North America

United States

• Licensing: State‑based; varies widely
• National Certification: ARRT, ARDMS, NMTCB, CCI, ISCD
• Accreditation: JRCERT, CAAHEP
• Notes: One of the most complex regulatory systems globally

Canada

• Licensing: Provincial
• Regulators:
  • Ontario: College of Medical Radiation and Imaging Technologists of Ontario
  • British Columbia: BC College of Nurses and Midwives (formerly CMTBC)
  • Alberta: Alberta College of Medical Diagnostic & Therapeutic Technologists
• National Certification: Canadian Association of Medical Radiation Technologists
• Notes: Highly standardized education and competency requirements

Europe

United Kingdom

• Licensing: National
• Regulator: Health and Care Professions Council
• Professional Body: Society & College of Radiographers
• Notes: Mandatory registration; strong emphasis on continuing professional development

Ireland

• Licensing: National
• Regulator: CORU (Radiographers Registration Board)
• Notes: Similar to UK model

European Union (General)

• Licensing: Country‑specific
• Common Framework: European Federation of Radiographer Societies
• Examples:
  • Germany: State‑recognized “MTRA” qualification
  • France: National diploma and Ministry of Health registration
  • Italy: National professional register (TSRM)

Australia & New Zealand

Australia

• Licensing: National
• Regulator: Medical Radiation Practice Board of Australia
• Accreditation: Australian Society of Medical Imaging and Radiation Therapy
• Notes: One of the most structured systems globally

New Zealand

• Licensing: National
• Regulator: Medical Radiation Technologists Board
• Notes: Mandatory annual practicing certificate

Asia

Japan

• Licensing: National
• Regulator: Ministry of Health, Labour and Welfare
• Notes: Requires national exam; highly standardized

South Korea

• Licensing: National
• Regulator: Ministry of Health and Welfare
• Notes: Strong academic and clinical requirements

India

• Licensing: State‑based but inconsistent
• National Oversight: Atomic Energy Regulatory Board (for radiation safety)
• Notes: Rapidly developing regulatory structure

Philippines

• Licensing: National
• Regulator: Professional Regulation Commission
• Notes: Requires national board exam

Middle East

Saudi Arabia

• Licensing: National
• Regulator: Saudi Commission for Health Specialties
• Notes: Requires credential verification and exam

United Arab Emirates

• Licensing: Emirate‑specific (Dubai, Abu Dhabi, etc.)
• Regulators:
  • Dubai Health Authority
  • Department of Health Abu Dhabi
• Notes: International credentialing common

Africa

South Africa

• Licensing: National
• Regulator: Health Professions Council of South Africa
• Notes: Strong formal training requirements

Nigeria

• Licensing: National
• Regulator: Radiographers Registration Board of Nigeria
• Notes: Mandatory registration and continuing education

Latin America

Brazil

• Licensing: National
• Regulator: CONTER (Federal Council of Radiologic Technologists)
• Notes: Strict national standards

Mexico

• Licensing: National + state variations
• Regulator: Ministry of Health
• Notes: Certification often tied to academic institutions

Global Accreditation Bodies (Education & Programs)

Organization	Region	Role
JRCERT	USA	Accredits radiography, therapy, RA programs
CAAHEP	USA	Accredits sonography & NMT programs
CART	Canada	Accredits medical radiation technology programs
HCPC	UK	Licenses radiographers
EFRS	Europe	Harmonizes radiography education
ASMIRT	Australia	Accredits imaging programs
MRTB	New Zealand	Licenses technologists
IAEA	Global	Provides radiation safety standards

Global Certification Bodies (Professionals)

Certification Body	Region	Applies To
ARRT	USA	Radiography, CT, MRI, Mammo, Nuc Med, Therapy
ARDMS	Global	Sonography
NMTCB	Global	Nuclear Medicine, PET
CCI	Global	Cardiac & vascular ultrasound
ISCD	Global	Bone densitometry
CAMRT	Canada	MRT certification
HCPC	UK	Radiographer registration
ASMIRT	Australia	Credentialing & CPD