MN · 26 occupations tracked · 24 requiring licensure
| Occupation | Required | Fee | Salary | Difficulty | Education |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ArchitectArchitecture | Yes | $354 | $96,380 | Very High | B.Arch or M.Arch + AXP (3740 hours) |
| Attorney / LawyerLegal | Yes | $606 | $152,730 | Very High | JD (3 years post-bachelor) |
| BarberPersonal Care | Yes | $83 | $39,660 | Low | 1000-1500 hours training |
| CPA (Certified Public Accountant)Finance | Yes | $493 | $88,850 | Very High | 150 credit hours + 1-2 years experience |
| Commercial Driver (CDL)Transportation | Yes | $74 | $56,480 | Medium | CDL Training (3-7 weeks) |
| CosmetologistPersonal Care | Yes | $143 | $38,450 | Low | 1000-2100 hours training |
| DentistHealthcare | Yes | $637 | $180,600 | Very High | DDS/DMD (4 years post-bachelor) |
| EMT / ParamedicPublic Safety | Yes | $110 | $44,520 | Medium | EMT: 120-150 hours / Paramedic: 1200 hours |
| Electrician (Journeyman)Trades | Yes | $204 | $68,990 | Medium-High | 4-5 year apprenticeship (8000 hours) |
| General ContractorTrades | Varies | $444 | $105,890 | Medium-High | Experience-based (2-5 years) |
| HVAC TechnicianTrades | Yes | $228 | $60,890 | Medium | Certificate/Apprenticeship + EPA 608 |
| Insurance AgentInsurance | Yes | $157 | $60,810 | Low-Medium | Pre-licensing course (20-40 hours) |
| Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)Healthcare | Yes | $184 | $57,810 | Medium | LPN Program (12-18 months) |
| Massage TherapistPersonal Care | Yes | $150 | $54,790 | Low-Medium | 500-1000 hours training |
| Pest Control ApplicatorTrades | Yes | $125 | $42,190 | Low | Training Program (40-100 hours) |
| PharmacistHealthcare | Yes | $395 | $142,560 | Very High | PharmD (6 years) |
| Physical TherapistHealthcare | Yes | $368 | $103,020 | High | DPT (3 years post-bachelor) |
| PlumberTrades | Varies | $192 | $65,550 | Medium-High | 4-5 year apprenticeship |
| Private InvestigatorPublic Safety | Yes | $239 | $61,870 | Medium | Varies (often experience-based) |
| Professional Engineer (PE)Engineering | Yes | $276 | $103,190 | Very High | BS Engineering + 4 years experience |
| Real Estate AgentReal Estate | Yes | $227 | $58,150 | Medium | 60-180 hours pre-licensing |
| Real Estate BrokerReal Estate | Yes | $331 | $89,200 | Medium-High | Additional 60-90 hours + 2-3 years experience |
| Registered Nurse (RN)Healthcare | Yes | $166 | $93,180 | High | BSN or ADN |
| Security GuardPublic Safety | Yes | $61 | $38,240 | Low | Guard Training (8-40 hours) |
| Teacher (K-12)Education | Yes | $201 | $68,330 | High | Bachelor's + Student Teaching |
| VeterinarianHealthcare | Yes | $463 | $124,630 | Very High | DVM (4 years post-bachelor) |
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