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American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) Registered Radiologist Assistant (R.R.A.) Examination

600 questions

About this exam

The American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) Registered Radiologist Assistant (R.R.A.) Examination is a certification exam for qualified radiologic technologists pursuing the advanced R.R.A. credential. It assesses knowledge relevant to working with radiologists in an expanded clinical role; it is not an entry-level radiography exam. Candidates generally need to complete the required education and clinical preparation and meet ARRT’s current credential, degree, ethics, and other eligibility requirements. Check ARRT’s latest R.R.A. certification materials for the rules that apply to your application.

R.R.A. exam preparation should follow ARRT’s current content specifications, with attention to radiologic anatomy and cross-sectional image recognition, pathophysiology and disease patterns, patient history and clinical assessment, and physical examination findings. Candidates need to connect these topics to clinical decision-making, not simply memorize definitions. Start by identifying weaker areas, then review authoritative course materials and use practice questions to check whether you can apply concepts. The exam blueprint and candidate guidance are the best sources for confirming the current scope and structure.

How to prepare for the ARRT R.R.A. Examination

  1. Use the current ARRT R.R.A. content specifications to organize a study plan, and give focused review time to anatomy and image recognition, disease patterns, patient assessment, and clinical findings.
  2. Practice applying information to patient-care scenarios. After each question set, review why the correct answer fits and why the alternatives do not; keep a list of recurring gaps to revisit.
  3. Build timed study sessions as the exam approaches, while using ARRT’s current candidate handbook and official eligibility guidance to confirm exam policies, application requirements, and any updates.

FAQ

Who is eligible to take the ARRT Registered Radiologist Assistant Examination?

Eligibility generally involves completing the required R.R.A. education and clinical preparation and meeting ARRT’s applicable certification, degree, ethics, and other requirements. Review ARRT’s current R.R.A. eligibility guidance because requirements can change.

What is the format of the ARRT R.R.A. Examination?

The examination is delivered by computer and follows ARRT’s published content specifications. Consult the current candidate handbook for the applicable question format, timing, and exam-day policies.

What subjects should I study for the R.R.A. exam?

Use the current ARRT content specifications as your guide. Key review areas include radiologic anatomy and cross-sectional image recognition, pathophysiology, patient history and clinical assessment, and physical examination findings.