License Requirements in Florida
Browse all 79 trade and professional licenses in Florida (FL). 73 require a state-level license.
Last updated 2026-05-08
By the numbers: 73 of 79 trades require a state-level license from a Florida Department, Board, or licensing Authority. Renewal periods, Continuing Education Hours, and Application Fees vary by trade — see each trade page for the specifics.
| Trade | License Required | Median Salary |
|---|
| 🚨Alarm Installer |
Required |
$46,915 |
| 📏Architect |
Required |
$89,577 |
| ⚠️Asbestos Abatement Worker |
Required |
$46,147 |
| 🔨Auctioneer |
Required |
$34,396 |
| 🔗Bail Bondsman |
Required |
$40,646 |
| 💈Barber |
Required |
$33,120 |
| ♨️Boiler Operator |
Required |
$59,712 |
| 🚛CDL Driver |
Required |
$49,120 |
| 📊CPA |
Required |
$76,890 |
| 🏠Chimney Sweep |
Not Required |
$40,972 |
| ✈️Commercial Pilot |
Required |
$129,244 |
| ✂️Cosmetologist |
Required |
$32,120 |
| ⚖️Court Reporter |
Required |
$61,017 |
| 🏗️Crane Operator |
Required |
$57,897 |
| 💥Demolition Contractor |
Required |
$59,904 |
| 🦷Dental Hygienist |
Required |
$68,900 |
| 🚰Drinking Water Operator |
Required |
$51,283 |
| 🚑EMT / Paramedic |
Required |
$39,254 |
| ⚡Electrician |
Not Required |
$49,780 |
| 🛗Elevator Mechanic |
Required |
$98,323 |
| 🌍Environmental Scientist |
Not Required |
$75,820 |
| 🧴Esthetician |
Required |
$37,267 |
| 🧯Fire Sprinkler Fitter |
Required |
$61,305 |
| ⚱️Funeral Director |
Required |
$62,860 |
| 🏗️General Contractor |
Required |
$67,890 |
| 🪨Geologist |
Required |
$81,235 |
| 🪟Glazier |
Required |
$46,396 |
| ❄️HVAC Technician |
Required |
$45,670 |
| 👂Hearing Aid Specialist |
Required |
$56,323 |
| 🔍Home Inspector |
Required |
$56,780 |
| 🧱Insulation Worker |
Not Required |
$47,184 |
| 📋Insurance Agent |
Required |
$59,120 |
| 🗣️Interpreter |
Required |
$54,806 |
| 🗺️Land Surveyor |
Required |
$65,827 |
| 🌿Landscape Contractor |
Required |
$53,587 |
| 🛡️Lead Abatement Worker |
Required |
$44,361 |
| 💉Licensed Practical Nurse |
Required |
$57,340 |
| 🔐Locksmith |
Not Required |
$43,689 |
| 💆Massage Therapist |
Required |
$47,865 |
| 🦠Mold Remediation |
Required |
$44,649 |
| 🏦Mortgage Loan Originator |
Required |
$65,721 |
| 💅Nail Technician |
Required |
$32,544 |
| 📜Notary Public |
Required |
— |
| 👓Optician |
Required |
$42,480 |
| 🐛Pest Control Operator |
Required |
$38,670 |
| 🧪Pesticide Applicator |
Required |
$38,553 |
| 💊Pharmacy Technician |
Required |
$38,688 |
| 🏃Physical Therapy Assistant |
Required |
$61,516 |
| 🔩Pipefitter |
Required |
$60,633 |
| 🔧Plumber |
Required |
$48,920 |
| 📊Polygraph Examiner |
Required |
$65,395 |
| 🏊Pool Contractor |
Required |
$56,006 |
| 🕵️Private Investigator |
Required |
$56,784 |
| 📨Process Server |
Required |
$37,123 |
| ⚙️Professional Engineer |
Required |
$96,614 |
| 📡Radiologic Technologist |
Required |
$70,473 |
| ☢️Radon Mitigation |
Required |
$48,115 |
| 🏠Real Estate Agent |
Required |
$52,670 |
| 📐Real Estate Appraiser |
Required |
$58,886 |
| 🩺Registered Nurse |
Required |
$72,890 |
| 🫁Respiratory Therapist |
Required |
$74,841 |
| 🏘️Roofing Contractor |
Required |
$42,670 |
| 🚌School Bus Driver |
Required |
$39,100 |
| 🎓School Counselor |
Required |
$59,241 |
| 🛡️Security Guard |
Required |
$34,156 |
| 🚽Septic System Installer |
Required |
$46,963 |
| 🔨Sheet Metal Worker |
Required |
$56,563 |
| 🔎Skip Tracer |
Required |
$40,857 |
| 🤝Social Worker |
Required |
$56,044 |
| ☀️Solar Installer |
Required |
$45,763 |
| 💪Substance Abuse Counselor |
Required |
$51,561 |
| 🎨Tattoo Artist |
Required |
$41,068 |
| 📚Teacher |
Required |
$63,741 |
| 🚗Tow Truck Operator |
Required |
$36,883 |
| 🐾Veterinary Technician |
Required |
$41,990 |
| 🏭Wastewater Operator |
Required |
$51,283 |
| 🚰Water Treatment Operator |
Required |
$51,283 |
| 🔥Welder |
Not Required |
$43,670 |
| 💧Well Driller |
Required |
$50,342 |
Common questions about Florida licensing
Which trades require a state-level license in Florida?
73 of the 79 trades on this page require a Florida state license. The remainder are licensed at the local/county level or not at all.
Who issues professional licenses in Florida?
Most occupational licenses in Florida are issued by the relevant state Department or licensing Board listed on each individual trade page. Renewal periods are typically 1–3 years and most boards require Continuing Education Hours between renewals.
Can I transfer my license from another state to Florida?
Reciprocity varies by trade. Florida accepts some out-of-state licenses by endorsement after Experience and Exam verification — check the trade-specific page for the exact policy.
Data last verified 2026. Salary data from BLS OEWS. Always verify with the relevant Florida licensing board.