Glazier / Virginia
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Virginia Glazier License Requirements

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State-board requirements, fees, and renewal cycle drawn from official regulator records.

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What the Virginia data shows for Glaziers

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

The initial price tag is $150 every 2 years. Virginia doesn't require continuing education for this license, so upkeep costs stay confined to the renewal fee itself.

Virginia handles out-of-state credentials on a case-by-case basis instead of a standing reciprocity list.

Licensing Ease Score

C+
Licensing Ease Score
62/100
Glazier · Virginia

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 Virginia

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

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Data sources: NCSL Occupational Licensing Database, Institute for Justice, state licensing boards. Verify current requirements with Virginia licensing authorities before making career decisions.

Frequently Asked Questions

What license do I need for Glazier in Virginia? ▼
Virginia requires, passing an exam, and an initial fee of $150.
How do I get certified as a Glazier in Virginia? ▼
To become a licensed glazier in Virginia, you must meet the state's requirements. You must also pass the required examination. Contact the Virginia licensing board to verify current requirements.
Can I transfer my Glazier license to Virginia from another state? ▼
Out-of-state glazier credentials get a case-by-case review in Virginia rather than automatic recognition. Interstate compacts exist for a number of professions and might still help. Confirm the details with the Virginia licensing board.
Does Virginia require a background check for Glazier licensing? ▼
Virginia does not currently require a criminal background check for glazier licensing, though this may vary by employer or specific role.

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

  • See how Virginia'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 Virginia's overall licensing burden compares to other states, not just this one profession. Virginia overview

Requirements shown are compiled from NCSL and Institute for Justice research; verify current rules with the Virginia 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.

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