Idaho Division of Occupational and Professional Licenses

What Idaho Division of Occupational and Professional Licenses does

The Idaho Division of Occupational and Professional Licenses (DOPL) is a state government regulatory agency that licenses and oversees more than 40 professional categories in Idaho spanning health professions, building and construction trades, real estate, and general occupations. DOPL operates under the Idaho Department of Self-Governing Agencies and was reconstituted in its current form by Executive Order 2020-10. The agency is headquartered in Boise with regional offices in Coeur d'Alene and Blackfoot, and serves a regulated community of licensees, applicants, and Idaho consumers across the state.

DOPL's core technology is the edopl.idaho.gov online licensing portal, which handles applications, renewals, public license search, public records, and complaint filing across its boards and commissions. A separate ArcGIS-powered permit application supports electrical, HVAC, and plumbing permits and inspection scheduling (expanded to Canyon County in 2023). DOPL participates in multi-state credential verification via the Provider Bridge emergency preparedness platform, exchanging data with FSMB, NCCPA, NCSBN, and ABMS, and partners with national exam administrators (Pearson VUE, NASBA, ASWB, NCSBN, NBCE) for candidate testing. In July 2024 the agency deployed a new licensing system that introduced birthdate-based renewal cycles; it is now migrating boards to biennial renewal cycles on a phased basis beginning April 2026.

DOPL is funded by a combination of state government appropriations and licensing, renewal, and permit fees. Fee schedules vary by profession (e.g., Veterinarian $200 initial, Acupuncturist $600/2-year, Athletic Commission fees reduced to $50–$75) and have been reduced or waived for several categories in 2025–2026. The agency's revenue is not publicly disclosed, and revenue recognition will shift in cadence as biennial renewals replace annual cycles.

Name

Idaho Division of Occupational and Professional Licenses

Legal name

Idaho Division of Occupational and Professional Licenses

Website

https://dopl.idaho.gov

Company type

Private

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

51–100 employees

Short description

The Idaho Division of Occupational and Professional Licenses is a state regulatory agency that licenses and oversees 40-plus professional categories across health, construction, real estate, and other occupations in Idaho, serving licensees and consumers via an online portal and three regional offices.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Professional Licensing Regulation

NAICS

Regulation, Licensing, and Inspection of Miscellaneous Commercial Sectors (92615)

akta.pro primary industry

Licensing & Permitting Authorities (General) (BPAIAOAB)

akta.pro secondary industries

Labor, Employment Standards & Occupational Licensing Boards (BPAIAOAF), Professional & Occupational Licensing Examination Authorities (EDADAFAD)

Keywords

• Professional licensing services
• Occupational regulation
• License renewal management
• Professional board oversight
• State regulatory agency

Headquarters

HQ city

Boise

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices3 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Technology or R&D, Infrastructure, Others

Revenue model

1. Professional License Fees: Revenue generated from licensing fees for professional occupations and health professions in Idaho, including initial license fees, renewal fees, and reinstatement fees. Fees vary by profession and license type.
2. Government Appropriation: State government funding as a regulatory agency within the Idaho Department of Self-Governing Agencies.

Pricing tiers

Distribution channels4 records

Marketing channels6 records

Core offering

The Idaho Division of Occupational and Professional Licenses (DOPL) is a state government regulatory agency that issues, renews, and regulates professional licenses across 50+ professional categories spanning health professions, building/construction, real estate, and occupational licenses. The agency operates through 40+ professional licensing boards and commissions, provides an online licensing portal for applications and renewals, processes complaints against licensees, and conducts investigation and disciplinary processes to ensure public safety.

Product overview

The Idaho Division of Occupational and Professional Licenses (DOPL) is a state government regulatory agency, not a commercial product company. DOPL does not offer a unified software product in the traditional sense; rather, it administers a portfolio of licensing services, online portals, and public-facing systems that enable the regulation of 40+ professional categories. The core 'product' is the Online Licensing Portal (edopl.idaho.gov) which provides license applications, renewals, and searches. Supporting systems include a permit application system for electrical/HVAC/plumbing work (built on ArcGIS), inspection scheduling, and a complaint filing process. DOPL also connects to the Provider Bridge emergency preparedness platform for credential verification of health professionals. The various professional boards (Dentistry, Nursing, Medicine, Pharmacy, etc.) each have distinct licensing requirements but share the common DOPL online infrastructure.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Online Licensing Portal (edopl.idaho.gov) Web-based portal providing online services for license applications, renewals, and management for all DOPL-regulated professions. Enables licensees to create profiles, associate existing licenses, complete renewals, and update contact information.
• License Search and Verification Public search tool allowing anyone to verify the status of a license or registration, and to access a public list of all licensees for regulated professions in Idaho.
• Permit Application System (ArcGIS) Online system for applying for and purchasing electrical, HVAC, and plumbing permits, built on ArcGIS enterprise mapping platform with instant sidebar application.
• Inspection Scheduling Online request system for scheduling electrical, HVAC, and plumbing inspections on permitted work.
• Complaint Filing System Online process for filing complaints against licensees, managed through DOPL's Investigation and Disciplinary Process.
• Professional Licensing Boards DOPL oversees 40+ professional licensing boards and commissions across building/construction, health professions, and occupational licenses, including: Architects & Landscape Architects, Board of Dentistry, Board of Nursing, Board of Medicine, Board of Pharmacy, Board of Accountancy, Real Estate Commission, Contractors, and many others.
• Provider Bridge Integration Free emergency preparedness platform that maintains a registry of health professionals with verified credentials. Licensees can create a digital passport with their credentials, verified via data sharing with FSMB, NCCPA, NCSBN, and ABMS.

