We’ve been saying it for years…
Why in the WORLD do license Radiographers have to take an EXTRA TEST just for the state of California?!
Some said, “money grab.” Others said, “because Cali has to add extra layers of regulations to everything!”
Who would predict that the Great State of California would NULIFY the need to take the California Fluoroscopy License Exam after all this time?
The real kicker?
They are predating it back to 2011!
Yep.
If you got your ARRT license from 2011 forward, you didn’t need a California Fluoroscopy Exam License.
Here’s your proof. Might not be there forever so I’ll make my own copy.
Refunds Anyone?
As soon as I heard this news, I posted this on some Facebook groups catering to radiology employees.
Some are currently pending to take the exam. One as early as Monday of next week!
Why wouldn’t the CDPH tell these people that the rules had changed?
Is that all they planned on doing was slipping out a notice on their state website?
Government at its Finest
“A Radiologic Technology Certification Committee (RTCC) subcommittee named Fluoroscopy Content Within Current ARRT Examination was established at the April 2, 2014 RTCC meeting”
The committee to review this was established in 2014!
Here’s the real kicker though…
The committee was composed of “representatives from the ARRT and Rad Tech school program directors.”
Who knows better what techs go through in rad tech school than licensed techs and rad tech program directors? Why would it take SIX years to come to this conclusion?
Edit: I should say that it is probably these exact individuals who finally got this unnecessary test removed for ARRT license holders. Without talking to them on a Zoom, I won’t condemn.
But the Fun Continues
This document states that this is effective October 1, 2020…right?
Then why does it continue on page two to say that “Between Oct 1, 2020 and November 1, 2020 we will continue to accept the existing California Radiologic Technologist Fluoroscopy Permit Application form.”?????
Unless your job demands it, just wait until after November 2 and file for your fluoro license.
I guess, those of you who need the license, can just be thankful that it finally got overturned?
Can this year get any crazier?!
More Information if Needed
Here’s the page with all the FAQs if you need more info.
Radiologic Technologist Fluoroscopy Permit Application – Examination Not Required
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
ELIGIBILITY
1. Who is eligible to receive the California Radiologic Technologist Fluoroscopy Permit without taking the fluoroscopy examination?
Individuals who have graduated on or after January 1, 2011 from a diagnostic radiologic technology program accredited by the Joint Review Committee on Education in Radiologic Technology (JRCERT) and passed the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) radiography examination; or
Individuals certified by ARRT on or after January 1, 2011 in Radiography, and who are current ARRT registrants.
APPLICATIONS
2. I am eligible to receive the California Radiologic Technologist Fluoroscopy Permit without taking the fluoroscopy examination. What application do I submit?
Between October 1, 2020 and November 1, 2020 we will continue to accept the existing California Radiologic Technologist Fluoroscopy Permit Application form CDPH 8218 (3/19) (PDF). Please use this form until November 1, 2020.
Effective November 2, 2020, individuals who are eligible to receive theCalifornia Radiologic Technologist Fluoroscopy Permit without taking the Fluoroscopy examination must submit the Radiologic Technologist Fluoroscopy Permit Application – Examination Not Required form CDPH 8228 (11/20) (PDF). This form is not yet available. Please use form CDPH 8218 (3/10) (PDF) until November 1, 2020.
3. I am NOT eligible to receive the California Radiologic Technologist Fluoroscopy Permit without taking the fluoroscopy examination. What application do I submit?
Between October 1, 2020 and November 1, 2020 we will continue to accept the existing California Radiologic Technologist Fluoroscopy Permit Application form CDPH 8218 (3/19) (PDF).
Effective November 2, 2020, individuals who are not eligible to receive the California Radiologic Technologist Fluoroscopy Permit without taking the Fluoroscopy examination must submit the Radiologic Technologist Fluoroscopy Permit Application – Examination Required form CDPH 8218 (11/20) (PDF). This form is not yet available. Please use form CDPH 8218 (3/10) (PDF) until November 1, 2020.
4. Where can I find my application fees?
Fees are shown on the application forms. Application forms are located on our Forms Page.
5. I am eligible to receive the California Radiologic Technologist Fluoroscopy Permit without taking the fluoroscopy examination but I’ve already applied and/or received instructions on how to register for the examination. Do I need to notify CDPH-RHB or the ARRT?
We will review existing applications on file to determine eligibility. Those eligible to receive the permit without taking the fluoroscopy examination will be notified by December 31, 2020.
6. How long will it take to process my application?
Within 30 calendar days of receipt of your application the California Department of Public Health, Radiologic Health Branch (CDPH-RHB) will mail you a notification letter informing you of one of the following:
- That your application is complete; or
- That your application is not acceptable for filing and the next steps required.
7. Who can I contact to get the status of my initial application?
Please e-mail us at [email protected]. Include with your request, your name, the type of certificate/permit you applied for, and the date you sent your application or your examination date.
CHANGES
8. Can I update my name/addressonline?
No. Please send us a completed Report of Name or Address Change (PDF) located on our Forms page.
Fax this report to (916) 440-7900 or mail it to us at:
California Department of Public Health
Radiologic Health Branch, MS 7610
Certification Support Unit
P.O. Box 997414 Sacramento, CA 95899-7414
