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IT Project Manager Licensing in Arkansas

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Last verified: Feb 21, 2026

Current

Application Fee

See agency

Exam Requirement

State exam required

Renewal Cycle

See board renewal rules

Licensing Blueprint for IT Project Manager in Arkansas

Estimated timeline: 2-18 years

Core Requirements

  1. 1

    Must be at least 18 years of age at the time of application. 2) Must not be suffering from habitual drunkenness or from narcotic addiction or dependence. 3) Must not have been discharged from the United States Armed Services under dishonorable conditions. 4) Must not have been adjudicated as mentally incompetent or have been involuntarily committed to a mental institution or mental health treatment facility. 5) Must not be a registered sex offender or be required to register as a sex offender under the Sex Offender Registration Act of 1997. 6) Must not have been found guilty of or pleaded guilty or nolo contendere to one or more of the following in any court in the State of Arkansas or to a comparable offense in another state, or in a military or federal court for which a pardon has not been granted: a. A felony, b. A Class A misdemeanor involving theft, sexual offenses, violence, an element of dishonesty, or a crime against a person as determined by the department. c. An attempted felony or solicitation or conspiracy to commit a felony that is classified as a Class A misdemeanor. 7) An individual shall not be denied issuance of a license or credential or renewal of an existing license or credential if the individual by any court has been found guilty of or pleaded guilty or nolo contendere to any misdemeanor if the person was found guilty of or pleaded guilty or nolo contendere to the misdemeanor 10 or more years before the date of the application for issuance or renewal. 8) The state and national criminal background check shall include a record of all offenses that have been previously sealed or expunged by any court. 9) A manager of a Class "E" Unrestricted Alarm System Company must have completed all of the courses from one of the following organizations: NICET Level III or Level IV

    • ESA Level I, Level IIA-Electronics or ABAT, and FAIM
    • NESA Electronics and Fire Installation and Wiring Codes, Elite Continuing Education University, Elite CEU Level I
    • Advanced Electronic Intrustion Technician (AEIT) and
    • Fire Alarm Installation Techniques (FAIT). 10) A manager of a Class "E" Restricted Alarm System Company must have completed all of the courses from one of the following organizations: NICET Level II
    • ESA Level 2A-Electronics or ABAT and Level 2B fire systems installation standards or FAIM
    • or NESA Electronics and Fire Installation and Wiring Codes
    • Elite Continuing Education University, Elite CEU Level I
    • Advanced Electronic Intrustion Technician (AEIT) and
    • Fire Alarm Installation Techniques (FAIT). 12) Must be in compliance with any other reasonable qualifications that the Director of the Department of Arkansas State Police may set by rule. Written State
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    Must be at least 18 years of age at the time of application. 2) Must not be suffering from habitual drunkenness or from narcotic addiction or dependence. 3) Must not have been discharged from the United States Armed Services under dishonorable conditions. 4) Must not have been adjudicated as mentally incompetent or have been involuntarily committed to a mental institution or mental health treatment facility. 5) Must not be a registered sex offender or be required to register as a sex offender under the Sex Offender Registration Act of 1997. 6) Must not have been found guilty of or pleaded guilty or nolo contendere to one or more of the following in any court in the State of Arkansas or to a comparable offense in another state, or in a military or federal court for which a pardon has not been granted: a. A felony, b. A Class A misdemeanor involving theft, sexual offenses, violence, an element of dishonesty, or a crime against a person as determined by the department. c. An attempted felony or solicitation or conspiracy to commit a felony that is classified as a Class A misdemeanor. 7) An individual shall not be denied issuance of a license or credential or renewal of an existing license or credential if the individual by any court has been found guilty of or pleaded guilty or nolo contendere to any misdemeanor if the person was found guilty of or pleaded guilty or nolo contendere to the misdemeanor 10 or more years before the date of the application for issuance or renewal. 8) The state and national criminal background check shall include a record of all offenses that have been previously sealed or expunged by any court. 9) A manager of a Class "E" Unrestricted Alarm System Company must have completed all of the courses from one of the following organizations: NICET Level III or Level IV

    • ESA Level I, Level IIA-Electronics or ABAT, and FAIM
    • NESA Electronics and Fire Installation and Wiring Codes, Elite Continuing Education University, Elite CEU Level I
    • Advanced
  3. 3

    Education: Specific course required.

