Certifications & licenses in Indiana
Compare requirements, salaries, and career paths for 28 professional credentials in IN. Data from BLS OEWS and primary state licensing sources.
What's different about Indiana
Licensing landscape in Indiana
Indiana requires 1,500 hours of training at a PLA-approved beauty culture school to become a licensed cosmetologist.
Indiana Professional Licensing Agency
A license requires completion of at least 625 hours from an accredited massage therapy program.
Indiana State Board of Massage Therapy
Beginning July 1, 2025, all new and renewing EMS professionals must complete mandatory mental health and wellness training.
Indiana Department of Homeland Security
Unlike many professions, electrician licensing in Indiana is regulated at the local municipal level, not by a single state board.
Indiana Municipal Code
Metro concentration of certified careers
Cost-of-living adjusted earnings in Indiana
A $60,000 salary in Indiana has the approximate purchasing power of a $65,934 salary in an average-cost-of-living state.
Regional comparison: Indiana vs. neighbors
| State | Median annual wage | vs IN |
|---|---|---|
| IN | $38,330 | — |
| IL | $45,960 | +20% vs IN |
| KY | $38,370 | +0% vs IN |
| MI | $39,570 | +3% vs IN |
| OH | $39,010 | +2% vs IN |
| State | Required training hours | vs IN |
|---|---|---|
| IN | 625 hours | — |
| IL | 600 hours | -25 hours |
| KY | 600 hours | -25 hours |
| MI | 625 hours | 0 hours |
| OH | 600 hours | -25 hours |
Healthcare in Indiana
14 paths| Career | License | Median salary |
|---|---|---|
| Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) | Required | $38,330 |
| Dental Assistant | No | $48,670 |
| EMT | Required | $42,740 |
| Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) | Required | $65,720 |
| Medical Assistant | No | $45,110 |
| Medical Coder | No | $47,670 |
| Paramedic | Required | $60,320 |
| Pharmacy Technician | Required | $44,560 |
| Phlebotomist | No | $39,250 |
| Radiology Technologist | Required | $77,640 |
| Registered Nurse (RN) | Required | $83,500 |
| Respiratory Therapist | Required | $79,730 |
| Surgical Technologist | No | $64,240 |
| Dental Hygienist | Required | $92,330 |
Skilled Trades in Indiana
5 paths| Career | License | Median salary |
|---|---|---|
| CDL Truck Driver | Required | $60,290 |
| Electrician | No | $68,490 |
| HVAC Technician | No | $60,430 |
| Plumber | Required | $76,320 |
| Welder | No | $49,730 |
Personal Care & Wellness in Indiana
4 paths| Career | License | Median salary |
|---|---|---|
| Personal Trainer | No | $34,960 |
| Barber | Required | $33,600 |
| Cosmetologist | Required | $32,830 |
| Massage Therapist | Required | $55,590 |
Professional & Business in Indiana
5 paths| Career | License | Median salary |
|---|---|---|
| CPA (Certified Public Accountant) | Required | $77,720 |
| Notary Public | Required | — |
| Paralegal | No | $57,030 |
| Insurance Agent | Required | $61,360 |
| Real Estate Agent | Required | $46,880 |