Florida Veteran Health Heroes

9 2021 Florida Veteran Health Heroes Florida Veterans Application for Licensure Online Response System (VALOR) If you are a military veteran or the spouse of an active duty service member seeking licensure in a health care profession in Florida, you are eligible for expedited licensure processing. To qualify: • You must apply for the license either six months before or after your or your spouse’s honorable discharge from the United States Armed Forces. • There is no application fee, licensure fee, or unlicensed activity fee for veterans and spouses of active duty service members who qualify for this license type. Military Veteran Fee Waiver If you are a military veteran, you may be eligible for a waiver of all health care professions’ initial application and licensure fees. To qualify: • Your application must be submitted within 60 months of discharge from any United States Armed Forces branches. • The initial license fee, application fee, and unlicensed activity fee will be waived for veterans returning from active duty service. This waiver does not include examination fees. Temporary Certificate to Practice in an Area of Critical Need Active duty service members and military veterans who served at least ten years in the United States Armed Forces may be eligible for a temporary certificate to practice in an area of critical need. • This certificate limits you to practicing in designated areas of critical need, and it is only available to physicians who have an active, unencumbered license in another jurisdiction of the United States. • There is no application fee for physicians seeking this certificate. This certificate is limited to physicians who will not receive compensation for their service. HEALTH CARE LICENSING SUPPORT SERVICES The Florida Department of Health is committed to honoring veterans, active duty service members, and families. We are sensitive to the challenge military families face when required to relocate, and we are proud to offer a seamless process that eliminates any financial burden. LAWS SUPPORTING MILITARY MEMBERS, VETERANS, AND THEIR FAMILIES