This bill amends the age and education requirements for individuals seeking to qualify as radiologic technologists in New Jersey. Specifically, it lowers the minimum age from 18 to 16 years and allows applicants to demonstrate their educational qualifications by either successfully completing a four-year course of study in a secondary school approved by the State Board of Education or by enrolling in an alternative education program that leads to a high school diploma or equivalent. The bill aims to alleviate workforce shortages in the field of radiologic technology.

Additionally, the bill maintains the requirement for applicants to be of good moral character and introduces a more detailed framework for specific licensing areas within radiologic technology. This includes stipulations for various specialties, such as diagnostic x-ray technologists and radiation therapy technologists, each requiring completion of approved courses or equivalent training. The board is tasked with establishing criteria and standards for these programs to ensure compliance with educational requirements. The act is set to take effect immediately upon passage.

Statutes affected:
Introduced: 26:2D-29