What type of license can be issued without needing to pass an exam?

The reciprocity license is designed for individuals who are already licensed in another state and have met the necessary qualifications and educational requirements. This type of license allows for the transfer of licensure between states without necessitating an additional examination, given that the original licensing state’s requirements are deemed equivalent to those of North Dakota. This means that, if the applicant's qualifications meet North Dakota's standards for licensure, they can obtain a reciprocity license without undergoing a testing process.

Other license types, such as temporary, provisional, and standard licenses, typically involve specific requirements that may include examinations or different conditions that must be met before licensure is granted. For instance, temporary and provisional licenses are often intended for individuals awaiting the results of their examinations or who are in training, reflecting different stages of the licensing process rather than outright reciprocity.