WASHINGTON, DC – RACC: The Radiology Administration Certification Commission is announcing important updates to the Certified Radiology Administrator (CRA) examination beginning in Fall 2026. These changes reflect the RACC's ongoing commitment to ensuring the CRA credential remains aligned with current healthcare practices, leadership expectations, and evolving imaging administration competencies.
This fall, the CRA exam will debut a new exam form, marking a significant evolution in how candidates demonstrate their knowledge and skills. Because this updated form requires the establishment of a new passing point, scores from the Fall 2026 exam window will be released in mid‑January 2027. To support candidates during this transition, CRA exam fees for the fall window will be offered at half price.
Streamlined Content and Updated Competencies
The Fall 2026 CRA Exam Content Outline introduces several enhancements designed to better reflect the realities of today’s imaging leadership environment:
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A more concise and streamlined outline, offering clearer task and knowledge statements to help candidates understand expected competencies.
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Updated healthcare, technology, and leadership concepts across all domains, ensuring alignment with current industry practices.
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Reduced emphasis on procedural “skills” and greater focus on applying and analyzing knowledge in real‑world scenarios.
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Updated exam references, including forthcoming editions of the AHRA Professional Development Textbook Series. Fall exam candidates will receive a special discount on the new textbooks.
Candidates are encouraged to review and compare the updated content outlines to ensure they are fully prepared for the upcoming changes.
Important 2026 Exam Dates
Spring 2026 Window
Application Opens: Monday, February 2
Application Deadline: Monday, March 16
Testing Window: May 1–31
Fall 2026 Window
Application Opens: Wednesday, July 29
Application Deadline: Wednesday, September 16
Testing Window: November 1–30
Scores Released: Mid‑January 2027
Full details and updated resources are available on the CRA application webpage.
Maintaining the Integrity of the CRA Credential
The CRA program, including the examination, is governed by the Radiology Administration Certification Commission (RACC), an independent, self‑governing body dedicated to upholding the credential’s rigor, relevance, and value to the imaging leadership profession.
These updates represent an important step in ensuring that the CRA continues to reflect the competencies required of today’s radiology administrators and remains a trusted benchmark of professional excellence.
For additional details or inquiries, please visit the CRA website or contact the CRA Program team.