IMPORTANT OFFICE CLOSURE ALERT
All Division of Professions and Occupations (DPO) Offices at 1560 Broadway, Denver CO are closed to the public indefinitely effective 2pm on March 23rd, 2020. However, DPO staff is still working hard to help all customers remotely. Please contact the Division at dora_dpo_licensing@state.co.us for assistance.
How We Can Help
You've done your duty for your country. Now you're focused on your own career. The Department of Regulatory Agencies (DORA) licenses and regulates more than 50 licensed professions and occupations in the state of Colorado and is committed to providing professional support and customer service to military personnel, including Active Duty, Reserves, National Guard, military spouses, and Veterans.
Your Civilian Career
DORA is pleased to be able to share resources and information throughout this site to assist Active Duty Military, Reserves, National Guard, military spouses and Veterans in understanding how they may apply the skills they acquired while in service toward professional licensure or certification. DORA has implemented several initiatives to streamline and enhance licensure processes based on military experience. Assistance for military spouses who may currently hold a professional license in another state is also available.
Consumer Information
As the consumer protection department of the state, DORA is also here as a resource as you make important consumer choices for yourself and your family. We’ve compiled additional information that could help you be prepared and protect yourself throughout the different stages of your civilian life.