Professional License Verification

Verify Required Credentials

For roles in healthcare, finance, law, engineering, real estate, education, and dozens of other regulated industries, holding a valid professional license is a legal requirement. Research Services verifies professional licenses directly with state licensing boards and issuing authorities.

Beyond confirming that a license exists, we also check for any disciplinary actions, complaints, suspensions, or revocations — information critical to making an informed hiring decision.

Verification with state boards and issuing authorities
All licensed professions and industries
Multi-state license checks available
Disciplinary action and sanction history included

Turnaround Time

Most professional license verifications are completed same day. Many state licensing databases allow instant or same-day retrieval. Boards that require manual contact may take longer.

Same Day in Most Cases

What's Returned

License type & number

License status (active / inactive / expired)

Date of original issuance

Expiration date

Issuing state & licensing board

Board contact information

Disciplinary actions or charges

License suspensions or revocations

Discrepancy flags if info doesn't match

Why License Verification Matters

Hiring a candidate without verifying their professional license can expose your organization to regulatory penalties, malpractice liability, and reputational damage — especially in healthcare, finance, and other heavily regulated fields.

A license that appears valid on the surface may be expired, suspended, or subject to active disciplinary proceedings that only a direct board verification will surface. Confirming credentials before hire is your first line of defense.

Licensed Professions We Verify

Healthcare

RN, LPN, NP, MD, DO, PA, PT, OT, RT, Pharmacist, Dentist, DDS, LCSW, LMSW

Finance

CPA, CFP, CFA, Series 7, Series 63, Investment Advisor, Insurance Agent

Legal

Attorney, Counselor at Law, Paralegal (where licensed), Notary Public

Education

Teacher, School Administrator, School Counselor, Special Education Specialist

Engineering & Architecture

PE (Professional Engineer), Architect, Land Surveyor, Structural Engineer

Real Estate

Real Estate Agent, Broker, Appraiser, Property Manager

Trades & Contractors

Electrician, Plumber, HVAC Technician, General Contractor, Home Improvement Contractor

Other Regulated

Social Worker, Chiropractor, Acupuncturist, Funeral Director, Security Guard

Connecticut Licensing Boards We Work With

For Connecticut-based hires, we verify directly with the appropriate state authority. Common boards include:

CT Department of Public HealthRNs, LPNs, NPs, MDs, PAs, PTs, OTs, pharmacists, dentists, social workers, and more

CT Department of Consumer ProtectionReal estate agents & brokers, contractors, home improvement contractors, pharmacies

CT Department of BankingMortgage loan originators, financial advisors, money service businesses

CT Judicial Branch / CT BarAttorneys and counselors admitted to practice in Connecticut

CT State Department of EducationTeachers, administrators, school counselors, and special education professionals

CT DEEP / Other BoardsEngineers, electricians, plumbers, HVAC technicians, and other licensed trades

Healthcare Hiring? Don’t Skip the OIG Exclusion List.

The OIG (Office of Inspector General) exclusion list identifies individuals and entities prohibited from participating in Medicare, Medicaid, and other federal healthcare programs. Hiring an excluded individual — even unknowingly — can result in significant civil monetary penalties.

For comprehensive healthcare sanctions screening, we offer FACIS Level 3 — a search that goes well beyond the OIG list alone. FACIS Level 3 checks over 800 federal and state sources including the OIG exclusion list, GSA debarment, state Medicaid exclusion lists, state licensing board sanctions, and other regulatory disciplinary databases in a single consolidated search.

Frequently Asked Questions

How long does professional license verification take?

Most professional license verifications are completed same day. Many state licensing databases allow instant or same-day retrieval. Boards that require manual contact or written requests may take longer.

Do you verify licenses in all 50 states?

Yes. We verify professional licenses with state licensing boards and issuing authorities across all 50 states. For candidates holding licenses in multiple states, we can run concurrent checks and return a consolidated report.

What if a license is expired or lapsed?

We report the license status exactly as it appears on the board record — active, inactive, expired, or lapsed. An expired license is not the same as a revoked one, but it does mean the candidate is not currently authorized to practice. What you do with that information is your call.

Do you check for disciplinary actions and sanctions?

Yes. Our verification includes a check for any disciplinary actions, formal complaints, suspensions, or revocations on record with the licensing board. A license can be technically active while still subject to restrictions or ongoing proceedings — that distinction matters.

What is the OIG exclusion list and do you check it?

The OIG exclusion list identifies individuals prohibited from participating in Medicare, Medicaid, and other federal healthcare programs. Hiring an excluded individual can result in significant civil monetary penalties. For broader coverage, we offer FACIS Level 3 — a single search that checks over 800 federal and state sources including the OIG list, GSA debarment, state Medicaid exclusions, and state licensing board sanctions. Both are separate from state license verification but are strongly recommended for any healthcare hiring. Contact us to add either to your screening program.

What if a candidate holds licenses in multiple states?

We can verify licenses across multiple states concurrently and return a consolidated report. This is common for healthcare professionals, attorneys, engineers, and real estate agents licensed in more than one jurisdiction.