Certifications & licenses in Maine
Compare requirements, salaries, and career paths for 28 professional credentials in ME. Data from BLS OEWS and primary state licensing sources.
What's different about Maine
Licensing landscape in Maine
Maine requires 1,500 hours of training at a licensed school, or 2,500 hours in an approved apprenticeship over at least 18 months.
Board of Barbering and Cosmetology
To be licensed, massage therapists must complete a program of at least 500 hours, a requirement that has been stable since 2023.
Massage Therapy Licensure Program
For license renewal as of 2024, electricians must complete 15 hours of continuing education on the current National Electrical Code.
Electricians' Examining Board
For initial state licensure, Maine uses the National Registry of EMT (NREMT) cognitive and psychomotor exams at all provider levels.
Maine Emergency Medical Services
Metro concentration of certified careers
Cost-of-living adjusted earnings in Maine
A $60,000 salary in Maine has the purchasing power of about $52,083 in a state with an average cost of living.
Regional comparison: Maine vs. neighbors
| State | Median annual wage | vs ME |
|---|---|---|
| ME | $47,070 | — |
| NH | $47,870 | +2% vs ME |
| State | Required training hours | vs ME |
|---|---|---|
| ME | 500 hours | — |
| NH | 750 hours | +250 hours |
Healthcare in Maine
14 paths| Career | License | Median salary |
|---|---|---|
| Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) | Required | $47,070 |
| Dental Assistant | No | $60,070 |
| EMT | Required | $46,340 |
| Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) | Required | $73,200 |
| Medical Assistant | No | $47,580 |
| Medical Coder | No | $52,090 |
| Paramedic | Required | $63,050 |
| Pharmacy Technician | Required | $45,400 |
| Phlebotomist | No | $45,640 |
| Radiology Technologist | Required | $80,080 |
| Registered Nurse (RN) | Required | $86,990 |
| Respiratory Therapist | Required | $82,470 |
| Surgical Technologist | No | $62,860 |
| Dental Hygienist | Required | $97,680 |
Skilled Trades in Maine
5 paths| Career | License | Median salary |
|---|---|---|
| CDL Truck Driver | Required | $57,050 |
| Electrician | Required | $75,380 |
| HVAC Technician | Required | $63,170 |
| Plumber | Required | $64,000 |
| Welder | No | $62,220 |
Personal Care & Wellness in Maine
4 paths| Career | License | Median salary |
|---|---|---|
| Personal Trainer | No | $47,060 |
| Barber | Required | $35,300 |
| Cosmetologist | Required | $44,000 |
| Massage Therapist | Required | $73,290 |
Professional & Business in Maine
5 paths| Career | License | Median salary |
|---|---|---|
| CPA (Certified Public Accountant) | Required | $77,480 |
| Notary Public | Required | — |
| Paralegal | No | $62,420 |
| Insurance Agent | Required | $62,920 |
| Real Estate Agent | Required | $56,930 |