College of Health Sciences & Professions Professional Licensure

Professional Licensure List By Program

The list below indicates, to the best of our knowledge, whether or not the licensure programs in the College of Health Sciences and Professions meet educational requirements in each state. Links to state professional associations, or licensing authorities, are provided in the list and we urge you to seek guidance from the appropriate agency in your state.

Educational requirements for state licensure are subject to change. �� updates its determinations on an annual basis or when we are notified of a change in state requirements.

Child and Family Services (Bachelor's)

The Certified Child Life Specialist (CCLS)/child life professional certification is a voluntary national certification with no regulation at the state level. OHIO's program meets the state requirements in all states except for District of Columbia and the non-state territories. More information can be found in the list below.

State	State/National Board Website	Notes / Disclaimers
Alabama		Yes, OHIO's program meets the state requirements.
Alaska		Yes, OHIO's program meets the state requirements.
American Samoa	No information	�� has not made a determination regarding whether the program meets licensure requirements.
Arizona		Yes, OHIO's program meets the state requirements.
Arkansas		Yes, OHIO's program meets the state requirements.
California		Yes, OHIO's program meets the state requirements.
Colorado		Yes, OHIO's program meets the state requirements.
Connecticut		Yes, OHIO's program meets the state requirements.
Delaware		Yes, OHIO's program meets the state requirements.
District of Columbia		�� has not made a determination regarding whether the program meets licensure requirements in the District of Columbia.
Florida		Yes, OHIO's program meets the state requirements.
Georgia		Yes, OHIO's program meets the state requirements.
Guam	No Information	�� has not made a determination regarding whether the program meets licensure requirements.
Hawaii		Yes, OHIO's program meets the state requirements.
Idaho		Yes, OHIO's program meets the state requirements.
Illinois		Yes, OHIO's program meets the state requirements.
Indiana		Yes, OHIO's program meets the state requirements.
Iowa		Yes, OHIO's program meets the state requirements.
Kansas		Yes, OHIO's program meets the state requirements.
Kentucky		Yes, OHIO's program meets the state requirements.
Louisiana		Yes, OHIO's program meets the state requirements.
Maine		Yes, OHIO's program meets the state requirements.
Maryland		Yes, OHIO's program meets the state requirements.
Massachusetts		Yes, OHIO's program meets the state requirements.
Michigan		Yes, OHIO's program meets the state requirements.
Minnesota		Yes, OHIO's program meets the state requirements.
Mississippi		Yes, OHIO's program meets the state requirements.
Missouri		Yes, OHIO's program meets the state requirements.
Montana		Yes, OHIO's program meets the state requirements.
Nebraska		Yes, OHIO's program meets the state requirements.
Nevada		Yes, OHIO's program meets the state requirements.
New Hampshire		Yes, OHIO's program meets the state requirements.
New Jersey		Yes, OHIO's program meets the state requirements.
New Mexico		Yes, OHIO's program meets the state requirements.
New York		Yes, OHIO's program meets the state requirements.
North Carolina		Yes, OHIO's program meets the state requirements.
North Dakota		Yes, OHIO's program meets the state requirements.
Northern Mariana Islands	No Information	�� has not made a determination regarding whether the program meets licensure requirements.
Ohio		Yes, OHIO's program meets the state requirements.
Oklahoma		Yes, OHIO's program meets the state requirements.
Oregon		Yes, OHIO's program meets the state requirements.
Pacific Territories	No Information	�� has not made a determination regarding whether the program meets licensure requirements.
Pennsylvania		Yes, OHIO's program meets the state requirements.
Puerto Rico	No Information	�� has not made a determination regarding whether the program meets licensure requirements.
Rhode Island		Yes, OHIO's program meets the state requirements.
South Carolina		Yes, OHIO's program meets the state requirements.
South Dakota		Yes, OHIO's program meets the state requirements.
Tennessee		Yes, OHIO's program meets the state requirements.
Texas		Yes, OHIO's program meets the state requirements.
Utah		Yes, OHIO's program meets the state requirements.
Vermont		Yes, OHIO's program meets the state requirements.
Virgin Islands	No Information	�� has not made a determination regarding whether the program meets licensure requirements.
Virginia		Yes, OHIO's program meets the state requirements.
Washington		Yes, OHIO's program meets the state requirements.
West Virginia		Yes, OHIO's program meets the state requirements.
Wisconsin		Yes, OHIO's program meets the state requirements.
Wyoming		Yes, OHIO's program meets the state requirements.

Human Development and Family Science (Master's)

The Certified Child Life Specialist (CCLS)/child life professional certification is a voluntary national certification with no regulation at the state level. OHIO's program meets the state requirements in all states except for District of Columbia and the non-state territories. More information can be found in the list below.

