MRPBAPrep — MRPBA Examination Preparation

The question bank

Five sets. Built progressively.
The hardest saved for last.

Part A covers Common Capabilities (Domains 1–5). Part B covers Diagnostic Radiography — positioning, CT, and fluoroscopy. The real exam tests both.

Foundation — Core Knowledge

Physics of X-ray production, radiation interactions, exposure factors, digital imaging (CR and DR), basic anatomy, and introduction to CT. Every question includes a full clinical explanation of why the correct answer is right and why the distractors are wrong.

Live now103 questionsPart A + Part B

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Applied Knowledge — Clinical Depth

Harder questions requiring application of knowledge rather than simple recall. CT physics in depth — artefacts, dose optimisation, ATCM, iterative reconstruction, Hounsfield units, window settings. Contrast pharmacology, patient safety scenarios, and integrated clinical reasoning.

Live now104 questionsPart A + Part B

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Positioning & Procedures — Domain 1A_1

Every standard radiographic projection from Bontrager's Textbook 9th Edition and Merrill's Atlas 2016. Central ray angles, patient positioning criteria, anatomical landmarks, evaluation criteria, and image analysis. Domain 1A_1 is the most commonly failed sub-domain — this set fixes that.

Building now~180 questionsPart B · 1A_1

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Patient Care & Radiation Safety — Domains 2, 3, 5

Infection control cycle, transmission-based precautions, standard precautions, hand hygiene, emergency response (DRSABCD), body mechanics, informed consent, mandatory notification obligations, cultural safety, ARPANSA dose limits, ALARA, occupational dosimetry, and radiation incidents.

Building now~180 questionsPart A · Domains 2,3,5

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The Gold Standard — Highest Yield

199 of the highest-yield, most carefully curated questions on the platform. Drawn from every source available — Bontrager, Merrill's, Bushong, Mosby's, Lange, CT Physical Principles, Patient Care in Radiography, and the MRPBA Professional Capabilities framework. These questions represent the closest preparation to the actual examination experience available anywhere.

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CT & Imaging Technology · Part B · Domain 1A_3 Set 2 — Applied Knowledge

A radiographer notices that a CT image of the abdomen shows a series of concentric ring-shaped artefacts that are centred on the rotation isocentre of the scanner. The rings appear on multiple consecutive slices. The most likely cause of this artefact and the most appropriate corrective action are:

APatient motion during the scan — the patient should be asked to remain still and the scan repeated with a faster gantry rotation speed

BA malfunctioning or miscalibrated detector element — the scanner requires detector recalibration or replacement of the faulty detector channel before further clinical use

CBeam hardening from dense structures such as bone or surgical clips — apply a metal artefact reduction (MAR) algorithm during image reconstruction

DIncorrect pitch selection — reduce the pitch value to below 1.0 to increase data sampling in the z-axis direction

Correct answer: B — Detector fault requiring recalibration

Ring artefacts are concentric circles centred on the rotation isocentre and are a characteristic finding of 3rd-generation CT scanners (rotate-rotate geometry, which is the most common type in clinical use today). Because the same detector element samples the same geometric position at every angle of the 360° gantry rotation, any deviation in that detector's output from its neighbours is consistently recorded throughout the acquisition. The reconstruction algorithm converts this consistent offset into a ring at the corresponding radius from the isocentre. Ring artefacts are therefore a quality assurance indicator — their presence means a detector is malfunctioning or has drifted out of calibration. The correct response is to take the scanner out of clinical use and perform detector recalibration, or replace the faulty detector channel if recalibration fails.

Why the other options are wrong:
Motion artefact (A) produces streaks and blurring at the location of movement, not concentric rings. Beam hardening (C) produces a cupping artefact in uniform objects and dark bands between dense structures such as the shoulders — not rings. Pitch (D) affects z-axis coverage and dose but does not produce ring artefacts.

What's included

The full path from overseas
to Australian registration

Everything you need to know before sitting the examination — all in one place.

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Complete your overseas medical radiation qualification

Keep all academic transcripts, degree certificates, and current registration documents. You will need certified copies of everything when you apply to AHPRA.

