Rad Tech Survival Guide: How to Pass Your ARRT Board Exam + 10 Bonus PDFs!

Struggling with how to pass the ARRT Board Exam?
You’re not alone — and you don’t have to figure it out alone either.

After 25+ years working as a radiologic technologist, professor, and mentor,
I created this 100+ page Survival Guide to give you everything you need to walk into your ARRT exam with confidence — and walk out a licensed Rad Tech.

✅ Proven study techniques (not just "read and memorize")
✅ Real-world exam day strategies and mindset tools
✅ Focused plans to organize your studying and build your confidence

This guide isn’t just “study tips” —
it's a complete step-by-step system to help you study smarter, stay calm, and pass your boards faster.

And because I believe in giving back to the next generation of rad techs,
I’m offering the entire guide — PLUS 10 bonus printables and study tools — for just $6.

Bonus Guides:

1. Study Schedules 📅

Content to include:

• 3-month intensive plan
• 6-month standard plan
• 1-month emergency plan
• Weekly breakdown of topics
• Daily study time recommendations
• Strategic review periods

Engagement techniques:

• "Imagine yourself confidently walking into the exam room, knowing you've covered everything..."
• "You know what separates successful candidates? It's not just knowledge—it's strategic preparation..."
• "Now that you've mapped out Week 1, let's tackle something even more important..."

2. Content Checklists ✓

Content to include:

• Comprehensive topic list organized by exam sections
• Difficulty ratings for each topic
• Space for confidence ratings
• Progress tracking mechanism
• Priority indicators for high-yield topics

Engagement techniques:

• "Take a moment to celebrate each checkmark—you're one step closer to success..."
• "Wondering which topics deserve extra attention? Here's the insider secret..."
• "Did you notice your confidence growing with each section you master?"

3. Formula Sheets 🧮

Content to include:

• Radiographic exposure formulas
• Inverse square law calculations
• Contrast and density relationships
• Technical factor conversions
• Radiation protection calculations
• Practice problems with step-by-step solutions

Engagement techniques:

• "Here's why mastering these formulas will save you valuable exam time..."
• "Remember struggling with these calculations? Let's make them second nature..."
• "Picture yourself quickly solving these problems on exam day..."

4. Positioning Guides 🧍

Content to include:

• Patient positioning diagrams
• Central ray angulations
• Common errors and corrections
• Special considerations for challenging patients
• Critical anatomy landmarks
• Exposure factor recommendations

Engagement techniques:

• "The difference between passing and excelling often comes down to positioning precision..."
• "Now that you understand basic positioning, let's tackle something many students miss..."
• "Imagine your confidence when faced with any positioning challenge..."

5. Dose Calculation Worksheets 📊

Content to include:

• Step-by-step calculation guides
• Practice problems with increasing difficulty
• Common conversion factors
• Special population considerations
• Error analysis guidance
• Quick reference charts

Engagement techniques:

• "Let's turn what many find intimidating into your competitive advantage..."
• "After completing these worksheets, dose calculations will become second nature..."
• "You're already halfway through—notice how much easier these problems seem now?"

6. Anatomy Flashcards 🦴

Content to include:

• Anatomical structures by region
• Radiographic appearance descriptions
• Pathology indicators
• Positioning considerations
• Memory aids for complex structures
• Self-quiz questions

Engagement techniques:

• "Picture yourself identifying these structures instantly on exam day..."
• "Here's a technique experienced radiographers use to never mistake these structures..."
• "Ready for a challenge? See if you can identify these without looking at the answers..."

7. Mock Exam Questions 📝

Content to include:

• Questions mirroring actual board exam format
• Detailed explanations for correct and incorrect answers
• Difficulty indicators
• Time management suggestions
• Strategic answering techniques
• Topic-specific mini-tests

Engagement techniques:

• "Notice how this question is designed to test not just knowledge, but application..."
• "Let's decode what the exam writers are really testing with this type of question..."
• "After mastering these questions, imagine your confidence walking into the real exam..."

8. Error Tracking Templates 📉

Content to include:

• Question type analysis sheets
• Topic weakness identification
• Error pattern recognition
• Improvement planning space
• Progress tracking graphs
• Performance analytics guidance

Engagement techniques:

• "This is where successful candidates separate themselves from the rest..."
• "Imagine turning every mistake into a stepping stone toward mastery..."
• "You'll start seeing patterns that reveal exactly what needs your attention..."

9. Mnemonics Guide 🧠

Content to include:

• Memory aids for complex concepts
• Visual association techniques
• Acronym collections by topic
• Create-your-own mnemonic worksheets
• Spaced repetition guidance
• Retention testing strategies

Engagement techniques:

• "Ever notice how some concepts just won't stick? Here's the remedy..."
• "These memory techniques are what top performers use when conventional studying fails..."
• "By this point, you're probably noticing patterns that make memorization easier..."

10. Resources List 📚

Content to include:

• Curated book recommendations with specific strengths
• Trusted websites with specialty content
• Mobile apps for on-the-go studying
• Study group formation guidance
• Professional organization resources
• Additional practice test sources

Engagement techniques:

• "The difference between good and great often comes down to which resources you trust..."
• "Imagine having expert guidance at your fingertips whenever you need it..."
• "As you finish preparing, these resources will help fill any remaining knowledge gaps..."