The Hidden Costs of Annual Subscription CE: What Radiologic Technologists Should Know

Radiologic technologists need 24 CE credits every two years to maintain ARRT® certification and registration. On the surface, subscription-based CE platforms with “unlimited access” may sound convenient. In practice, they often create hidden costs, wasted time, and compliance headaches.

The Real Price of “Unlimited” CE Subscriptions

1. The Time Tax

Most subscription platforms require you to complete 12–24 mini-courses to reach 24 credits. That means:

• Multiple logins and dashboards

• Hours spent switching between modules

• Repeated fragmented tests

2. Certificate Chaos

Instead of one clean certificate, you’re left with:

• 12–24 separate certificates to track

• More effort to stay audit-ready

3. Reporting Complexity

Subscriptions multiply reporting steps:

• Multiple course entries for ARRT® renewal

• Higher chance of typos or confusion

• More paperwork to maintain for state boards

4. The Subscription Trap

Common pitfalls include:

• Auto-renewal surprises – price increases after the first year

• Cancellation hassles – buried settings and retention tactics

• Filler content – catalogs padded with low-value courses

• Security - storing payment details in accounts can expose card data to unnecessary risk.

Why TakeCE’s One-Time Model Wins

TakeCE.com eliminates subscription problems with a simple, affordable, one-course approach:

✔ One Comprehensive Course – Earn your entire 24 CE requirement in a single test

✔ One Certificate, One Report – Easier reporting with one Certificate

✔ No Auto-Renewals – One-time payment, no recurring charges

✔ Secure Payments – Processed through trusted providers; card details are never stored

Trusted by Professionals Nationwide

• 18,000+ professionals choose TakeCE each year

• 350,000+ CE credits awarded annually

• 22,000+ five-star reviews

Our CE courses are accepted for:

• ARRT® certification & registration

• State radiologic technology licenses (check your state’s requirements for specifics)

Real Value, No Games

Subscription CE banks on auto-renewals and filler content. TakeCE delivers what busy technologists actually need: comprehensive courses, instant certificates, and clear compliance.

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Disclaimer: This article is for informational purposes only. Always confirm CE requirements with your registry and state licensing authority.