About Professional Licensing Bureau

The division was created in 1986 by state reorganization. In July, 2006 the division became a bureau of the Division of Banking.  The Superintendent of Banking has the responsibility to oversee the following professions: accountants; architects; engineers and land surveyors; landscape architects; real estate brokers and agents; real estate appraisers; and interior designers. These professions determine the requirements for: examination; licensing and regulation; review and investigation of complaints; licensee discipline; peer review committees; renewal requirements and the continuing education necessary for renewal. There are approximately 40,000 licensees within the bureau, including both in-state and out-of-state.