Certifications & licenses in Oregon
Compare requirements, salaries, and career paths for 27 professional credentials in OR. Data from BLS OEWS and primary state licensing sources.
What's different about Oregon
As of July 1, 2024, required training for hair design is 1,110 hours and for nail technology is 241 hours.
Oregon Health Authority, Board of Cosmetology
Oregon requires 625 hours of education from an accredited school to become a Licensed Massage Therapist.
Oregon Board of Massage Therapists
An initial Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) course in Oregon is approximately 160 hours.
Oregon Health Authority
A general journeyman electrician license requires 8,000 hours of on-the-job experience and 576 hours of classroom instruction.
Oregon Building Codes Division
A $75,000 salary in Oregon has roughly the purchasing power of a $68,182 salary in an average-cost-of-living state.
| State | Median annual wage | vs OR |
|---|---|---|
| OR | $43,590 | — |
| CA | $45,170 | +4% vs OR |
| WA | $45,910 | +5% vs OR |
| ID | $36,990 | -15% vs OR |
| NV | $42,150 | -3% vs OR |
| State | Required training hours | vs OR |
|---|---|---|
| OR | 625 hours | — |
| CA | 500 hours | -125 hours |
| WA | 500 hours | -125 hours |
| ID | 500 hours | -125 hours |
| NV | 500 hours | -125 hours |
Healthcare in Oregon
13 paths| Career | License | Median salary |
|---|---|---|
| Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) | Required | $48,390 |
| Dental Assistant | No | $57,720 |
| EMT | Required | $48,070 |
| Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) | Required | $76,570 |
| Medical Assistant | No | $49,900 |
| Medical Coder | No | $57,260 |
| Paramedic | Required | $48,070 |
| Pharmacy Technician | Required | $51,210 |
| Phlebotomist | No | $47,510 |
| Radiology Technologist | Required | $99,530 |
| Respiratory Therapist | Required | $96,130 |
| Surgical Technologist | No | $79,410 |
| Dental Hygienist | Required | $118,280 |
Trades in Oregon
8 paths| Career | License | Median salary |
|---|---|---|
| CDL Truck Driver | Required | $61,180 |
| Electrician | Required | $97,320 |
| HVAC Technician | Required | $62,740 |
| Plumber | Required | $93,110 |
| Welder | Required | $58,590 |
| Barber | Required | — |
| Cosmetologist | Required | $35,760 |
| Massage Therapist | Required | $82,860 |
Professional in Oregon
6 paths| Career | License | Median salary |
|---|---|---|
| CPA (Certified Public Accountant) | Required | $81,130 |
| Notary Public | Required | — |
| Paralegal | Required | $63,970 |
| Personal Trainer | No | $49,700 |
| Insurance Agent | Required | $60,710 |
| Real Estate Agent | Required | $48,030 |