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CRA Exam Dates

The CRA Exam is administered twice a year in the Spring and Fall. Please note that the CRA Exam Content Outline is changing for the Fall window.

*Late applications may be accepted up to 15 days after the application deadline with an additional $50 late fee — please contact us for more information.

**Scores from the Fall 2026 test window will be released in early January 2027.

Resources

• Read the Spring 2026 CRA Exam Content Outline here: Test Specifications
• Read the Fall 2026 CRA Exam Content Outline here: Fall 2026 CRA Exam Content Outline

Test Locations

Approved exam candidates will receive instructions to schedule their test appointments 30-45 days before the start of the exam window. You can choose to take the exam either at a testing center or remotely via proctoring.

Testing Centers

The CRA exam is offered at proctored testing centers across the country. Available dates and times vary by location. International testing sites are also available; additional fees may apply.

View the current list of testing locations

Remote Proctoring

ProctorU allows you to take the exam from anywhere at a time that works for you. To use this option, you will need a computer with a webcam, microphone, and a stable internet connection.

Check your system compatibility here: ProctorU Equipment Requirements

Test Accommodations

The Radiology Administrator Certification Commission (RACC) is committed to providing equal access to certification for all candidates. The RACC complies fully with the requirements of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and provides reasonable testing accommodations at no additional cost to individuals with documented disabilities.

Candidates may request test accommodations no later than 30 days before their scheduled exam date. Requests must be submitted using the Test Accommodation Form and must include documentation signed by a qualified licensed practitioner.

Examples of qualified licensed practitioners include:

• Health condition, mobility, hearing, speech, or visual impairment: physician, orthopedic specialist, audiologist, speech pathologist, ophthalmologist, or optometrist
• Psychological disorder: psychiatrist, psychologist, neuropsychologist, licensed professional counselor, or clinical social worker

Download the Test Accommodation Form - Coming soon!

Application and Exam Fees

CRA application and exam fees for 2026 are outlined below. The CRA Application will open for the Spring test window on February 2, 2026. 

*Fall exam fees are discounted because exam results will be held until January 2027.

Need Financial Support?

AHRA and the AHRA Education Foundation offer CRA Scholarships to support professionals pursuing the CRA designation. Learn more now!

Test Results

CRA exam results are provided directly by Meazure Learning. Most candidates receive their score report immediately after completing the exam.

In some cases, an exam window may be selected for statistical review as part of the test development process. If this occurs, candidates will be notified during registration and should expect to receive results approximately 4 to 6 weeks after the close of the exam window.

All exams are scored on a pass/fail basis. Each candidate receives a diagnostic score report outlining performance in each exam domain.

Note: Official CRA certificates and credential information are sent to newly certified CRAs approximately 4 weeks after the end of the testing window. The score displayed at the conclusion of the computer based exam is considered official.

Prepare for your test day → Certification Preparation