Quantifiable outcome

• Licenses transitioning from annual to biennial renewal cycles
• +2 more outcomes

Segments5 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

Technology focussed No

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Has API

No

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Core technology

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App detail

Integration7 records

Partnerships

Eight partnerships are on record, tiered core.

• Board of Nursing (for Midwifery)coreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 July 2024During the 2024 Legislative Session, Idaho Legislature passed H0437, transferring midwifery regulation from the dissolved Board of Midwifery to the Board of Nursing effective July 1, 2024. A midwifery advisory committee consisting of three licensed midwives, a physician, and a public member was established under the Board of Nursing authority.
• Allied Health Advisory Board ConsolidationcoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 July 2024Legislation H0436 consolidated four advisory boards (dietetic licensure board, board of athletic trainers, licensure board for respiratory therapy, and naturopathic medical board) into a single Allied Health Advisory Board under the Board of Medicine to improve administrative efficiency while maintaining the Board of Medicine as the licensing and discipline authority.
• Provider Bridge (FSMB, NCCPA, NCSBN, ABMS)coreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 7 March 2024Provider Bridge is a free technology platform that maintains a comprehensive registry of health professionals for emergency preparedness. DOPL participates in data sharing with Federation of State Medical Boards (FSMB), National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants (NCCPA), National Council of State Boards of Nursing (NCSBN), and American Board of Medical Specialties (ABMS) to verify credentials of physicians, PAs, and nurses. The platform allows healthcare entities to verify credentials and contact providers during emergencies.
• ADA (Americans with Disabilities Act)coreOthersDOPL provides ADA accommodations for examination processes required for licensure. Applicants with disabilities may request accommodations by submitting documentation and application to DOPL, consistent with ADA of 1990 requirements.
• National Association of State Boards of Accountancy (NASBA)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerDOPL works with NASBA for CPA examination administration, credit extensions, passing score setting, and mobile app for exam candidates. NASBA provides exam administration services and coordinate with state boards including Idaho State Board of Accountancy.
• Association of Social Work Boards (ASWB)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerDOPL participates in ASWB exam administration for social work licensing. This includes exam administration changes, online proctoring pilot program, and Test Mastery Inclusion Program for unsuccessful test-takers.
• National Council of State Boards of Nursing (NCSBN)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerDOPL participates in NCSBN programs including NCLEX examination administration for nursing candidates, fraud detection guidance, and nursing workforce data collection through the Idaho Biennial Nursing Workforce Report.
• National Board of Chiropractic Examiners (NBCE)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerDOPL administers NBCE examinations for chiropractic licensure including Part IV exam format changes effective 2026. Practice analysis surveys are conducted to validate exam content aligned with contemporary chiropractic practices.

Scale indicators3 records

Recent moves10 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Direct peers

• Pennsylvania Department of State — Bureau of Professional and Occupational Affairs: Pennsylvania's state licensing authority for professionals and occupations. Comparable scope and board-based governance structure to DOPL, with online licensing portal and statewide regulatory mandate.
• Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation (TDLR): Texas state agency licensing and regulating a broad range of professions and trades. Directly comparable to DOPL in administering licensing, examinations, and continuing education across diverse profession categories within a single state framework.
• Washington State Department of Labor & Industries (L&I): Washington's state agency that handles contractor licensing, electrical permits, and trade regulation alongside workplace safety. Overlaps with DOPL's construction and electrical/HVAC/plumbing permitting functions.
• New York State Department of State — Division of Licensing Services: New York state's licensing division regulating numerous professions and businesses. Comparable to DOPL in providing online licensing, multi-board administration, and statewide regulatory authority.
• California Department of Consumer Affairs (DCA): California's state agency overseeing licensing and regulation of numerous professionals across health, construction, and occupational categories. Comparable to DOPL as a state-level umbrella licensing authority with multi-board governance and similar regulatory scope.
• Florida Department of Business and Professional Regulation (DBPR): Florida's state agency responsible for licensing and regulating businesses and professionals. Operates an online portal (myfloridalicense.com) for applications, renewals, and verification, mirroring DOPL's edopl.idaho.gov platform.
• Colorado Department of Regulatory Agencies (DORA): Colorado's central regulatory agency overseeing professional licensing across dozens of professions. Structurally similar to DOPL with consolidated board oversight, online licensing services, and Division-level organization.

Regional players

• Oregon Building Codes Division: Oregon's state division overseeing building codes, contractor licensing, and trade permits. Operates in a neighboring regional market with closely comparable construction/trade licensing functions to DOPL's building and construction portfolio.

Broad incumbents

• Federation of State Medical Boards (FSMB): National non-profit representing state medical and osteopathic licensing boards across the U.S. Operates Provider Bridge in partnership with DOPL and comparable state agencies, providing a national-level counterpart to DOPL's medical board oversight.
• National Association of State Boards of Accountancy (NASBA): National organization that supports state boards of accountancy with CPA exam administration, score setting, and credit services. DOPL's Board of Accountancy directly partners with NASBA — a peer in the regulatory ecosystem though not a direct competitor.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses4 records

Competitive moat3 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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