State	State/National Board Website	Notes / Disclaimers
Alabama		Yes, OHIO's program meets the state requirements.
Alaska		Yes, OHIO's program meets the state requirements.
American Samoa	No information	�� has not made a determination regarding whether the program meets licensure requirements.
Arizona		Yes, OHIO's program meets the state requirements.
Arkansas		Yes, OHIO's program meets the state requirements.
California		Yes, OHIO's program meets the state requirements.
Colorado		Yes, OHIO's program meets the state requirements.
Connecticut		Yes, OHIO's program meets the state requirements.
Delaware		Yes, OHIO's program meets the state requirements.
District of Columbia		�� has not made a determination regarding whether the program meets licensure requirements in the District of Columbia.
Florida		Yes, OHIO's program meets the state requirements.
Georgia		Yes, OHIO's program meets the state requirements.
Guam	No Information	�� has not made a determination regarding whether the program meets licensure requirements.
Hawaii		Yes, OHIO's program meets the state requirements.
Idaho		Yes, OHIO's program meets the state requirements.
Illinois		Yes, OHIO's program meets the state requirements.
Indiana		Yes, OHIO's program meets the state requirements.
Iowa		Yes, OHIO's program meets the state requirements.
Kansas		Yes, OHIO's program meets the state requirements.
Kentucky		Yes, OHIO's program meets the state requirements.
Louisiana		Yes, OHIO's program meets the state requirements.
Maine		Yes, OHIO's program meets the state requirements.
Maryland		Yes, OHIO's program meets the state requirements.
Massachusetts		Yes, OHIO's program meets the state requirements.
Michigan		Yes, OHIO's program meets the state requirements.
Minnesota		Yes, OHIO's program meets the state requirements.
Mississippi		Yes, OHIO's program meets the state requirements.
Missouri		Yes, OHIO's program meets the state requirements.
Montana		Yes, OHIO's program meets the state requirements.
Nebraska		Yes, OHIO's program meets the state requirements.
Nevada		Yes, OHIO's program meets the state requirements.
New Hampshire		Yes, OHIO's program meets the state requirements.
New Jersey		Yes, OHIO's program meets the state requirements.
New Mexico		Yes, OHIO's program meets the state requirements.
New York		Yes, OHIO's program meets the state requirements.
North Carolina		Yes, OHIO's program meets the state requirements.
North Dakota		Yes, OHIO's program meets the state requirements.
Northern Mariana Islands	No Information	�� has not made a determination regarding whether the program meets licensure requirements.
Ohio		Yes, OHIO's program meets the state requirements.
Oklahoma		Yes, OHIO's program meets the state requirements.
Oregon		Yes, OHIO's program meets the state requirements.
Pacific Territories	No Information	�� has not made a determination regarding whether the program meets licensure requirements.
Pennsylvania		Yes, OHIO's program meets the state requirements.
Puerto Rico	No Information	�� has not made a determination regarding whether the program meets licensure requirements.
Rhode Island		Yes, OHIO's program meets the state requirements.
South Carolina		Yes, OHIO's program meets the state requirements.
South Dakota		Yes, OHIO's program meets the state requirements.
Tennessee		Yes, OHIO's program meets the state requirements.
Texas		Yes, OHIO's program meets the state requirements.
Utah		Yes, OHIO's program meets the state requirements.
Vermont		Yes, OHIO's program meets the state requirements.
Virgin Islands	No Information	�� has not made a determination regarding whether the program meets licensure requirements.
Virginia		Yes, OHIO's program meets the state requirements.
Washington		Yes, OHIO's program meets the state requirements.
West Virginia		Yes, OHIO's program meets the state requirements.
Wisconsin		Yes, OHIO's program meets the state requirements.
Wyoming		Yes, OHIO's program meets the state requirements.

Public Health (Master's)

The CHES and MCHES national certifications are a voluntary national certification with no regulation at the state level. OHIO's program meets the state requirements in all states and territories. More information and links can be found in the list below.