Apply through AHPRA for registration assessment

Submit your application at ahpra.gov.au → International applicants → Medical Radiation Practice. AHPRA forwards your application to the MRPBA who assess whether your qualification is equivalent to an Australian-accredited program. Processing time: 3–6 months.

Receive the MRPBA assessment outcome

Three possible outcomes: (a) Direct registration — your qualification is equivalent; (b) Supervised practice period required; or (c) Text examination required. Most overseas-trained practitioners are directed to the text examination.

Prepare for and sit the MRPBA text examination MRPBAPrep supports this step

Part A (Common Capabilities, Domains 1–5) and Part B (Diagnostic Radiography, Domain 1A: 1A_1, 1A_2, 1A_3). Maximum 3 attempts. Minimum 3 months between attempts. Begin preparation during the 3–6 month waiting period — don't wait for your exam date.

Receive general registration and begin practising in Australia

Pass both parts → registration granted. Your name appears on the national AHPRA public register. Renews annually on 31 March. CPD must be completed each year to maintain registration.

AHPRA

Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency — manages registration and regulation of all 16 health professions in Australia. Processes applications, manages the national register, handles mandatory notifications.

ahpra.gov.au ↗

MRPBA

Medical Radiation Practice Board of Australia — the national board within AHPRA specifically for medical radiation practitioners. Sets registration standards, develops the Professional Capabilities framework, and conducts the text examination.

medicalradiationpracticeboard.gov.au ↗

~$390

Annual registration fee

Divisions: Radiographer, NMT, RT

31 Mar

Annual renewal date

English language requirements

IELTS Academic
Minimum 7.0 overall · No individual band below 7.0

OET
Minimum grade B in all four components

All fees and requirements are approximate and change regularly. Always verify current requirements directly at ahpra.gov.au before applying.

Australian Society of Medical Imaging and Radiation Therapy (ASMIRT)

ASMIRT is the peak professional body for diagnostic radiographers, radiation therapists, and nuclear medicine technologists in Australia. Membership is voluntary — not required for AHPRA registration — but provides professional indemnity insurance, CPD resources, and career support. Many employers require ASMIRT membership.

asmirt.org ↗

What ASMIRT provides

• Professional indemnity insurance
• CPD programs and webinars
• Journal of Medical Radiation Sciences
• Annual national conference
• Career support and job board
• Mentoring and scholarships

Membership fees (approximate)

• Full member: ~$350/year
• Associate member: ~$175/year
• Student member: ~$90/year
• Overseas member: ~$90/year

Verify current fees at asmirt.org

Part A — Common Capabilities

• Domain 1: Medical radiation practitioner
• Domain 2: Professional & ethical practitioner
• Domain 3: Communicator & collaborator
• Domain 4: Evidence-informed practitioner
• Domain 5: Radiation safety & risk manager

Part B — Diagnostic Radiography

• Domain 1A_1: Projectional radiography
• Domain 1A_2: Fluoroscopy & angiography
• Domain 1A_3: Computed tomography

Each sub-domain is scored separately. Candidates receive a performance report showing their score against the passing line for each sub-domain.

Key examination rules (MRPBA National Exam Guidelines 2022)

• Maximum 3 attempts at the examination
• Minimum 3 months between attempts
• Multiple forms of photographic ID required on the day
• Special consideration available for exceptional circumstances only — does not lower the pass mark
• The examination is set at the minimum capabilities level for safe practice

Source: MRPBA National Examination Guidelines, effective 26 April 2022. Always check current guidelines at medicalradiationpracticeboard.gov.au.

Create your AHPRA online account

Go to ahpra.gov.au → Apply for registration → International applicants → Medical Radiation Practice. Create an account and begin the application form.

Prepare your documents

You will need certified copies of: academic transcripts, degree certificate, passport, English language test results (IELTS Academic or OET), and your current registration certificate from your home country. All documents must be in English or accompanied by a certified translation.

Submit and pay the application fee

Application fee approximately A$390 (subject to change — verify at ahpra.gov.au). Payment is made online via the AHPRA portal. AHPRA forwards your application to the MRPBA for assessment. Processing time: 3–6 months.

