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All Professional Licenses in California

Browse 114 professional license types in CA. Find requirements, fees, exams, and application guides.

California Licensing Board
https://www.dca.ca.gov
(800) 952-5210

Healthcare & Medical

Registered Nurse (RN)

$200•4-8 wks•High

Pharmacy Technician

$175•3-5 wks•Low

Physical Therapist

$300•4-8 wks•High

Dental Hygienist

$250•4-6 wks•Medium

Veterinarian

$400•6-10 wks•High

Dentist

$550•6-10 wks•High

Optometrist

$400•6-8 wks•High

Chiropractor

$375•6-8 wks•High

Psychologist

$450•8-12 wks•High

Social Worker (LCSW)

$275•4-8 wks•Medium

Marriage & Family Therapist

$250•4-8 wks•Medium

Occupational Therapist

$300•4-8 wks•High

Speech-Language Pathologist

$300•4-8 wks•High

Audiologist

$350•6-8 wks•High

Dietitian / Nutritionist

$200•4-6 wks•Medium

Respiratory Therapist

$225•4-6 wks•Medium

Paramedic / EMT

$150•3-5 wks•Medium

Physician Assistant

$400•6-10 wks•High

Nurse Practitioner

$350•6-10 wks•High

Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)

$175•4-6 wks•Medium

Medical Laboratory Technician

$200•4-6 wks•Medium

Radiologic Technologist

$225•4-6 wks•Medium

Surgical Technologist

$200•3-5 wks•Medium

Massage Therapist

$175•3-5 wks•Low

Acupuncturist

$300•4-8 wks•Medium

Pharmacist

$500•6-10 wks•High

Podiatrist

$450•6-10 wks•High

Veterinary Technician

$175•4-6 wks•Medium

Hearing Aid Specialist

$250•4-6 wks•Medium

Optician

$200•4-6 wks•Medium

Athletic Trainer

$200•4-6 wks•Medium

Personal Trainer

$100•2-3 wks•Low

Midwife

$300•6-10 wks•High

Construction & Trades

General Contractor

$450•6-8 wks•High

Electrician

$350•4-6 wks•Medium

Plumber

$300•4-6 wks•Medium

HVAC Technician

$300•4-6 wks•Medium

Home Inspector

$250•3-5 wks•Medium

Welder

$200•3-5 wks•Medium

Crane Operator

$300•3-5 wks•Medium

Elevator Mechanic

$350•4-6 wks•Medium

Boiler Operator

$200•3-5 wks•Medium

Water Well Driller

$275•4-6 wks•Medium

Septic System Installer

$250•3-5 wks•Medium

Fire Sprinkler Contractor

$400•4-8 wks•High

Fire Alarm Technician

$300•4-6 wks•Medium

Low Voltage Technician

$200•3-5 wks•Low

Alarm Installer

$175•2-4 wks•Low

Roofing Contractor

$350•4-6 wks•Medium

Painting Contractor

$200•3-5 wks•Low

Glazier

$225•3-5 wks•Medium

Tile Contractor

$200•3-5 wks•Low

Demolition Contractor

$400•4-8 wks•High

Excavation Contractor

$350•4-6 wks•Medium

Swimming Pool Contractor

$350•4-6 wks•Medium

Solar Installer

$300•4-6 wks•Medium

Irrigation Technician

$175•3-5 wks•Low

Arborist

$200•3-5 wks•Medium

Finance & Business

Real Estate Agent

$325•4-6 wks•Medium

CPA (Certified Public Accountant)

$500•6-10 wks•High

Insurance Agent

$200•3-5 wks•Medium

Mortgage Loan Officer

$400•4-6 wks•Medium

Appraiser (Real Estate)

$300•4-6 wks•Medium

Real Estate Broker

$500•4-8 wks•High

Pawnbroker

$300•4-8 wks•Medium

Debt Collector

$250•4-6 wks•Medium

Tax Preparer

$150•2-4 wks•Low

Financial Planner (CFP)

$400•6-10 wks•High

Investment Advisor

$500•4-8 wks•High

Stockbroker

$450•4-8 wks•High

Customs Broker

$400•8-12 wks•High

Freight Broker

$350•4-6 wks•Medium

Real Estate Appraiser Trainee

$150•3-5 wks•Low

Legal & Compliance

Attorney (Bar License)

$800•8-12 wks•High

Private Investigator

$350•4-8 wks•Medium

Notary Public

$75•2-4 wks•Low

Court Reporter

$250•4-6 wks•Medium

Process Server

$100•2-3 wks•Low

Bail Bondsman

$350•4-6 wks•Medium

Personal Services

Cosmetologist

$150•3-5 wks•Low

Barber

$125•3-5 wks•Low

Tattoo Artist

$150•2-4 wks•Low

Esthetician

$150•3-5 wks•Low

Nail Technician

$100•2-4 wks•Low

Dog Groomer

$100•2-3 wks•Low

Transportation & Aviation

Commercial Driver (CDL)

$250•2-4 wks•Medium

Pilot (Commercial)

$600•8-12 wks•High

Drone Operator (Part 107)

$175•2-4 wks•Low

Travel Agent

$150•2-4 wks•Low

Other Professions

Architect

$500•6-10 wks•High

Security Guard

$100•2-4 wks•Low

Land Surveyor

$350•6-8 wks•High

Professional Engineer (PE)

$500•8-12 wks•High

Interior Designer

$300•4-6 wks•Medium

Landscape Architect

$400•6-8 wks•High

Auctioneer

$200•3-5 wks•Low

Funeral Director

$300•4-6 wks•Medium

Embalmer

$275•4-6 wks•Medium

Pest Control Operator

$175•2-4 wks•Low

Locksmith

$150•2-4 wks•Low

Property Manager

$275•3-5 wks•Medium

Fishing Guide

$150•4-6 wks•Medium

Hunting Guide / Outfitter

$200•3-5 wks•Medium

Taxidermist

$125•2-4 wks•Low

Asbestos Inspector

$250•3-5 wks•Medium

Lead Paint Inspector

$225•3-5 wks•Medium

Mold Assessor

$200•3-5 wks•Medium

Pesticide Applicator

$150•2-4 wks•Low

Animal Control Officer

$150•3-5 wks•Low

Food Handler

$50•1-2 wks•Low

Food Manager (ServSafe)

$150•1-2 wks•Low

Liquor License Holder

$1000•8-16 wks•Medium

Tobacco Retailer

$200•2-4 wks•Low

Cannabis Dispensary Operator

$5000•12-24 wks•High