State	State/National Board Website	Notes / Disclaimers
Alabama		The CHES and MCHES national certifications are a voluntary national certification with no regulation at the state level.
Alaska		The CHES and MCHES national certifications are a voluntary national certification with no regulation at the state level.
American Samoa		The CHES and MCHES national certifications are a voluntary national certification with no regulation at the state level.
Arizona		The CHES and MCHES national certifications are a voluntary national certification with no regulation at the state level.
Arkansas		The CHES and MCHES national certifications are a voluntary national certification with no regulation at the state level.
California		The CHES and MCHES national certifications are a voluntary national certification with no regulation at the state level.
Colorado		The CHES and MCHES national certifications are a voluntary national certification with no regulation at the state level.
Connecticut		The CHES and MCHES national certifications are a voluntary national certification with no regulation at the state level.
Delaware		The CHES and MCHES national certifications are a voluntary national certification with no regulation at the state level.
District of Columbia		The CHES and MCHES national certifications are a voluntary national certification with no regulation at the state level.
Florida		The CHES and MCHES national certifications are a voluntary national certification with no regulation at the state level.
Georgia		The CHES and MCHES national certifications are a voluntary national certification with no regulation at the state level.
Guam		The CHES and MCHES national certifications are a voluntary national certification with no regulation at the state level.
Hawaii		The CHES and MCHES national certifications are a voluntary national certification with no regulation at the state level.
Idaho		The CHES and MCHES national certifications are a voluntary national certification with no regulation at the state level.
Illinois		The CHES and MCHES national certifications are a voluntary national certification with no regulation at the state level.
Indiana		The CHES and MCHES national certifications are a voluntary national certification with no regulation at the state level.
Iowa		The CHES and MCHES national certifications are a voluntary national certification with no regulation at the state level.
Kansas		The CHES and MCHES national certifications are a voluntary national certification with no regulation at the state level.
Kentucky		The CHES and MCHES national certifications are a voluntary national certification with no regulation at the state level.
Louisiana		The CHES and MCHES national certifications are a voluntary national certification with no regulation at the state level.
Maine		The CHES and MCHES national certifications are a voluntary national certification with no regulation at the state level.
Maryland		The CHES and MCHES national certifications are a voluntary national certification with no regulation at the state level.
Massachusetts		The CHES and MCHES national certifications are a voluntary national certification with no regulation at the state level.
Michigan		The CHES and MCHES national certifications are a voluntary national certification with no regulation at the state level.
Minnesota		The CHES and MCHES national certifications are a voluntary national certification with no regulation at the state level.
Mississippi		The CHES and MCHES national certifications are a voluntary national certification with no regulation at the state level.
Missouri		The CHES and MCHES national certifications are a voluntary national certification with no regulation at the state level.
Montana		The CHES and MCHES national certifications are a voluntary national certification with no regulation at the state level.
Nebraska		The CHES and MCHES national certifications are a voluntary national certification with no regulation at the state level.
Nevada		The CHES and MCHES national certifications are a voluntary national certification with no regulation at the state level.
New Hampshire		The CHES and MCHES national certifications are a voluntary national certification with no regulation at the state level.
New Jersey		The CHES and MCHES national certifications are a voluntary national certification with no regulation at the state level.
New Mexico		The CHES and MCHES national certifications are a voluntary national certification with no regulation at the state level.
New York		The CHES and MCHES national certifications are a voluntary national certification with no regulation at the state level.
North Carolina		The CHES and MCHES national certifications are a voluntary national certification with no regulation at the state level.
North Dakota		The CHES and MCHES national certifications are a voluntary national certification with no regulation at the state level.
Northern Mariana Islands		The CHES and MCHES national certifications are a voluntary national certification with no regulation at the state level.
Ohio		The CHES and MCHES national certifications are a voluntary national certification with no regulation at the state level.
Oklahoma		The CHES and MCHES national certifications are a voluntary national certification with no regulation at the state level.
Oregon		The CHES and MCHES national certifications are a voluntary national certification with no regulation at the state level.
Pacific Territories		The CHES and MCHES national certifications are a voluntary national certification with no regulation at the state level.
Pennsylvania		The CHES and MCHES national certifications are a voluntary national certification with no regulation at the state level.
Puerto Rico		The CHES and MCHES national certifications are a voluntary national certification with no regulation at the state level.
Rhode Island		The CHES and MCHES national certifications are a voluntary national certification with no regulation at the state level.
South Carolina		The CHES and MCHES national certifications are a voluntary national certification with no regulation at the state level.
South Dakota		The CHES and MCHES national certifications are a voluntary national certification with no regulation at the state level.
Tennessee		The CHES and MCHES national certifications are a voluntary national certification with no regulation at the state level.
Texas		The CHES and MCHES national certifications are a voluntary national certification with no regulation at the state level.
Utah		The CHES and MCHES national certifications are a voluntary national certification with no regulation at the state level.
Vermont		The CHES and MCHES national certifications are a voluntary national certification with no regulation at the state level.
Virgin Islands		The CHES and MCHES national certifications are a voluntary national certification with no regulation at the state level.
Virginia		The CHES and MCHES national certifications are a voluntary national certification with no regulation at the state level.
Washington		The CHES and MCHES national certifications are a voluntary national certification with no regulation at the state level.
West Virginia		The CHES and MCHES national certifications are a voluntary national certification with no regulation at the state level.
Wisconsin		The CHES and MCHES national certifications are a voluntary national certification with no regulation at the state level.
Wyoming		The CHES and MCHES national certifications are a voluntary national certification with no regulation at the state level.

Community and Public Health (Bachelor's)

