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State Licensure Guide

Kentucky

Licensing requirements, timelines, and fees for travel healthcare professionals in Kentucky (KY).

Licensure by Profession

Registered Nurse

RN
Compact
2–4 weeks$105–$155Temp permit
4 requirements

Licensed Practical Nurse

LPN
Compact
2–4 weeks$105–$155Temp permit
4 requirements

Certified Nursing Assistant

CNA
Single-State
2–4 weeks$105–$155Temp permit
4 requirements

Physical Therapist

PT
Compact
2–4 weeks$105–$155Temp permit
4 requirements

Physical Therapist Assistant

PTA
Compact
2–4 weeks$105–$155Temp permit
4 requirements

Occupational Therapist

OT
Compact
2–4 weeks$105–$155Temp permit
4 requirements

Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant

COTA
Compact
2–4 weeks$105–$155Temp permit
4 requirements

Speech-Language Pathologist

SLP
Compact
2–4 weeks$105–$155Temp permit
5 requirements

Respiratory Therapist

RT
Single-State
2–4 weeks$105–$155Temp permit
4 requirements

Radiologic Technologist

Rad Tech
Single-State
2–4 weeks$105–$155Temp permit
5 requirements

MRI Technologist

MRI Tech
Single-State
2–4 weeks$105–$155Temp permit
4 requirements

Diagnostic Medical Sonographer

Sonographer
Single-State
2–4 weeks$105–$155Temp permit
4 requirements

This guide is for informational purposes only. Licensure requirements change frequently. Always verify current requirements directly with the Kentucky licensing board.

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