  4. 4

    Experience: Work experience required.

  5. 5

    Background/Criminal Review: Specific type of conviction prohibited.

  6. 6

    Physical Requirement: No physical requirements.

  7. 7

    Certification: Certification required.

  8. 8

    License Type: Tied to business.

  9. 9

    Manager means in the case of a corporation, an officer or supervisor or, in the case of a partnership, a general or unlimited partner meeting the experience qualifications for managing a security services contractor, private business, or an investigations company.

  10. 10

    Requirements: 1) Must be at least 18 years of age at the time of application.

  11. 11

    7) An individual shall not be denied issuance of a license or credential or renewal of an existing license or credential if the individual by any court has been found guilty of or pleaded guilty or nolo contendere to any misdemeanor if the person was found guilty of or pleaded guilty or nolo contendere to the misdemeanor 10 or more years before the date of the application for issuance or renewal.

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    8) The state and national criminal background check shall include a record of all offenses that have been previously sealed or expunged by any court.

  13. 13

    9) A manager of a Class "E" Unrestricted Alarm System Company must have completed all of the courses from one of the following organizations: NICET Level III or Level IV

    • ESA Level I, Level IIA-Electronics or ABAT, and FAIM
    • NESA Electronics and Fire Installation and Wiring Codes, Elite Continuing Education University, Elite CEU Level I
    • Advanced Electronic Intrustion Technician (AEIT) and
    • Fire Alarm Installation Techniques (FAIT).
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    10) A manager of a Class "E" Restricted Alarm System Company must have completed all of the courses from one of the following organizations: NICET Level II

    • ESA Level 2A-Electronics or ABAT and Level 2B fire systems installation standards or FAIM
    • or NESA Electronics and Fire Installation and Wiring Codes
    • Elite Continuing Education University, Elite CEU Level I
    • Advanced Electronic Intrustion Technician (AEIT) and
    • Fire Alarm Installation Techniques (FAIT).

Exam and processing details

  • No fee ($50.00 re-exam), Credential Application

Continuing education and program notes

  • Continuing Education University, Elite CEU Level I
  • Advanced Electronic Intrustion Technician (AEIT) and
  • Fire Alarm Installation Techniques (FAIT)

Application Snapshot

  1. Licensing Authority

    Arkansas Department of Public Safety • Arkansas State Police-Regulatory Services Division • Private Investigators-Security-Alarm Installation and Monitoring

  2. Current Filing Fee

    See agency

  3. Renewal Cycle

    See board renewal rules

  4. Salary Position

    $77,830 median (29% below national)

  5. State Salary Rank

    #47 of 50 states

Step-by-Step Process (7)

  1. 1. Confirm eligibility prerequisites (Must be at least 18 years of age at the time of application. 2) Must not be suffering from habitual drunkenness or from narcotic addictio...; Must be at least 18 years of age at the time of application. 2) Must not be suffering from habitual drunkenness or from narcotic addictio...).
  2. 2. Complete required education or training: Specific course required.
  3. 3. Document required supervised experience: Work experience required.
  4. 4. Pass required examination steps: State exam required No fee ($50.00 re-exam), Credential Application.
  5. 5. Prepare supporting documentation (background check: Specific type of conviction prohibited; Must be at least 18 years of age at the time of application. 2) Must not be suffering from habitual drunkenness or from narcotic addictio...; Must be at least 18 years of age at the time of application. 2) Must not be suffering from habitual drunkenness or from narcotic addictio...).
  6. 6. Submit the application to Arkansas Department of Public Safety~Arkansas State Police-Regulatory Services Division~Private Investigators-Security-Alarm Installation and Monitoring and monitor board communications.
  7. 7. Maintain post-licensure compliance (continuing education: No continuing education requirement to maintain license).

Salary Insights in Arkansas

With a median salary of $77,830, IT Project Managers in Arkansas earn 29% below the national median of $108,970. Arkansas ranks #47 among 50 states. The typical licensing timeline is 2-18 years.