State	State/National Board Website	Notes / Disclaimers
Alabama		The CHES and MCHES national certifications are a voluntary national certification with no regulation at the state level.
Alaska		The CHES and MCHES national certifications are a voluntary national certification with no regulation at the state level.
American Samoa		The CHES and MCHES national certifications are a voluntary national certification with no regulation at the state level.
Arizona		The CHES and MCHES national certifications are a voluntary national certification with no regulation at the state level.
Arkansas		The CHES and MCHES national certifications are a voluntary national certification with no regulation at the state level.
California		The CHES and MCHES national certifications are a voluntary national certification with no regulation at the state level.
Colorado		The CHES and MCHES national certifications are a voluntary national certification with no regulation at the state level.
Connecticut		The CHES and MCHES national certifications are a voluntary national certification with no regulation at the state level.
Delaware		The CHES and MCHES national certifications are a voluntary national certification with no regulation at the state level.
District of Columbia		The CHES and MCHES national certifications are a voluntary national certification with no regulation at the state level.
Florida		The CHES and MCHES national certifications are a voluntary national certification with no regulation at the state level.
Georgia		The CHES and MCHES national certifications are a voluntary national certification with no regulation at the state level.
Guam		The CHES and MCHES national certifications are a voluntary national certification with no regulation at the state level.
Hawaii		The CHES and MCHES national certifications are a voluntary national certification with no regulation at the state level.
Idaho		The CHES and MCHES national certifications are a voluntary national certification with no regulation at the state level.
Illinois		The CHES and MCHES national certifications are a voluntary national certification with no regulation at the state level.
Indiana		The CHES and MCHES national certifications are a voluntary national certification with no regulation at the state level.
Iowa		The CHES and MCHES national certifications are a voluntary national certification with no regulation at the state level.
Kansas		The CHES and MCHES national certifications are a voluntary national certification with no regulation at the state level.
Kentucky		The CHES and MCHES national certifications are a voluntary national certification with no regulation at the state level.
Louisiana		The CHES and MCHES national certifications are a voluntary national certification with no regulation at the state level.
Maine		The CHES and MCHES national certifications are a voluntary national certification with no regulation at the state level.
Maryland		The CHES and MCHES national certifications are a voluntary national certification with no regulation at the state level.
Massachusetts		The CHES and MCHES national certifications are a voluntary national certification with no regulation at the state level.
Michigan		The CHES and MCHES national certifications are a voluntary national certification with no regulation at the state level.
Minnesota		The CHES and MCHES national certifications are a voluntary national certification with no regulation at the state level.
Mississippi		The CHES and MCHES national certifications are a voluntary national certification with no regulation at the state level.
Missouri		The CHES and MCHES national certifications are a voluntary national certification with no regulation at the state level.
Montana		The CHES and MCHES national certifications are a voluntary national certification with no regulation at the state level.
Nebraska		The CHES and MCHES national certifications are a voluntary national certification with no regulation at the state level.
Nevada		The CHES and MCHES national certifications are a voluntary national certification with no regulation at the state level.
New Hampshire		The CHES and MCHES national certifications are a voluntary national certification with no regulation at the state level.
New Jersey		The CHES and MCHES national certifications are a voluntary national certification with no regulation at the state level.
New Mexico		The CHES and MCHES national certifications are a voluntary national certification with no regulation at the state level.
New York		The CHES and MCHES national certifications are a voluntary national certification with no regulation at the state level.
North Carolina		The CHES and MCHES national certifications are a voluntary national certification with no regulation at the state level.
North Dakota		The CHES and MCHES national certifications are a voluntary national certification with no regulation at the state level.
Northern Mariana Islands		The CHES and MCHES national certifications are a voluntary national certification with no regulation at the state level.
Ohio		The CHES and MCHES national certifications are a voluntary national certification with no regulation at the state level.
Oklahoma		The CHES and MCHES national certifications are a voluntary national certification with no regulation at the state level.
Oregon		The CHES and MCHES national certifications are a voluntary national certification with no regulation at the state level.
Pacific Territories		The CHES and MCHES national certifications are a voluntary national certification with no regulation at the state level.
Pennsylvania		The CHES and MCHES national certifications are a voluntary national certification with no regulation at the state level.
Puerto Rico		The CHES and MCHES national certifications are a voluntary national certification with no regulation at the state level.
Rhode Island		The CHES and MCHES national certifications are a voluntary national certification with no regulation at the state level.
South Carolina		The CHES and MCHES national certifications are a voluntary national certification with no regulation at the state level.
South Dakota		The CHES and MCHES national certifications are a voluntary national certification with no regulation at the state level.
Tennessee		The CHES and MCHES national certifications are a voluntary national certification with no regulation at the state level.
Texas		The CHES and MCHES national certifications are a voluntary national certification with no regulation at the state level.
Utah		The CHES and MCHES national certifications are a voluntary national certification with no regulation at the state level.
Vermont		The CHES and MCHES national certifications are a voluntary national certification with no regulation at the state level.
Virgin Islands		The CHES and MCHES national certifications are a voluntary national certification with no regulation at the state level.
Virginia		The CHES and MCHES national certifications are a voluntary national certification with no regulation at the state level.
Washington		The CHES and MCHES national certifications are a voluntary national certification with no regulation at the state level.
West Virginia		The CHES and MCHES national certifications are a voluntary national certification with no regulation at the state level.
Wisconsin		The CHES and MCHES national certifications are a voluntary national certification with no regulation at the state level.
Wyoming		The CHES and MCHES national certifications are a voluntary national certification with no regulation at the state level.

Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP) - Nurse Anesthesia

State	State/National Board Website	Notes / Disclaimers
Alabama		Requires state RN license.
Alaska		Requires state RN license. Requires national accreditation of graduate programs. Requires preceptors with appropriate credentials. Students must apply for preceptorship with the AK board.
American Samoa	No Information	�� has not made a determination regarding whether the program meets licensure requirements in the American Samoa.
Arizona		Requires approval by the Arizona State Board of Nursing and faculty must be licensed in the state.
Arkansas		Requires national accreditation and faculty must be licensed in AR.
California		Supervising Faculty must be licensed in CA.
Colorado		Faculty must be licensed in CO. Students and faculty are required to be covered by Workers Compensation.
Connecticut		Clinical faculty must be licensed in CT.
Delaware		Requires special DE Board of Nursing approval.
District of Columbia		No requirements specific to distance education.
Florida		The Florida board does not regulate post-licensure or distance (online) nursing education programs.
Georgia		Clinical and didactic faculty must be licensed in GA.
Guam		�� has not made a determination regarding whether the program meets licensure requirements in Guam.
Hawaii		No requirements specific to distance education.
Idaho		No information
Illinois		The APRN student and the preceptor in Illinois must have an Illinois RN license. The didactic online instructor does not need to have an Illinois license.
Indiana		No requirements specific to distance education.
Iowa		No Information
Kansas		APRN programs which have received accreditation from a board recognized national nursing accreditation agency, shall file evidence of initial accreditation with the board, and thereafter shall file all reports from the accreditation agency and any notice of any change in school accreditation status. APRN programs holding approval based upon national accreditation are also responsible for complying with all other requirements as determined by rules and regulations of the board.
Kentucky		The certifying body is accredited by the American Board of Nursing Specialties or the National Commission for Certifying Agencies.
Louisiana		Requires special LA Board of Nursing approval.
Maine		No requirements specific to distance education.
Maryland		Out-of-state nurse clinical faculty/preceptors, nursing program officials who visit/consult with students, or facility personnel must be licensed in Maryland.
Massachusetts		No requirements specific to distance education.
Michigan		No requirements specific to distance education. (see pages 1-4)
Minnesota		Requires special MN Board of Nursing approval. Also requires APRN License and national certification if responsible for courses in a specific APRN role and population
Mississippi		No requirements specific to distance education.
Missouri		Faculty must be licensed in MO.
Montana		Faculty member who is involved in the direct care of a patient in Montana must hold an unencumbered Montana APRN license and a Montana RN license/multistate compact RN license.
Nebraska		Requires special contact with the Nebraska APRN board.
Nevada		Faculty must be licensed in NV.
New Hampshire		Only in distance programs in which the student is earning their initial RN or APRN, must the school follow the rules pursuant to Nur602.15. However, for clinical placement in New Hampshire, please refer to the “School Approval Needed Chart,” on New Hampshire’s Office of Professional Licensure and Certification nursing education website, which includes information specific to clinical placements in New Hampshire, if available.
New Jersey		No requirements specific to distance education.
New Mexico		The NM board does not have statutory authority to oversee APRN programs.
New York		Institutions seeking to offer courses, or portions of programs, in New York must secure prior consent of the Board of Regents, regardless of the Institution's home state or accreditation status.
North Carolina		North Carolina does not approve or accredit nursing programs which are located outside of the state, including online and correspondence programs.
North Dakota		Must meet ND standards for nursing education. Faculty required to hold ND license.
Northern Mariana Islands	No Information	�� has not made a determination regarding whether the program meets licensure requirements in the Northern Mariana Islands.
Ohio		The Ohio Board does not regulate post licensure nursing programs, including graduate programs that prepare registered nurses as APRN.
Oklahoma		The faculty must have an unencumbered OK license. The APRN education program meets the requirements established by the OK Board for education preparation of Advanced Practice Registered Nurses.
Oregon		Requires special Board of Nursing approval.
Pacific Territories	No Information	�� has not made a determination regarding whether the program meets licensure requirements in the Pacific Territories.
Pennsylvania		Faculty must be licensed in PA.
Puerto Rico		�� has not made a determination regarding whether the program meets licensure requirements in Puerto Rico.
Rhode Island		No requirements specific to distance education.
South Carolina		The SC Board does not regulate APRN programs. Didactic educators must be licensed in SC or another Compact state.
South Dakota		Requires special TN Board of Nursing approval.
Tennessee		Requires special TN Board of Nursing approval.
Texas		Faculty must be licensed in TX.
Utah		Submits an annual report to the Utah Board of Nursing by August 1 of each year; and submit an overview of the number of students placed in Utah facilities; An attestation that all face-to-face clinical faculty and preceptors used by the program are licensed in good standing in Utah or a Compact state; verification that it is currently accredited, in good standing, with its accrediting body. Clinical and Didactic faculty must be licensed in Utah or a Compact state.
Vermont		Prior approval of nursing programs is not required.
Virgin Islands		�� has not made a determination regarding whether the program meets licensure requirements in the U.S. Virgin Islands.
Virginia		No requirements specific to distance education.
Washington		Ensure distance-learning courses meet established quality and security standards; Develop written policies and procedures ensuring quality assurance controls, security, maintenance, and service support for students and faculty who use the system; Ensure students receive curriculum comparable to in-person teaching; Complete ongoing student and faculty evaluations of distance learning courses; and provide access to distance-learning courses when requested by the commission.
West Virginia		Requires WV Board approval and evidence that the home state permits nursing students to attend out-of-state clinicals. The West Virginia RN Board already possesses this evidence from Ohio, Pennsylvania, Kentucky and Virginia.
Wisconsin		The school is approved by the board of the state the school is located. The school is accredited by a nursing accreditation body recognized by the Wisconsin board.
Wyoming		Requires approval by both the WY Board of Nursing as well as the Wyoming Department of Education.

Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP)

