Rhode Island Licensing Directory

Comprehensive guide to professional licensing, exams, and continuing education requirements in Rhode Island.

Updated Feb 12, 2026

Top Salary

172,790 (Dentist)

Fastest Path

6-24 months (Dentist)

Largest Sector

Healthcare

All Professions (60)

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Career Name	Median Salary vs Nat'l	Licensing Board	Difficulty
DentistHealthcare	172,790Nat: 172790 +0% vs Avg	RI Department of Health~Board of Denistry	High
PodiatristHealthcare	154,070Nat: $152,800 +1% vs Avg	RI Department of Health~Health Professions Regulation	High
OptometristHealthcare	144,360Nat: $134,830 +7% vs Avg	RI Department of Health~Health Professions Regulation	High
Physician AssistantHealthcare	141,600Nat: $133,260 +6% vs Avg	RI Department of Health~Health Professions Regulation	High
Nurse PractitionerHealthcare	130,710Nat: $129,210 +1% vs Avg	RI Department of Health~Health Professions Regulation	High
LawyerBusiness	128,920Nat: $151,160 -15% vs Avg	RI Supreme Court~Board of Bar Examiners	High