State Hiring Climate (QCEW)

Steady

QoQ Employment Change

+1%

Average Weekly Wage

$1,118

Median annual salary

$77,830

Hourly estimate

$37.42
29% below national median

Difference: -$31,140

Percentile Distribution

Annual compensation
  • P1010th percentile$40,960
  • P2525th percentile$50,690
  • P50Median$77,830
  • P7575th percentile$110,360
  • P9090th percentile$131,060

State vs National Median

State: $77,830
National: $108,970

Total employment: 800 | Annual openings: N/A

IT Project Manager Salary Ranking

#47 of 50 statesfor IT Project Manager median salary
RankStateMedian Salary
#1Maryland$141,540
#2Virginia$132,810
#3Delaware$132,670
#4Washington$131,800
#5California$128,750

Nearby States Comparison

IT Project Manager licensing across the region
StateMedian SalaryEducationExamTimeline
Arkansas$77,830Specific course requiredState exam required2-18 years
Missouri$84,250Degree requiredThird-party exam requiredVaries by board
Tennessee$65,370Specific course requiredThird-party exam required21 years
Mississippi$86,380No educational requirementsChoice of state or third-party examVaries by board
Louisiana$75,560No educational requirementsNo exam requiredVaries by board
Texas$108,170Specific course requiredState exam requiredVaries by board
Oklahoma$95,640Degree requiredState-approved examVaries by board

License by Endorsement

Transfer requirements are state-specific. Use this quick matrix as a planning signal, then verify final endorsement rules with each board.

StateReciprocity ScoreTierNotes
Arkansas54LowState-specific exam conditions may apply. Documented experience may be required.
Missouri50LowState-specific exam conditions may apply. Documented experience may be required.
Tennessee60MediumState-specific exam conditions may apply. Documented experience may be required.
Mississippi50LowState-specific exam conditions may apply. Documented experience may be required.
Louisiana54LowState-specific exam conditions may apply. Documented experience may be required.
Texas50LowState-specific exam conditions may apply. Documented experience may be required.
  • License status indicator: Active.
  • Continuing education indicator: No continuing education requirement to maintain license.
  • Reciprocity and transfer rules vary by state board. Verify directly with the agency.

Official Licensing Agency

Official website verified

Arkansas Department of Public Safety • Arkansas State Police-Regulatory Services Division • Private Investigators-Security-Alarm Installation and Monitoring

#1 State Police Plaza Drive, Little Rock, AR, 72209

Phone: 5016188600

Related Careers in Arkansas

ProfessionMedian SalaryEducationTimeline
Computer Network Architects$109,900Degree requiredVaries by board
Cybersecurity Analyst$93,560Varies by state boardVaries by board
Database Architects$101,000Degree requiredVaries by board
Software Developer$96,820Degree required2 years

FAQ

How long does it take to become a IT Project Manager in Arkansas?

Most applicants finish the licensing path in about 2-18 years, but timing can change based on education track, exam scheduling, and board processing.

What exams are required for IT Project Managers in Arkansas?

Arkansas lists State exam required as part of the licensure process for IT Project Managers.

What education do you need to become a IT Project Manager in Arkansas?

The board typically expects Specific course required for IT Project Manager licensure in Arkansas.

What is the typical IT Project Manager salary in Arkansas?

The median annual salary for IT Project Managers in Arkansas is $77,830. Salaries range from $40,960 (10th percentile) to $131,060 (90th percentile).

How does the IT Project Manager salary in Arkansas compare to the national average?

IT Project Managers in Arkansas earn 29% below the national median of $108,970, with a state median of $77,830.

How many IT Project Managers work in Arkansas?

Arkansas employs approximately 800 IT Project Managers according to BLS data.

Can I transfer my IT Project Manager license to Arkansas from another state?

Transfer requirements vary by board. License status indicator: Active. Continuing education indicator: No continuing education requirement to maintain license. Reciprocity and transfer rules vary by state board. Verify directly with the agency.

Who is the licensing agency for IT Project Managers in Arkansas?

The licensing agency is Arkansas Department of Public Safety / Arkansas State Police-Regulatory Services Division / Private Investigators-Security-Alarm Installation and Monitoring. Review agency details at https://www.asp.arkansas.gov/services-and-programs/detail/Private-Investigators-Security-Alarm-Installation-Monitoring.

How often do you renew a IT Project Manager license in Arkansas?

Current guidance indicates a renewal cycle of See board renewal rules.