Certifications & licenses in Nevada
Compare requirements, salaries, and career paths for 28 professional credentials in NV. Data from BLS OEWS and primary state licensing sources.
What's different about Nevada
Licensing landscape in Nevada
Effective July 1, 2024, Nevada increased the minimum massage therapy training requirement to 625 hours, up from 550 hours.
Nevada Board of Massage Therapy
Aspiring cosmetologists must complete 1,600 training hours, and a 4-year license renewal costs $140.
Nevada State Board of Cosmetology
Applicants need four years of experience in the last 15 years and must pay a $600 biennial license fee.
Nevada State Contractors Board
As of January 2024, EMTs can obtain an IV endorsement but may only perform the skill under direct paramedic or AEMT supervision.
Southern Nevada Health District
Metro concentration of certified careers
Cost-of-living adjusted earnings in Nevada
With a cost of living just 0.1% above the national average, a $60,000 Nevada salary has nearly identical purchasing power as in an average-cost state.
Regional comparison: Nevada vs. neighbors
| State | Median annual wage | vs NV |
|---|---|---|
| NV | $45,490 | — |
| CA | $47,630 | +5% vs NV |
| OR | $49,830 | +10% vs NV |
| ID | $38,650 | -15% vs NV |
| UT | $39,840 | -12% vs NV |
| AZ | $44,780 | -2% vs NV |
| State | Required training hours | vs NV |
|---|---|---|
| NV | 625 hours | — |
| CA | 500 hours | -125 hours |
| OR | 625 hours | 0 hours |
| ID | 500 hours | -125 hours |
| UT | 600 hours | -25 hours |
| AZ | 700 hours | +75 hours |
Healthcare in Nevada
14 paths| Career | License | Median salary |
|---|---|---|
| Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) | Required | $45,490 |
| Dental Assistant | No | $47,110 |
| EMT | Required | $37,560 |
| Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) | Required | $76,160 |
| Medical Assistant | No | $45,200 |
| Medical Coder | No | $50,300 |
| Paramedic | Required | $59,280 |
| Pharmacy Technician | Required | $47,980 |
| Phlebotomist | Required | $45,760 |
| Radiology Technologist | Required | $82,910 |
| Registered Nurse (RN) | Required | $103,670 |
| Respiratory Therapist | Required | $85,480 |
| Surgical Technologist | No | $75,480 |
| Dental Hygienist | Required | $115,290 |
Skilled Trades in Nevada
5 paths| Career | License | Median salary |
|---|---|---|
| CDL Truck Driver | Required | $62,290 |
| Electrician | No | $73,570 |
| HVAC Technician | Required | $60,510 |
| Plumber | Required | $61,610 |
| Welder | No | $61,520 |
Personal Care & Wellness in Nevada
4 paths| Career | License | Median salary |
|---|---|---|
| Personal Trainer | No | $57,960 |
| Barber | Required | — |
| Cosmetologist | Required | $33,840 |
| Massage Therapist | Required | $53,540 |
Professional & Business in Nevada
5 paths| Career | License | Median salary |
|---|---|---|
| CPA (Certified Public Accountant) | Required | $81,600 |
| Notary Public | Required | — |
| Paralegal | No | $64,680 |
| Insurance Agent | Required | $49,100 |
| Real Estate Agent | Required | $79,990 |