Requirements & Fees

Temporary Sanitarian Information

An applicant must meet the following requirements: graduation from an accredited college or university, with a bachelor’s degree and concentration of courses in the general area of environmental health. In lieu thereof, an applicant may offer a bachelor’s degree which includes at least thirty (30) semester hours (or the equivalent) of courses in the physical and biological sciences, with a minimum of six (6) hours in the physical sciences and a minimum of ten (10) hours in the biological sciences. The physical sciences will be said to include only chemistry and physics; the biological sciences include but are not limited to biology, entomology, microbiology, zoology; and such applied sciences as animal husbandry, dairy husbandry, environmental sciences, environmental engineering, and veterinary science.


The following must be submitted:


  • Completed application for license – Click here for Form
  • Official transcript from college or university
  • Nonrefundable fee (paid online or personal check/money order – made out to LSBES)
  • Current photo


Fees for Temporary Sanitarian Permit


NOTE: A Temporary Permit is valid for one year from issue date!


  • Education Review and Temporary Permit – $25.00
  • Renewal of Temporary Permit – $25.00
  • Penalty for Late Payment of Renewal of Temporary Permit – $15.00


Official transcripts are to be emailed directly from college or university to:
Lsbes.board@gmail.com


NOTE: All documents become the property of the Louisiana State Board of Examiners for Sanitarians. All fees remitted are non-refundable except under such conditions as the Board may establish.


Welcome Home Act:  Act 253 of the 2024 Louisiana Legislative Session, applies to applicants holding Sanitarian's licenses from other states who are applying for a Louisiana Sanitarian's license and may be eligible for Louisiana license recognition.  To qualify, applicants must meet the following requirements:

-hold a current and valid license in another state with a similar scope of practice, as determined by LSBES

-has held the license for at least one year

-the other state required the applicant to pass an examination, or to meet education, training, or experience standards

-the other state holds the applicant in good standing

-does not have a disqualifying criminal record as determined by LSBES

-does not have a disciplinary action or investigation pending in another state

-pays all applicable fees

-lives in Louisiana and can provide proof of residency

If you are eligible, complete the Application for Temporary License, and indicate that you are currently a registered sanitarian. You will be contacted for more information.


Instructions for Renewing Temporary Sanitarian Permit

Sanitarians holding temporary permits may renew online or by submitting a letter to the Board. This letter must include temporary permit number, current mailing address, and appropriate fees.


Requirements & Fees for Examination


The Louisiana State Board of Examiners for Sanitarians offers examinations at least twice a year. The examination consists of a written exam and an oral exam.


Requirements for examination are: (ALL items must be submitted to the Board and approved no later than 14 days before test date)


  • 10-12 months field experience including specified phases of environmental health
  • Completion of a short, intensive training course in environmental health (copy of one-page completion certificate must be provided)
  • Letter requesting examination by applicant
  • Letter of recommendation from Regional Sanitarian Director/Parish Manager/Program Supervisor
  • Copy of Civil Service Employee Notification Form verifying date of hire and position.
  • Copy of active temporary sanitarian permit.
  • Examination Fee – $50.00
  • Re-examination Fee – $25.00

Fees for Registered Sanitarians


The following fees are hereby in effect:


  • Renewal of Registered Sanitarian License – $25.00 – PAY ONLINE
  • Duplicate License – $20.00
  • Penalty for Late Payment of Renewal of Registered Sanitarian License – $15.00 – PAY ONLINE
  • Reinstatement Due to Revocation/Suspension (in addition to all past unpaid renewal fees) – $100.00
  • Reactivation of Registered Sanitarian License – $100.00
  • Registered Sanitarian Licenses are to be renewed by January 15th of each year.

Registered Sanitarians Online Renewal


NOTE: Registered Sanitarian Licenses are to be renewed by January 15th of each year!

  • Renewal of Registered Sanitarian License – $25.00
  • Penalty for Late Payment of Renewal of Registered Sanitarian License – $15.00
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