State	State/National Board Website	Notes / Disclaimers
Alabama		Requires state RN license.
Alaska		Requires state RN license. Requires national accreditation of graduate programs. Requires preceptors with appropriate credentials. Students must apply for preceptorship with the AK board.
American Samoa	No Information	�� has not made a determination regarding whether the program meets licensure requirements in the American Samoa.
Arizona		Requires approval by the Arizona State Board of Nursing and faculty must be licensed in the state.
Arkansas		Requires national accreditation and faculty must be licensed in AR.
California		Supervising Faculty must be licensed in CA.
Colorado		Faculty must be licensed in CO. Students and faculty are required to be covered by Workers Compensation.
Connecticut		Clinical faculty must be licensed in CT.
Delaware		Requires special DE Board of Nursing approval.
District of Columbia		No requirements specific to distance education.
Florida		The Florida board does not regulate post-licensure or distance (online) nursing education programs.
Georgia		Clinical and didactic faculty must be licensed in GA.
Guam		�� has not made a determination regarding whether the program meets licensure requirements in Guam.
Hawaii		No requirements specific to distance education.
Idaho		No information
Illinois		The APRN student and the preceptor in Illinois must have an Illinois RN license. The didactic online instructor does not need to have an Illinois license.
Indiana		No requirements specific to distance education.
Iowa		No Information
Kansas		APRN programs which have received accreditation from a board recognized national nursing accreditation agency, shall file evidence of initial accreditation with the board, and thereafter shall file all reports from the accreditation agency and any notice of any change in school accreditation status. APRN programs holding approval based upon national accreditation are also responsible for complying with all other requirements as determined by rules and regulations of the board.
Kentucky		The certifying body is accredited by the American Board of Nursing Specialties or the National Commission for Certifying Agencies.
Louisiana		Requires special LA Board of Nursing approval.
Maine		No requirements specific to distance education.
Maryland		Out-of-state nurse clinical faculty/preceptors, nursing program officials who visit/consult with students, or facility personnel must be licensed in Maryland.
Massachusetts		No requirements specific to distance education.
Michigan		No requirements specific to distance education. (see pages 1-4)
Minnesota		Requires special MN Board of Nursing approval. Also requires APRN License and national certification if responsible for courses in a specific APRN role and population
Mississippi		No requirements specific to distance education.
Missouri		Faculty must be licensed in MO.
Montana		Faculty member who is involved in the direct care of a patient in Montana must hold an unencumbered Montana APRN license and a Montana RN license/multistate compact RN license.
Nebraska		Requires special contact with the Nebraska APRN board.
Nevada		Faculty must be licensed in NV.
New Hampshire		Only in distance programs in which the student is earning their initial RN or APRN, must the school follow the rules pursuant to Nur602.15. However, for clinical placement in New Hampshire, please refer to the “School Approval Needed Chart,” on New Hampshire’s Office of Professional Licensure and Certification nursing education website, which includes information specific to clinical placements in New Hampshire, if available.
New Jersey		No requirements specific to distance education.
New Mexico		The NM board does not have statutory authority to oversee APRN programs.
New York		Institutions seeking to offer courses, or portions of programs, in New York must secure prior consent of the Board of Regents, regardless of the Institution's home state or accreditation status.
North Carolina		North Carolina does not approve or accredit nursing programs which are located outside of the state, including online and correspondence programs.
North Dakota		Must meet ND standards for nursing education. Faculty required to hold ND license.
Northern Mariana Islands	No Information	�� has not made a determination regarding whether the program meets licensure requirements in the Northern Mariana Islands.
Ohio		The Ohio Board does not regulate post licensure nursing programs, including graduate programs that prepare registered nurses as APRN.
Oklahoma		The faculty must have an unencumbered OK license. The APRN education program meets the requirements established by the OK Board for education preparation of Advanced Practice Registered Nurses.
Oregon		Requires special Board of Nursing approval.
Pacific Territories	No Information	�� has not made a determination regarding whether the program meets licensure requirements in the Pacific Territories.
Pennsylvania		Faculty must be licensed in PA.
Puerto Rico		�� has not made a determination regarding whether the program meets licensure requirements in Puerto Rico.
Rhode Island		No requirements specific to distance education.
South Carolina		The SC Board does not regulate APRN programs. Didactic educators must be licensed in SC or another Compact state.
South Dakota		Requires special TN Board of Nursing approval.
Tennessee		Requires special TN Board of Nursing approval.
Texas		Faculty must be licensed in TX.
Utah		Submits an annual report to the Utah Board of Nursing by August 1 of each year; and submit an overview of the number of students placed in Utah facilities; An attestation that all face-to-face clinical faculty and preceptors used by the program are licensed in good standing in Utah or a Compact state; verification that it is currently accredited, in good standing, with its accrediting body. Clinical and Didactic faculty must be licensed in Utah or a Compact state.
Vermont		Prior approval of nursing programs is not required.
Virgin Islands		�� has not made a determination regarding whether the program meets licensure requirements in the U.S. Virgin Islands.
Virginia		No requirements specific to distance education.
Washington		Ensure distance-learning courses meet established quality and security standards; Develop written policies and procedures ensuring quality assurance controls, security, maintenance, and service support for students and faculty who use the system; Ensure students receive curriculum comparable to in-person teaching; Complete ongoing student and faculty evaluations of distance learning courses; and provide access to distance-learning courses when requested by the commission.
West Virginia		Requires WV Board approval and evidence that the home state permits nursing students to attend out-of-state clinicals. The West Virginia RN Board already possesses this evidence from Ohio, Pennsylvania, Kentucky and Virginia.
Wisconsin		The school is approved by the board of the state the school is located. The school is accredited by a nursing accreditation body recognized by the Wisconsin board.
Wyoming		Requires approval by both the WY Board of Nursing as well as the Wyoming Department of Education.

Environmental Health (Bachelor's)

This degree grants eligibility to graduates to sit for the national exam to become a Registered Environmental Health Specialist (REHS), an accepted credential in many states. Not all states regulate at the state level.

