Just because the ad says it does NOT mean it's true! An unlicensed entity may be a company or individual. To be a contractor in Arizona, an entity must be licensed.
Arizona makes practicing real estate without a license a class 6 felony, punishable by up to two years in prison and a $150,000 fine for first-time offenders and up to 5.75 years' incarceration for repeat offenders.
Entry-level positions in most industries require a bachelor's degree. Consultants usually hold degrees in business administration, finance or economics. However, degrees in psychology, marketing and computer science are common as well among business consultants.
Professional Licensing and Permits For example, real estate consultants must obtain a real estate license from the Arizona Department of Real Estate (A.R.S. § 32-2122). Similarly, a contractor performing construction-related services must be licensed by the Arizona Registrar of Contractors (A.R.S. § 32-1151).
To become a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) in Arizona, you typically need to pass the National Counselor Examination for Licensure and Certification (NCE) administered by the National Board for Certified Counselors (NBCC).
In Arizona, not all businesses are required to have a license, and some businesses must have more than one license.
Complete the Required Education CourseworkTo get an Arizona license you must be 18 years of age and have 3 years of actual experience as a licensed real estate agent or broker within the past 5 years, which is verified with the LI-226 form (Required for testing and licensing). Get a Fingerprint Clearance Card.
In Arizona, business brokers are regulated by the ADRE, which requires them to hold a real estate license.
Both residential and commercial real estate agents require a license. However, commercial real estate firms often have specific strict hiring requirements.