Applying for initial license without residency

[Cold Blooded]

Hello-

I have a serious dilemma. I have finally, yes finally passed Step 3, lost my residency.... I feel like I'll hear crickets if I ask, has anyone experienced this. But considering I believe I'm in a safe space, I'll ask- has ANYONE experienced this??? I'm in complete limbo. Can I apply for a license? I haven't practiced in 2 years and due to Covid- no one was taking volunteers to continue clinical practice. So what am I to do with 2 years of residency, a passed Step 3, no job, no immediate clinical experience and a half a million in the hole. I truly apologize for the depressing tone but...you know what it is...... Has anyone applied for an initial full license while not currently in residency or without the 2 years of immediate clinical experience most states require? Please share your outcome.

Thank you for any advice.

-Cold Blooded.

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[Crayola227]

Why didn't you immediately apply for licensure after losing residency to avoid this issue of not having practiced recently? Just curious. Answer might make a difference for your situation.

 

[Cold Blooded]

Why didn't you immediately apply for licensure after losing residency to avoid this issue of not having practiced recently? Just curious. Answer might make a difference for your situation.

I couldn't apply without passing Step 3. Thank you for your response.

 

[gutonc]

Duplicate. Closing.