Apply for Licensure

Applicants can submit their application for licensure to the RCB up to 90 days before meeting the education requirements or once education requirements have been met. New graduates are encouraged to submit their applications as soon as possible (but not earlier than the 90-day time period) to allow the RCB ample time to process the application. The RCB highly encourages all applicants apply online for fastest processing times.

To apply, you will need to register for a BreEZe account. For assistance applying online, you may utilize the Online Initial Application for Licensure Step-by-Step Instructions.

All applicants must provide the following:

  • (if applicable)

If you have any questions or concerns regarding the application process, or are having trouble with your BreEZe account, please contact the RCB toll free at (866) 375-0386 or by email at rcbinfo@dca.ca.gov.

You can check the progress of your application by logging onto your BreEZe account.

To apply by mail, please contact the RCB to obtain the Application for Licensure packet.

NOTICE: The RCB expedites the licensure process for an applicant that is currently serving as an active duty member of the Armed Forces of the United States or has served and was honorably discharged and for spouses and domestic partners of those on active duty in the Armed Forces. Please refer to the Military Personnel and Military Spouses/Domestic Partners page for additional details.