State	State/National Board Website	Notes / Disclaimers
Alabama	No Information	This degree grants eligibility to graduates to sit for the national exam to become a Registered Environmental Health Specialist (REHS), an accepted credential in many states. This state does not regulate at the state level.
Alaska	No Information	This degree grants eligibility to graduates to sit for the national exam to become a Registered Environmental Health Specialist (REHS), an accepted credential in many states. This state does not regulate at the state level.
American Samoa	No Information	�� has not made a determination regarding whether the program meets licensure requirements in the American Samoa.
Arizona		This degree grants eligibility to graduates to sit for the national exam to become a Registered Environmental Health Specialist (REHS), an accepted credential in many states. This state requires the Registered Sanitarian credential. It has not yet been determined if this degree meets the requirements of this state.
Arkansas		This degree grants eligibility to graduates to sit for the national exam to become a Registered Environmental Health Specialist (REHS), an accepted credential in many states. This state requires the Registered Sanitarian credential. It has not yet been determined if this degree meets the requirements of this state.
California		This degree grants eligibility to graduates to sit for the national exam to become a Registered Environmental Health Specialist (REHS), an accepted credential in many states. It has not yet been determined if this degree meets the requirements of this state.
Colorado		This degree grants eligibility to graduates to sit for the national exam to become a Registered Environmental Health Specialist (REHS), an accepted credential in many states, including this one.
Connecticut		This degree grants eligibility to graduates to sit for the national exam to become a Registered Environmental Health Specialist (REHS), an accepted credential in many states. This state requires the Environmental Practitioner credential and this degree does not meet the requirements of this state at this time.
Delaware	No Information	This degree grants eligibility to graduates to sit for the national exam to become a Registered Environmental Health Specialist (REHS), an accepted credential in many states. This state does not regulate at the state level.
District of Columbia	No Information	�� has not made a determination regarding whether the program meets licensure requirements in the District of Columbia.
Florida		This degree grants eligibility to graduates to sit for the national exam to become a Registered Environmental Health Specialist (REHS), an accepted credential in many states. This state requires the Certified Environmental Health Professional credential and this degree does not meet the requirements of this state at this time.
Georgia	No Information	This degree grants eligibility to graduates to sit for the national exam to become a Registered Environmental Health Specialist (REHS), an accepted credential in many states. This state does not regulate at the state level.
Guam	No Information	�� has not made a determination regarding whether the program meets licensure requirements in Guam.
Hawaii	No Information	This degree grants eligibility to graduates to sit for the national exam to become a Registered Environmental Health Specialist (REHS), an accepted credential in many states. This state does not regulate at the state level.
Idaho	No Information	This degree grants eligibility to graduates to sit for the national exam to become a Registered Environmental Health Specialist (REHS), an accepted credential in many states. This state does not regulate at the state level.
Illinois		This degree grants eligibility to graduates to sit for the national exam to become a Registered Environmental Health Specialist (REHS), an accepted credential in many states. This state requires the Environmental Practitioner credential, and this degree meets the requirements of this state.
Indiana	No Information	This degree grants eligibility to graduates to sit for the national exam to become a Registered Environmental Health Specialist (REHS), an accepted credential in many states. This state does not regulate at the state level.
Iowa	No Information	This degree grants eligibility to graduates to sit for the national exam to become a Registered Environmental Health Specialist (REHS), an accepted credential in many states. This state does not regulate at the state level.
Kansas	No Information	This degree grants eligibility to graduates to sit for the national exam to become a Registered Environmental Health Specialist (REHS), an accepted credential in many states. This state does not regulate at the state level.
Kentucky		This degree grants eligibility to graduates to sit for the national exam to become a Registered Environmental Health Specialist (REHS), an accepted credential in many states. This state requires the Registered Sanitarian credential, and this degree meets the requirements of this state.
Louisiana		This degree grants eligibility to graduates to sit for the national exam to become a Registered Environmental Health Specialist (REHS), an accepted credential in many states. This state requires the Registered Sanitarian credential, and It has not yet been determined if this degree meets the requirements of this state.
Maine	No Information	This degree grants eligibility to graduates to sit for the national exam to become a Registered Environmental Health Specialist (REHS), an accepted credential in many states. This state does not regulate at the state level.
Maryland		This degree grants eligibility to graduates to sit for the national exam to become a Registered Environmental Health Specialist (REHS), an accepted credential in many states. This state requires the Environmental Health Specialist credential, and this degree meets the requirements of this state.
Massachusetts		This degree grants eligibility to graduates to sit for the national exam to become a Registered Environmental Health Specialist (REHS), an accepted credential in many states. This state requires The Registered Sanitarian credential and it has not yet been determined if this degree meets the requirements of this state.
Michigan		This degree grants eligibility to graduates to sit for the national exam to become a Registered Environmental Health Specialist (REHS), an accepted credential in many states. This state requires The Registered Sanitarian credential and it has not yet been determined if this degree meets the requirements of this state.
Minnesota		This degree grants eligibility to graduates to sit for the national exam to become a Registered Environmental Health Specialist (REHS), an accepted credential in many states. This state requires the Registered Environmental Health Specialist/Registered Sanitarian credential, and this degree meets the requirements of this state.
Mississippi	No Information	This degree grants eligibility to graduates to sit for the national exam to become a Registered Environmental Health Specialist (REHS), an accepted credential in many states. This state does not regulate at the state level.
Missouri	No Information	This degree grants eligibility to graduates to sit for the national exam to become a Registered Environmental Health Specialist (REHS), an accepted credential in many states. This state does not regulate at the state level.
Montana		This degree grants eligibility to graduates to sit for the national exam to become a Registered Environmental Health Specialist (REHS), an accepted credential in many states. This state requires the Registered Sanitarian credential, and this degree meets the requirements of this state.
Nebraska		This degree grants eligibility to graduates to sit for the national exam to become a Registered Environmental Health Specialist (REHS), an accepted credential in many states, including this one.
Nevada		This degree grants eligibility to graduates to sit for the national exam to become a Registered Environmental Health Specialist (REHS), an accepted credential in many states, including this one.
New Hampshire	No Information	This degree grants eligibility to graduates to sit for the national exam to become a Registered Environmental Health Specialist (REHS), an accepted credential in many states. This state does not regulate at the state level.
New Jersey		This degree grants eligibility to graduates to sit for the national exam to become a Registered Environmental Health Specialist (REHS), an accepted credential in many states. It has not yet been determined if this degree meets the requirements of this state.
New Mexico	No Information	This degree grants eligibility to graduates to sit for the national exam to become a Registered Environmental Health Specialist (REHS), an accepted credential in many states. This state does not regulate at the state level.
New York	No Information	This degree grants eligibility to graduates to sit for the national exam to become a Registered Environmental Health Specialist (REHS), an accepted credential in many states. This state does not regulate at the state level.
North Carolina		This degree grants eligibility to graduates to sit for the national exam to become a Registered Environmental Health Specialist (REHS), an accepted credential in many states, including this one.
North Dakota	No Information	This degree grants eligibility to graduates to sit for the national exam to become a Registered Environmental Health Specialist (REHS), an accepted credential in many states. This state does not regulate at the state level.
Northern Mariana Islands	No Information	�� has not made a determination regarding whether the program meets licensure requirements in the Northern Mariana Islands.
Ohio		This degree grants eligibility to graduates to sit for the national exam to become a Registered Environmental Health Specialist (REHS), an accepted credential in many states. This state requires the Registered Sanitarian credential, and this degree meets the requirements of this state.
Oklahoma		This degree grants eligibility to graduates to sit for the national exam to become a Registered Environmental Health Specialist (REHS), an accepted credential in many states. This state requires the Registered Professional Sanitarian or Registered Environmental Specialist credential and it has not yet been determined if this degree meets the requirements of this state.
Oregon		This degree grants eligibility to graduates to sit for the national exam to become a Registered Environmental Health Specialist (REHS), an accepted credential in many states, including this one.
Pacific Territories	No Information	�� has not made a determination regarding whether the program meets licensure requirements in the Pacific Territories.
Pennsylvania	No Information	This degree grants eligibility to graduates to sit for the national exam to become a Registered Environmental Health Specialist (REHS), an accepted credential in many states. This state does not regulate at the state level.
Puerto Rico	No Information	�� has not made a determination regarding whether the program meets licensure requirements in the Puerto Rico.
Rhode Island	No Information	This degree grants eligibility to graduates to sit for the national exam to become a Registered Environmental Health Specialist (REHS), an accepted credential in many states. This state does not regulate at the state level.
South Carolina	No Information	This degree grants eligibility to graduates to sit for the national exam to become a Registered Environmental Health Specialist (REHS), an accepted credential in many states. This state does not regulate at the state level.
South Dakota	No Information	This degree grants eligibility to graduates to sit for the national exam to become a Registered Environmental Health Specialist (REHS), an accepted credential in many states. This state does not regulate at the state level.
Tennessee	No Information	This degree grants eligibility to graduates to sit for the national exam to become a Registered Environmental Health Specialist (REHS), an accepted credential in many states. This state does not regulate at the state level.
Texas		This degree grants eligibility to graduates to sit for the national exam to become a Registered Environmental Health Specialist (REHS), an accepted credential in many states, including this one.
Utah		This degree grants eligibility to graduates to sit for the national exam to become a Registered Environmental Health Specialist (REHS), an accepted credential in many states. This state requires the Environmental Health Scientist credential and it has not yet been determined if this degree meets the requirements of this state.
Vermont	No Information	This degree grants eligibility to graduates to sit for the national exam to become a Registered Environmental Health Specialist (REHS), an accepted credential in many states. This state does not regulate at the state level.
Virgin Islands	No Information	�� has not made a determination regarding whether the program meets licensure requirements in the U.S. Virgin Islands.
Virginia	No Information	This degree grants eligibility to graduates to sit for the national exam to become a Registered Environmental Health Specialist (REHS), an accepted credential in many states. This state does not regulate at the state level.
Washington		This degree grants eligibility to graduates to sit for the national exam to become a Registered Environmental Health Specialist (REHS), an accepted credential in many states. This state requires the Registered Sanitarian credential, and this degree meets the requirements of this state.
West Virginia		This degree grants eligibility to graduates to sit for the national exam to become a Registered Environmental Health Specialist (REHS), an accepted credential in many states, including this one.
Wisconsin		This degree grants eligibility to graduates to sit for the national exam to become a Registered Environmental Health Specialist (REHS), an accepted credential in many states. This state requires the Registered Sanitarian credential, and this degree meets the requirements of this state.
Wyoming	No Information	This degree grants eligibility to graduates to sit for the national exam to become a Registered Environmental Health Specialist (REHS), an accepted credential in many states. This state does not regulate at the state level.