Begin preparation during the waiting period

The 3–6 month assessment window is your preparation window. Candidates who begin immediately are exam-ready when their date arrives. Remember: maximum 3 attempts — make the first one count. Start your 3-day trial →

Sit both parts and receive general registration

Pass Part A and Part B → general registration granted. Your registration number is issued and your name appears on the national AHPRA public register. You are legally authorised to practise as a medical radiation practitioner in Australia.

This guide is for informational purposes only. Requirements change — always verify at ahpra.gov.au before applying. MRPBAPrep is independent and not affiliated with AHPRA.

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Sets 1 & 2 — 207 questions with full explanations
Timed mock exam — Part A
AI tutor on every question
Domain study notes — all 8 domains
Flashcard system
AHPRA & ASMIRT registration guide
Set 5 — The Gold Standard (199 Qs)
Part B sub-domain filtering

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Everything you're wondering

How does the 3-day trial work?+

You pay A$10 upfront which gives you 3 days of full platform access. After 3 days, your subscription automatically continues at A$159/month unless you cancel before day 4. The A$10 trial fee is non-refundable once access is granted. Cancel from your account settings or by emailing support@mrpbaprep.academy.

What is the difference between Part A and Part B on this platform?+

Part A (Common Capabilities) tests Domains 1–5 — generic professional knowledge applicable to all medical radiation practitioners. Part B (Diagnostic Radiography) tests Domain 1A with three sub-domains: 1A_1 Projectional Radiography, 1A_2 Fluoroscopy and Angiography, and 1A_3 Computed Tomography. The platform lets you filter questions by Part A or any Part B sub-domain, mirroring the actual exam structure and performance report breakdown.

I am still waiting for my AHPRA assessment result — should I start now?+

Yes — the AHPRA assessment process takes 3–6 months. Starting your preparation during this waiting period means you are fully exam-ready when your examination date arrives. The MRPBA exam guidelines specify a maximum of 3 attempts — candidates who prepare thoroughly for the first attempt are far more likely to pass it. The 3-month bundle is designed specifically for this preparation window.

Are these questions from the actual MRPBA examination?+

MRPBAPrep contains original exam-style practice questions written in the style and at the difficulty level of the MRPBA text examination. Set 5 — The Gold Standard — contains the 199 highest-yield questions on the platform, curated from every source available including Bontrager's Textbook of Radiographic Positioning 9th Edition, Merrill's Atlas 2016, Bushong Radiologic Science for Technologists, CT Physical Principles and Applications, Mosby's Comprehensive Review, Lange Q&A, and the MRPBA Professional Capabilities framework. All questions are original content.

Can I cancel my subscription?+

Yes — cancel any time from your account settings or by emailing support@mrpbaprep.academy. Cancellation takes effect at the end of your current billing period. You keep full access until then. The 3-month bundle does not auto-renew. No partial refunds are provided for unused subscription time.

What happens when Sets 3 and 4 go live?+

Sets 3 and 4 are being built now from Bontrager's Textbook 9th Edition, Merrill's Atlas 2016, Patient Care in Radiography, and Bushong. When they go live, all active subscribers get immediate access at no additional cost. The 3-month bundle includes priority access to all new content as it is released.

Pass the MRPBA
text exam on your
first attempt

Five sets. Built progressively.
The hardest saved for last.

This is exactly what the exam asks

More than a question bank.
A complete preparation system.

The full path from overseas
to Australian registration

Try free. Subscribe when ready.

What practitioners say

Everything you're wondering

Make the first one count.

Pass the MRPBA text exam on your first attempt

Five sets. Built progressively.The hardest saved for last.

This is exactly what the exam asks

More than a question bank.A complete preparation system.

The full path from overseasto Australian registration

Try free. Subscribe when ready.

What practitioners say

Everything you're wondering

Make the first one count.

Pass the MRPBA
text exam on your
first attempt

Five sets. Built progressively.
The hardest saved for last.

More than a question bank.
A complete preparation system.

The full path from overseas
to Australian registration