectations. Make sure each required topic is covered by a certificate that names the topic explicitly.
- No additional state-mandated topics beyond the ARRT biennial requirement; all hours must be in content relevant to the licensee's scope of practice.
Common pitfalls radiologic technologists run into
- Submitting Category B credits when only Category A or A+ count toward the ARRT biennial requirement.
- Certificates that do not list the RCEEM approval number or that do not specify the credit category.
- Counting CE earned outside the cycle window, or assuming hours roll over (they generally do not).
- Forgetting modality-specific content tied to a fluoroscopy or mammography permit.
- Letting an employer's in-service tracker stand in for actual provider certificates when an audit hits.
How to assemble a clean response
Gather your records in one place. A folder on your desktop, a printed binder, or a shared drive all work. You don't need a complicated system. You just need to be able to find things.
Name each PDF with the date, course title, credits, and category (for example, "2024-03-15 Digital Radiography Fundamentals 2.0 A.pdf"). Group certificates by category that maps to the board's request: mandated/modality content first, then general Category A credits. Add a one-page cover sheet that summarizes total credits and points the reviewer to the matching documents.
If your hours fall short
First-time shortfalls are usually handled administratively. The board (or ARRT) generally allows a defined window to complete makeup credits and submit updated documentation. Honest, prompt communication is far better than silence.
If the shortfall is significant or repeated, the matter may move toward formal action that can affect both your state license and your ARRT registration. At that point, calm documentation of how you are coming into compliance, plus a written plan to prevent recurrence, makes a meaningful difference.
Possible outcomes
- Maintain active licensure and the ability to legally practice as a radiologic technologist in Washington.
- Preserve ARRT certification and registration in good standing.
- Avoid disciplinary action such as fines, probation, or suspension for non-compliance.
- Ensure your practice continues to reflect current imaging standards, dose-optimization guidance, and patient-safety expectations.
A simple audit-response checklist
- 1Read the audit notice slowly. Note the deadline and exact list of documents requested.
- 2Make a simple folder labeled with the cycle dates being audited.
- 3Pull certificates of completion for every CE activity in that cycle.
- 4Match each certificate to the topic area or category your board requires.
- 5Save proof of license renewal and any required attestations.
- 6If a certificate is missing, contact the provider for a duplicate before the deadline.
- 7Scan everything as clean PDFs, named with date and course title.
- 8Submit through the channel the board requests. Keep a copy and a confirmation.
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Frequently asked questions
Real Outcomes Reported by BoardWise Users
BoardWise users have reported outcomes including:
- Complaint dismissals
- Successful responses to board inquiries
- Passing continuing education audits
- Early probation termination
- Improved understanding of licensing board procedures
Individual outcomes vary and depend on the facts of each case.
Optional Attorney Document Review
Before you send anything to the board, BoardWise can match radiologic technologist in Washington with an independent, state-licensed attorney for an optional limited-scope review of the document you prepared:
- We match you with an independent attorney licensed in your state
- They review and suggest revisions to your document before you submit it to the board
- Focused, limited-scope review at a fixed fee rather than a full retainer
- A second set of eyes on wording, tone, and anything that may need a closer look
What does the attorney review cost? Pricing depends on the complexity of your matter and the scope of review, but most BoardWise lawyer reviews are approximately $250–$500. You’ll see the specific fee before deciding whether to proceed.
Optional limited-scope attorney review may be available for an additional fixed fee. Attorney availability, conflicts review, eligibility requirements, and additional terms apply. If an attorney accepts the matter, the client will contract with and pay the independent attorney directly.
Print & FedEx Overnight Delivery
Finishing the document is only part of the job. BoardWise Document Delivery lets radiologic technologist in Washington send the finished packet straight to the board without a trip to the post office:
- FedEx Overnight delivery for street addresses when your deadline is close
- USPS Priority Express and USPS Certified Mail for P.O. Box board addresses
- Printing, packaging, and postage handled for you, with tracking on every order
- Confirmation and tracking details emailed to you as your package moves
What does it cost? $150 for FedEx Overnight and $99 for USPS Priority Express or Certified Mail. You see the exact price and the full address details before you authorize the order.
Printing and mailing are fulfilled by Mailform. You are responsible for meeting your own deadline, so keep an electronic copy and watch the tracking information.
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BoardWise is not a law firm and does not provide legal advice or representation. This guide is educational only and reflects general practice in the United States. Your state licensing board is the official source for current requirements. If your situation involves formal discipline or a hearing, consider consulting a licensed attorney in your state.