Professional Licensing Needs a Complete Makeover

Why does an interior designer need a license in only three states: Florida, Louisiana, and Nevada? Why do I need a high school diploma or GED to be an auctioneer in North Carolina? Should it really take five months to become a hairstylist in Wyoming? If I’ve been a licensed barber in Michigan for 20 years, how can I get licensed in Tennessee? These questions are just a sample of the oddities that drive discontent with our current professional licensing system. Read Full Article »