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Help and FAQs - Licensed Occupations
- What is Licensed Occupations and how do I use it?
- Who could use Licensed Occupations?
- How can I request licensing information?
- What is the source of the licensed information?
- How often is the license information updated?
- Why can't I find certain license information for my state?
- How are occupations regulated by states?
- What are related resources for Licensed Occupations?
- What is the difference between certification and licensure?
- What is Licensed Occupations and how do I use it?
Licensed Occupations is an interactive, online tool that allows you to search by occupation, agency and keyword to find information about licenses required by law in each state. Please note that information for all licenses may not be included.
- Who could use Licensed Occupations?
Licensed Occupations provides useful information to students, jobseekers and others exploring career options or looking for specific occupational requirements.
- How can I request licensing information?
CareerOneStop does not develop the licensing information; instead it displays license information compiled by an agency in each state. Therefore, requests for and questions about this information should be directed to that state's ALMIS Database Administrator.
- What is the source of the licensed information?
Licensed information is gathered in each state by Labor Market Information units under a grant from the U.S. Department of Labor. The National Crosswalk Center combines the license information into a single database that is displayed in Licensed Occupations on Career InfoNet. Please note that not all states submit license information and there is no way to guarantee that each state collects all of the license information for their state.
- How often is the license information updated?
States are required to submit updated license information once every two years. These changes are updated on the website four times each year.
- Why can't I find certain license information for my state?
The license information is compiled by an agency in each state. Some states do not participate in the data collection effort and there is no way to guarantee that each state collects all of the license information for their state. Questions about this information should be directed to that state's ALMIS Database Administrator.
- How are occupations regulated by states?
There are three main types of state occupational regulation: registration, certification, and licensure. Please note that the different terms are often used interchangeably from state to state or from occupation to occupation. The Council on Licensure, Enforcement, and Regulation (CLEAR) uses the following definitions:- Registration The least restrictive form of occupational regulation, usually taking the form of requiring individuals to file their names, addresses, and qualifications with a government agency before practicing the occupation. This may include posting a bond or filing a fee.
- Certification The state grants title protection to persons with certifications. Uncertified individuals may practice the same or similar job duties, but specialized titles are reserved only for individuals who have the related certification.
- Licensure The most restrictive form of professional and occupational regulation. Under licensure laws, it is illegal for a person to practice a profession without first meeting state standards.
For more information about licensed occupations in the U.S. or Canada, contact The Council on Licensure, Enforcement, and Regulation (CLEAR).
- What are related resources for Licensed Occupations?
Explore certifications using the Certification Finder. Certifications are not required, but may be very helpful in career planning. Use the Occupation Profile to learn more about wages, trends and training for each occupation. Use the Career Resource Library to research career fields and industries.
- What is the difference between certification and licensure?
The terms certification and licensure are frequently used interchangeably. For CareerOneStop purposes, certification differs from licensure in that occupational licenses are usually issued by a government entity to authorize individuals the right to practice an occupation. Certification is not required to practice an occupation except in cases where the occupational licensing requirements include certification as part of those requirements.
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