Professional Certifications & Licenses in Arkansas
Compare requirements, salaries, and career paths in AR
Healthcare Careers in Arkansas
| Career | License Required | Median Salary | Time to Complete | Est. Cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) | Yes | $31,990 | 4-12 weeks | — |
| Dental Assistant | No | $37,680 | — | — |
| EMT | Yes | $31,710 | 3-6 months | — |
| Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) | Yes | $51,030 | 12-18 months for education program; 4-6 weeks for application processing | — |
| Medical Assistant | No | $37,150 | 4-24 months (program dependent) | — |
| Medical Coder | No | $39,920 | Varies by program and individual study pace (e.g., 4-24 months for programs, 3-6 months for exam study) | — |
| Paramedic | Yes | $31,710 | 12-18 months | — |
| Pharmacy Technician | Yes | $37,380 | 1-3 days (expedited) | — |
| Phlebotomist | No | $36,870 | Typically 3-6 months (including training and certification) | — |
| Radiology Technologist | Yes | $60,430 | — | — |
| Respiratory Therapist | Yes | $67,960 | 2-4 years | — |
| Surgical Technologist | No | $53,400 | — | — |
| Dental Hygienist | Yes | $83,760 | 2-4 years | — |
Trades Careers in Arkansas
| Career | License Required | Median Salary | Time to Complete | Est. Cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| CDL Truck Driver | Yes | $49,520 | Varies (e.g., 4-5 weeks for training, plus permit and testing time) | — |
| Electrician | Yes | $49,420 | 4 years | — |
| HVAC Technician | No | $47,240 | 2 years | — |
| Plumber | Yes | $49,700 | 4 years for Journeyman, 5 years for Master | $200 |
| Welder | No | $47,100 | Varies (performance test is typically a few hours, training programs 6 months to 2 years) | $180 |
| Barber | Yes | $24,700 | 9-10 months | — |
| Cosmetologist | Yes | $26,450 | 9-12 months | — |
| Massage Therapist | Yes | $31,280 | Varies (requires 500 hours of training, exam, and background check) | — |
Professional Careers in Arkansas
| Career | License Required | Median Salary | Time to Complete | Est. Cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| CPA (Certified Public Accountant) | Yes | $64,180 | 1-3 years post-bachelor's degree (1 year with 150 semester hours or graduate degree) | $1,200 |
| Notary Public | Yes | — | 2-4 weeks (processing) + time for county filing | $70 |
| Paralegal | No | $46,940 | — | — |
| Personal Trainer | No | $39,920 | Not specified (depends on chosen certification) | — |
| Insurance Agent | Yes | $51,280 | Varies (pre-licensing course completion required before exam, background check, and application submission) | — |
| Real Estate Agent | Yes | $38,450 | 2-4 months | — |
Arkansas Certifications Ranked by Salary
| # | Career | Category | Median Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Dental Hygienist | Healthcare | $83,760 |
| 2 | Respiratory Therapist | Healthcare | $67,960 |
| 3 | CPA (Certified Public Accountant) | Professional | $64,180 |
| 4 | Radiology Technologist | Healthcare | $60,430 |
| 5 | Surgical Technologist | Healthcare | $53,400 |
| 6 | Insurance Agent | Professional | $51,280 |
| 7 | Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) | Healthcare | $51,030 |
| 8 | Plumber | Trades | $49,700 |
| 9 | CDL Truck Driver | Trades | $49,520 |
| 10 | Electrician | Trades | $49,420 |
| 11 | HVAC Technician | Trades | $47,240 |
| 12 | Welder | Trades | $47,100 |
| 13 | Paralegal | Professional | $46,940 |
| 14 | Medical Coder | Healthcare | $39,920 |
| 15 | Personal Trainer | Professional | $39,920 |
| 16 | Real Estate Agent | Professional | $38,450 |
| 17 | Dental Assistant | Healthcare | $37,680 |
| 18 | Pharmacy Technician | Healthcare | $37,380 |
| 19 | Medical Assistant | Healthcare | $37,150 |
| 20 | Phlebotomist | Healthcare | $36,870 |
| 21 | Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) | Healthcare | $31,990 |
| 22 | EMT | Healthcare | $31,710 |
| 23 | Paramedic | Healthcare | $31,710 |
| 24 | Massage Therapist | Trades | $31,280 |
| 25 | Cosmetologist | Trades | $26,450 |
| 26 | Barber | Trades | $24,700 |