All Licensed Professions

Operates carnival and amusement rides. Licensed for safety.

Breeds animals for sale. Licensed in many states for animal welfare.

Provides tree care services. Licensed in some states and cities.

Provides security services with authorization to carry a firearm.

Represents athletes in negotiations. Registered in ~40 states.

Prevents and treats injuries for athletes. Requires BOC examination.

Conducts auctions for the sale of goods and property.

Cuts and styles hair. Licensed in all 50 states and DC.

Prepares and serves alcoholic beverages in licensed establishments.

Performs body piercing. Licensed in most states for health/safety.

Operates table games in casinos. Licensed where gambling is legal.

Provides prenatal, birth, and postpartum care. Scope varies by state.

Provides accounting and auditing services. Requires Uniform CPA Exam.

Transports passengers in luxury vehicles for hire.

Manages childcare facilities providing care for young children.

Operates large commercial vehicles. Federal CDL recognized nationwide.

Provides hair, skin, and nail care services. Required in all 50 states.

Creates verbatim transcripts of legal proceedings.

Collects debts on behalf of creditors. Licensed or bonded in most states.

Assists dentists during procedures, takes X-rays, and manages patient records.

Provides preventive dental care and examines patients for oral disease.

Assists registered dietitians in nutrition planning.

Installs and maintains electrical systems. Requires apprenticeship and journeyman license.

Provides permanent hair removal using electrical currents.

Instructs students in grades K-6. Requires state teaching certificate.

Installs and maintains elevators and escalators.

Provides emergency medical care and transportation. Requires NREMT exam.

Specializes in skin care including facials and waxing.

Equine hoof care and horseshoeing. Licensed in a few states.

Installs automatic fire sprinkler systems.

Prepares and handles food in commercial settings.

Manages funeral services. Licensed in all 50 states.

Oversees construction projects. Requirements vary significantly by state.

Installs glass in windows, skylights, and display cases.

Natural hair styling and braiding. One of the most debated licensing requirements.

Fits and dispenses hearing aids and conducts hearing tests.

Provides personal care services to patients in their homes.

Inspects residential properties for safety and structural issues.

Installs heating, ventilation, and air conditioning systems.

Sells insurance policies. Requires state producer exam.

Plans and designs interior spaces for functionality and aesthetics.

Determines property boundaries. Licensed in all 50 states.

Plans and designs outdoor spaces including parks and gardens.

Provides mental health counseling. Requires MSW degree and clinical hours.

Provides basic patient care under supervision. Requires NCLEX-PN exam.

Provides mental health counseling and therapy services.

Installs, repairs, and opens locks. Licensed in ~15 states.

Specializes in treating relationship and family issues.

Provides therapeutic massage to relieve pain and reduce stress.

Performs clinical and administrative tasks in medical offices.

Performs laboratory tests to diagnose diseases.

Sets up manufactured/mobile homes under HUD regulations.

Helps borrowers obtain home loans. Requires SAFE MLO Test.

Provides manicures, pedicures, and nail care services.

Authorized to perform notarizations. Commissioned in all 50 states.

Helps patients develop daily living and work skills. Requires masters or doctoral degree.

Fits and adjusts eyeglasses and contact lenses. Licensed in ~22 states.

Examines eyes for vision defects and prescribes corrective lenses.

Commercial and residential painting contractor.

Provides advanced emergency medical care in the field.

Applies pesticides to eliminate pests from homes and businesses.

Applies restricted-use pesticides commercially. EPA + state certification.

Dispenses medications and counsels patients. Requires PharmD degree.

Assists pharmacists in dispensing medications and managing inventory.

Draws blood for tests, transfusions, and research.

Evaluates and treats movement disorders and injuries. Requires doctoral degree.

Practices medicine under physician supervision. Requires PANCE exam and masters degree.

Installs and repairs pipes and plumbing systems. Requires apprenticeship.

Conducts investigations for private clients and attorneys.

Delivers legal documents such as summonses and subpoenas.

Provides engineering services to the public. Requires FE + PE exams.

Geological assessments for construction and environment. Licensed in ~32 states.

Diagnoses and treats mental and behavioral disorders. Requires doctoral degree.

Performs diagnostic imaging including X-rays, CT, and MRI.

Assists clients in buying, selling, and renting properties.

Manages real estate transactions and may employ real estate agents.

Provides dietary counseling and plans therapeutic diets.

Provides patient care, administers medications, and coordinates with physicians. Requires NCLEX-RN exam.

Treats patients with breathing disorders. Requires TMC exam.

Installs, repairs, and maintains roofs.

Transports students to and from school safely.

Provides academic and social-emotional counseling to students.

Manages school library resources. Requires teaching cert in most states.

Instructs students in grades 7-12. Requires state teaching certificate.

Installs burglar alarm and electronic security systems.

Installs and inspects septic systems.

Translates between ASL and spoken English.

Diagnoses and treats communication disorders. Requires masters degree.

Fills in for absent teachers. Requirements range from diploma to license.

Assists in surgical operations under the supervision of surgeons.

Performs tattooing and permanent makeup. Licensed in most states.

Prepares tax returns. Some states require registration beyond federal PTIN.

Operates taxi or ride-sharing vehicle.

Operates tow trucks for vehicle recovery.

Provides medical care for animals. Requires DVM degree.

Assists veterinarians in medical and surgical procedures.

Drills and constructs water wells. Licensed in most states.