Glazier / Tennessee
2026 data Tennessee board category estimate

Tennessee Glazier License Requirements

Category-average requirements, fees, and renewal figures for glazier in Tennessee, pending confirmation with the state licensing board.

Category estimate. The figures on this page are a category average, not yet confirmed with the Tennessee licensing board. The state and profession tables mark this row the same way. Treat the numbers as directional and check the board before relying on them; see the methodology limitations.

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What the Tennessee data shows for Glaziers

Tennessee sets the entry bar for glaziers at board-approved training and a passing score on a state-approved exam. The credential is administered under Tennessee's licensing regime, which classifies the training track as "Experience/Apprenticeship".

Budget $150 to get started on a 2-year cycle. Continuing education is not a listed requirement for this profession in Tennessee, so the annualized maintenance burden is lower than in states that mandate ongoing hours.

Tennessee evaluates out-of-state credentials case-by-case rather than through a published reciprocity list.

Licensing Ease Score

C+
Licensing Ease Score
62/100
Glazier · Tennessee

A higher score means this specific license is LESS burdensome to obtain and maintain here than the national requirement corpus, based on education hours, fees, continuing education, and experience requirements, not an overall judgment of the profession or the state.

Education & Training A+
None required
Documented education/training hours required
Initial Fee F
$150
One-time application/license fee
Renewal Burden N/A
N/A
Renewal fee annualized over the renewal cycle
Continuing Education N/A
N/A
Continuing-education hours annualized over the renewal cycle
Experience Required N/A
N/A
Supervised work experience required before licensure

Licensing Requirements in Tennessee

Education / Training Hours
Experience/Apprenticeship
Not specified
Exam Requirement
Required
Initial License Fee
$150
Renewal Fee
N/A
Renewal Cycle
Every 2 years
Continuing Education
Not required
Criminal History Check
Not Required
Data sources: NCSL Occupational Licensing Database, Institute for Justice, state licensing boards. Verify current requirements with Tennessee licensing authorities before making career decisions.

Frequently Asked Questions

What license do I need for Glazier in Tennessee? ▼
In Tennessee, the license path calls for, a passing exam score, and a $150 initial fee.
How do I get certified as a Glazier in Tennessee? ▼
To become a licensed glazier in Tennessee, you must meet the state's requirements. You must also pass the required examination. Contact the Tennessee licensing board to verify current requirements.
Can I transfer my Glazier license to Tennessee from another state? ▼
Tennessee doesn't publish a standing reciprocity policy for glaziers; each out-of-state application is reviewed on its own merits. Some professions fall under interstate compacts that ease portability regardless. The Tennessee licensing board can confirm what applies to your case.
Does Tennessee require a background check for Glazier licensing? ▼
Tennessee does not currently require a criminal background check for glazier licensing, though this may vary by employer or specific role.

What to do with this glazier license

Glazier in Tennessee is one requirement row in a glazier-wide, 50-state comparison.

  • See how Tennessee's glazier requirements compare to every other state before relocating. Glazier in every state
  • Read the general portability rules before moving an existing license to a new state. Transfer guide
  • See how Tennessee's overall licensing burden compares to other states, not just this one profession. Tennessee overview

Requirements shown are compiled from NCSL and Institute for Justice research; verify current rules with the Tennessee licensing board before making career decisions.

Source: NCSL Occupational Licensing Database, Institute for Justice License to Work (3rd Ed.), state licensing board websites

According to the National Conference of State Legislatures and the Institute for Justice, the PlainCredential comparison corpus (current as of May 15, 2026) maps 4,947 state licensing requirement records; see the methodology.