Professional Certifications & Licenses in Wyoming
Compare requirements, salaries, and career paths in WY
Healthcare Careers in Wyoming
| Career |
License Required |
Median Salary |
Time to Complete |
Est. Cost |
| Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) |
Yes
|
$38,360 |
3-8 weeks for training, plus a few weeks for exam and background check |
— |
| Dental Assistant |
No
|
$42,770 |
Varies depending on training for permits; on-the-job for basic duties. |
— |
| EMT |
Yes
|
$41,330 |
— |
— |
| Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) |
Yes
|
$61,880 |
1-2 years |
— |
| Medical Assistant |
No
|
$39,240 |
9-24 months (certificate/diploma to associate's degree) |
— |
| Medical Coder |
No
|
$53,550 |
5 months to 3 years (depending on program type and certification) |
— |
| Paramedic |
Yes
|
$41,330 |
1-2 years |
— |
| Pharmacy Technician |
Yes
|
$46,490 |
3-12 months |
— |
| Phlebotomist |
No
|
$37,390 |
4-8 weeks for training program; varies for certification |
— |
| Radiology Technologist |
Yes
|
$77,350 |
2 years |
— |
| Respiratory Therapist |
Yes
|
$75,900 |
2-4 years |
— |
| Surgical Technologist |
No
|
$54,610 |
Varies (typically 1-5 years for education program) |
— |
| Dental Hygienist |
Yes
|
$82,220 |
2-4 years |
— |
Trades Careers in Wyoming
| Career |
License Required |
Median Salary |
Time to Complete |
Est. Cost |
| CDL Truck Driver |
Yes
|
$60,270 |
4-8 weeks |
— |
| Electrician |
Yes
|
$73,450 |
4 years |
— |
| HVAC Technician |
No
|
$50,920 |
Typically 4 years for apprenticeship, plus additional experience for higher licenses. |
— |
| Plumber |
No
|
$61,480 |
Varies by jurisdiction; typically 4 years for journeyman licensure |
— |
| Welder |
No
|
$66,070 |
Varies depending on certification and training |
— |
| Barber |
Yes
|
— |
Approximately 6-9 months (including barber school) or 1-2 years for apprenticeship |
— |
| Cosmetologist |
Yes
|
$32,400 |
8+ months |
— |
| Massage Therapist |
Yes
|
$32,430 |
3-5 weeks for application processing |
— |
Professional Careers in Wyoming
Wyoming Certifications Ranked by Salary
| # |
Career |
Category |
Median Salary |
| 1 |
Dental Hygienist |
Healthcare |
$82,220 |
| 2 |
CPA (Certified Public Accountant) |
Professional |
$77,400 |
| 3 |
Radiology Technologist |
Healthcare |
$77,350 |
| 4 |
Respiratory Therapist |
Healthcare |
$75,900 |
| 5 |
Electrician |
Trades |
$73,450 |
| 6 |
Welder |
Trades |
$66,070 |
| 7 |
Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) |
Healthcare |
$61,880 |
| 8 |
Plumber |
Trades |
$61,480 |
| 9 |
CDL Truck Driver |
Trades |
$60,270 |
| 10 |
Insurance Agent |
Professional |
$55,770 |
| 11 |
Surgical Technologist |
Healthcare |
$54,610 |
| 12 |
Medical Coder |
Healthcare |
$53,550 |
| 13 |
HVAC Technician |
Trades |
$50,920 |
| 14 |
Paralegal |
Professional |
$49,980 |
| 15 |
Pharmacy Technician |
Healthcare |
$46,490 |
| 16 |
Real Estate Agent |
Professional |
$43,040 |
| 17 |
Dental Assistant |
Healthcare |
$42,770 |
| 18 |
EMT |
Healthcare |
$41,330 |
| 19 |
Paramedic |
Healthcare |
$41,330 |
| 20 |
Medical Assistant |
Healthcare |
$39,240 |
| 21 |
Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) |
Healthcare |
$38,360 |
| 22 |
Personal Trainer |
Professional |
$37,990 |
| 23 |
Phlebotomist |
Healthcare |
$37,390 |
| 24 |
Massage Therapist |
Trades |
$32,430 |
| 25 |
Cosmetologist |
Trades |
$32,400 |