Professional Certifications & Licenses in Arizona
Compare requirements, salaries, and career paths in AZ
Healthcare Careers in Arizona
| Career | License Required | Median Salary | Time to Complete | Est. Cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) | Yes | $41,980 | 3-10 weeks | — |
| Dental Assistant | No | $49,000 | Varies | — |
| EMT | Yes | $38,110 | 3-6 months | — |
| Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) | Yes | $74,020 | 1-2 years | — |
| Medical Assistant | No | $45,440 | 7-24 months (depending on program type) | — |
| Medical Coder | No | $49,790 | Certificate programs typically under 1 year; Associate's degrees typically 2 years. Certification exam preparation varies. | — |
| Paramedic | Yes | $38,110 | 1-2 years | — |
| Pharmacy Technician | Yes | $47,620 | Varies (trainee license valid for up to 36 months) | — |
| Phlebotomist | No | $42,830 | — | — |
| Radiology Technologist | Yes | $84,480 | 21-24 months | — |
| Respiratory Therapist | Yes | $79,290 | 6-8 weeks for application processing | — |
| Surgical Technologist | No | $67,530 | 9-24 months for education, plus exam and application processing time | — |
| Dental Hygienist | Yes | $97,530 | 2-4 years | — |
Trades Careers in Arizona
| Career | License Required | Median Salary | Time to Complete | Est. Cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| CDL Truck Driver | Yes | $53,690 | 3-8 weeks (training programs may vary) | — |
| Electrician | Yes | $59,480 | 4-5 years (including apprenticeship) | — |
| HVAC Technician | Yes | $56,580 | Approximately 2-3 months (20 days for administrative review, 40 days for substantive review) | — |
| Plumber | Yes | $61,940 | Varies (typically 4 years experience + application/exam time) | $800 |
| Welder | Yes | $53,770 | Varies (minimum 1-2 years experience for contractor license) | — |
| Barber | Yes | $32,840 | 9-12 months | — |
| Cosmetologist | Yes | $35,220 | 9-12 months | — |
| Massage Therapist | Yes | $59,550 | 6-12 months | — |
Professional Careers in Arizona
| Career | License Required | Median Salary | Time to Complete | Est. Cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| CPA (Certified Public Accountant) | Yes | $78,620 | Varies (typically 1-3 years post-bachelor's degree for education, plus experience and exam) | $1,200 |
| Notary Public | Yes | — | 4-6 weeks (plus 90 days prior to application for exam) | $93 |
| Paralegal | Yes | $61,220 | — | — |
| Personal Trainer | No | $47,570 | — | — |
| Insurance Agent | Yes | $59,400 | Varies (exam scores valid for 12 months, application must be submitted within one year of passing exam) | — |
| Real Estate Agent | Yes | $53,370 | 3-5 months | — |
Arizona Certifications Ranked by Salary
| # | Career | Category | Median Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Dental Hygienist | Healthcare | $97,530 |
| 2 | Radiology Technologist | Healthcare | $84,480 |
| 3 | Respiratory Therapist | Healthcare | $79,290 |
| 4 | CPA (Certified Public Accountant) | Professional | $78,620 |
| 5 | Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) | Healthcare | $74,020 |
| 6 | Surgical Technologist | Healthcare | $67,530 |
| 7 | Plumber | Trades | $61,940 |
| 8 | Paralegal | Professional | $61,220 |
| 9 | Massage Therapist | Trades | $59,550 |
| 10 | Electrician | Trades | $59,480 |
| 11 | Insurance Agent | Professional | $59,400 |
| 12 | HVAC Technician | Trades | $56,580 |
| 13 | Welder | Trades | $53,770 |
| 14 | CDL Truck Driver | Trades | $53,690 |
| 15 | Real Estate Agent | Professional | $53,370 |
| 16 | Medical Coder | Healthcare | $49,790 |
| 17 | Dental Assistant | Healthcare | $49,000 |
| 18 | Pharmacy Technician | Healthcare | $47,620 |
| 19 | Personal Trainer | Professional | $47,570 |
| 20 | Medical Assistant | Healthcare | $45,440 |
| 21 | Phlebotomist | Healthcare | $42,830 |
| 22 | Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) | Healthcare | $41,980 |
| 23 | EMT | Healthcare | $38,110 |
| 24 | Paramedic | Healthcare | $38,110 |
| 25 | Cosmetologist | Trades | $35,220 |
| 26 | Barber | Trades | $32,840 |