What is licensure by endorsement or reciprocity?

• A. A process that allows a licensee licensed in one jurisdiction to obtain a license in another by meeting that jurisdiction's equivalency requirements.
• B. A process requiring reeducation courses in a different state.
• C. A process to renew a license without any exam.
• D. A process to practice only under supervision.

Answer: (A)

Licensure by endorsement or reciprocity means recognizing a professional license from one jurisdiction and granting a similar license in another after confirming that the two jurisdictions’ standards are met, usually through an equivalency review. This allows someone already licensed elsewhere to practice in a new area without starting from scratch, provided their current license is in good standing and their education, experience, and any required credentials align with the new jurisdiction’s requirements.

That’s why the best description is the one that says a licensee licensed in one jurisdiction can obtain a license in another by meeting that jurisdiction’s equivalency requirements. The other options describe scenarios that aren’t central to endorsement—reeducation courses, license renewal without an exam, or practicing only under supervision.