DC · 26 occupations tracked · 25 requiring licensure
| Occupation | Required | Fee | Salary | Difficulty | Education |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ArchitectArchitecture | Yes | $566 | $113,130 | Very High | B.Arch or M.Arch + AXP (3740 hours) |
| Attorney / LawyerLegal | Yes | $717 | $180,020 | Very High | JD (3 years post-bachelor) |
| BarberPersonal Care | Yes | $104 | $46,820 | Low | 1000-1500 hours training |
| CPA (Certified Public Accountant)Finance | Yes | $460 | $105,970 | Very High | 150 credit hours + 1-2 years experience |
| Commercial Driver (CDL)Transportation | Yes | $71 | $65,200 | Medium | CDL Training (3-7 weeks) |
| CosmetologistPersonal Care | Yes | $102 | $46,140 | Low | 1000-2100 hours training |
| DentistHealthcare | Yes | $530 | $205,970 | Very High | DDS/DMD (4 years post-bachelor) |
| EMT / ParamedicPublic Safety | Yes | $119 | $52,080 | Medium | EMT: 120-150 hours / Paramedic: 1200 hours |
| Electrician (Journeyman)Trades | Yes | $209 | $78,610 | Medium-High | 4-5 year apprenticeship (8000 hours) |
| General ContractorTrades | Yes | $281 | $124,010 | Medium-High | Experience-based (2-5 years) |
| HVAC TechnicianTrades | Varies | $171 | $70,040 | Medium | Certificate/Apprenticeship + EPA 608 |
| Insurance AgentInsurance | Yes | $109 | $71,540 | Low-Medium | Pre-licensing course (20-40 hours) |
| Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)Healthcare | Yes | $185 | $67,520 | Medium | LPN Program (12-18 months) |
| Massage TherapistPersonal Care | Yes | $117 | $65,220 | Low-Medium | 500-1000 hours training |
| Pest Control ApplicatorTrades | Yes | $88 | $49,500 | Low | Training Program (40-100 hours) |
| PharmacistHealthcare | Yes | $426 | $164,550 | Very High | PharmD (6 years) |
| Physical TherapistHealthcare | Yes | $258 | $120,600 | High | DPT (3 years post-bachelor) |
| PlumberTrades | Yes | $118 | $76,820 | Medium-High | 4-5 year apprenticeship |
| Private InvestigatorPublic Safety | Yes | $272 | $71,530 | Medium | Varies (often experience-based) |
| Professional Engineer (PE)Engineering | Yes | $347 | $121,900 | Very High | BS Engineering + 4 years experience |
| Real Estate AgentReal Estate | Yes | $238 | $68,210 | Medium | 60-180 hours pre-licensing |
| Real Estate BrokerReal Estate | Yes | $319 | $104,220 | Medium-High | Additional 60-90 hours + 2-3 years experience |
| Registered Nurse (RN)Healthcare | Yes | $183 | $107,590 | High | BSN or ADN |
| Security GuardPublic Safety | Yes | $64 | $44,970 | Low | Guard Training (8-40 hours) |
| Teacher (K-12)Education | Yes | $235 | $78,250 | High | Bachelor's + Student Teaching |
| VeterinarianHealthcare | Yes | $406 | $147,670 | Very High | DVM (4 years post-bachelor) |
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