Professions
Each state's license types grouped by profession or trade. Counts are active licenses.
General Contractors108,152
General building, residential, commercial and engineering contractors.
Home Improvement & Remodeling17,953
Remodeling, repair and home improvement contractors.
Electrical289,786
Electrical contractors, firms and electricians.
Plumbing21,192
Plumbing contractors and plumbers.
Heating, Cooling & Refrigeration86,017
HVAC, boiler, hydronics, refrigeration and oil burner work.
Roofing30,290
Roofing contractors.
Home Inspectors11,800
Licensed home inspectors and inspection companies.
Low Voltage & Telecom5,817
Low voltage, communications and telecom systems.
Alarms & Security Systems19,345
Burglar and fire alarm businesses and security system contractors.
Locksmiths7,081
Locksmiths and lock, safe and security hardware contractors.
Fire Protection1,357
Fire sprinkler and suppression contractors.
Concrete & Masonry4,564
Concrete, masonry and reinforcing steel.
Carpentry & Cabinets3,977
Framing, finish carpentry, cabinets, siding and decks.
Drywall, Plaster & Insulation3,564
Drywall, lath and plaster, insulation, acoustical and ceilings.
Flooring & Tile5,479
Floor covering and ceramic tile.
Painting6,681
Painting, wall covering and paperhanging.
Landscaping & Irrigation6,598
Landscaping, hardscaping, irrigation and tree service.
Pools & Spas7,135
Swimming pool and spa construction and service.
Excavation, Paving & Sitework6,059
Excavation, grading, paving, pipelines, septic and foundations.
Demolition & Abatement8,269
Demolition, wrecking, building moving, asbestos and hazardous substance removal.
Steel, Metal & Welding2,691
Structural steel, ornamental and sheet metal, welding.
Glass & Glazing1,452
Glazing contractors.
Fencing926
Fencing contractors.
Solar765
Solar energy systems.
Signs4,895
Sign contractors and sign hangers.
Elevators574
Elevator contractors, mechanics and inspectors.
Wells & Water Treatment2,677
Water well drilling, pump installation and water conditioning.
Appliances & Electronics Repair10,294
Appliance installation and electronic and appliance repair.
Other Specialty Trades52,538
Limited specialty and other licensed building trades.
Nursing1,180,559
Registered, practical and vocational nurses, nurse practitioners, aides and home health.
Physicians & Surgeons432,033
Medical and osteopathic physicians, physician assistants and residents.
Dental158,155
Dentists, dental hygienists and dental assistants.
Pharmacy201,839
Pharmacists, pharmacy technicians, pharmacies, drug distributors and controlled substance licenses.
Mental Health & Counseling314,910
Psychologists, therapists, counselors, social workers and behavior analysts.
Therapy & Rehabilitation249,547
Physical, occupational, respiratory and speech therapy, chiropractic, massage and acupuncture.
Vision & Hearing28,438
Optometrists, opticians, audiologists and hearing aid dispensers.
Other Health Care31,884
Podiatry, naturopathy, dietetics, radiology, emergency medical services and other health care.
Veterinary73,620
Veterinarians, veterinary technicians and animal care.
Cosmetology & Barbering1,505,451
Cosmetologists, barbers, estheticians, manicurists and salons.
Real Estate & Appraisal936,927
Real estate brokers and salespeople, appraisers, timeshare and land sales.
Legal340,153
Attorneys, court reporters, interpreters, process servers and fiduciaries.
Accounting141,891
Certified public accountants and accounting firms.
Engineering, Architecture & Surveying267,299
Engineers, architects, landscape architects, land surveyors and geologists.
Security & Investigations753,228
Security guards and agencies, private investigators and firearm permits.
Finance, Lending & Collections14,489
Mortgage and consumer lenders, check cashers, pawnbrokers, collectors and property tax professionals.
Funeral & Cemetery17,286
Funeral directors, embalmers, cemeteries and crematories.
Automotive & Towing81,357
Auto repair, smog check, towing, parking and vehicle storage.
Pest Control26,764
Structural pest control operators and applicators.
Cannabis8,438
Cannabis dispensary agents, organizations and their officers.
Alcohol & Tobacco203,613
Alcoholic beverage licenses, permits and brands, and tobacco and vapor sales.
Combat Sports & Athletics1,675
Boxers, mixed martial artists, wrestlers, officials, managers and promoters.
Schools, Instructors & CE Providers17,936
Licensed schools, instructors, training programs and continuing education sponsors.
Business & Consumer Licenses50,525
Retail, vending, sightseeing, staffing, auctioneers and other business licenses.
Other Licenses14,020
Licenses that fit no other group.