Licensed careers we cover
Each career has a state-by-state requirement matrix, exam structure, cost & pass-rate data, retake rules and reciprocity notes.
Sells and leases residential/commercial property under a broker. 40-50% of the exam is state-specific law.
Owns or manages a brokerage and supervises salespersons. Requires additional experience and a harder exam.
State-appointed witness for document signings. Simple requirements â no formal education in most states.
Provides hands-on patient care under RN supervision. Two-part exam: written + clinical skills.
Sells auto, home and liability insurance. State licensing exams administered by PSI/Pearson VUE.
Sells life, health and annuity products. Separate state license from P&C.
Values property for lending and tax purposes. Trainee â licensed â certified progression.
Provides hair, skin and nail services. State board practical + written exam.
Provides hair cutting, shaving and grooming services. Separate state license from cosmetology.
Performs manicures, pedicures and nail art. Often the quickest beauty license to earn.
Performs skin care treatments, facials and waxing. State board license.
Provides therapeutic massage. Most states license via MBLEx (FSMTB) or state exam.
Inspects homes for buyers/sellers. State licensing varies from registration to exam.
Applies pesticides commercially. EPA/state-certified categories.
Licensed unarmed/armed guard. Many states require a short course + registration.
Provides direct patient care and coordinates care plans. Requires an ADN or BSN and the NCLEX-RN; licensing is via state boards of nursing.
Provides basic nursing care under RN or physician supervision. Requires a practical-nursing diploma and the NCLEX-PN.
Dispenses prescriptions and advises on medication. Requires a PharmD and the NAPLEX plus a state pharmacy law exam (MPJE).
Diagnoses and treats movement and mobility disorders. Requires a DPT and the NPTE administered by FSBPT.
Provides preventive oral care and cleanings under dentist supervision. Requires the NBDHE and a state license.
Installs and repairs electrical systems. Journeyman licenses are issued by state or municipal boards; most require an apprenticeship and a state exam.
Installs and repairs water, gas and drainage systems. Journeyman plumber licenses vary by state and locality; many require apprenticeship hours plus an exam.
Installs and services heating, ventilation and cooling equipment. Licensing varies widely â many states require a contractor license or EPA Section 608 certification.
Bids and manages construction projects. Most states license contractors through a state board; requirements range from registration to a written exam (e.g. California CSLB).
Signs off on engineering plans and public works. Requires an ABET-accredited degree, the FE then the PE exam (NCEES), plus state experience rules.
Represents clients in legal matters. Requires a JD, passing the bar exam (NCBE) in the licensing state, and character and fitness review.
Files and audits financial statements. Requires 150 credit hours, the Uniform CPA Exam (AICPA), and work experience.
Provides emergency medical care and transport. Requires a state-approved course and the NREMT cognitive and psychomotor exams.
Operates commercial vehicles (Class A/B/C). Requires FMCSA-compliant state testing: written knowledge tests, a skills test, and a medical card.
Designs buildings and oversees construction compliance. Requires a NAAB-accredited degree, AXP experience hours and the ARE (NCARB).