The screened professions listed below require background screening at initial licensure and/or renewal of licensure. Fingerprints are required to be submitted to the Florida Department of Law Enforcement electronically. Applicants/licensees are responsible for the screening costs and should be aware that fees vary by service provider. Each of these professions work in various health settings and provide services to Florida's health consumers.
The following professions are not subject to criminal background screening at initial and/or renewal of licensure unless applying for initial licensure as the spouse of an active member of the Armed Forces of the United States, pursuant to s. 456.024, F.S. Applicants applying for licensure under s. s. 456.024, F.S., must undergo a Level II, fingerprint-based background check.