Exercise Physiology (All Levels)

Certification is optional. There is no specific licensure or professional certifications required of exercise professionals nationally. Some organizations require exercise professionals to earn a certification. There isn’t a single certification that is accepted by hiring organizations.

Louisiana is the only state with separate qualifications.

Some certifications may require a certain number of hours of experience that is often gained through practical experiences, such as internships. MS8111 does not require an internship, but an internship is an available elective. MS8147 and MS8181 do require internships.

State	State/National Board Website	Notes / Disclaimers
Alabama		Certification is optional. There is no specific licensure or professional certifications required.
Alaska		Certification is optional. There is no specific licensure or professional certifications required
American Samoa		Certification is optional. There is no specific licensure or professional certifications required
Arizona		Certification is optional. There is no specific licensure or professional certifications required
Arkansas		Certification is optional. There is no specific licensure or professional certifications required
California		Certification is optional. There is no specific licensure or professional certifications required
Colorado		Certification is optional. There is no specific licensure or professional certifications required
Connecticut		Certification is optional. There is no specific licensure or professional certifications required
Delaware		Certification is optional. There is no specific licensure or professional certifications required
District of Columbia		Certification is optional. There is no specific licensure or professional certifications required
Florida		Certification is optional. There is no specific licensure or professional certifications required
Georgia		Certification is optional. There is no specific licensure or professional certifications required
Guam		Certification is optional. There is no specific licensure or professional certifications required
Hawaii		Certification is optional. There is no specific licensure or professional certifications required
Idaho		Certification is optional. There is no specific licensure or professional certifications required
Illinois		Certification is optional. There is no specific licensure or professional certifications required
Indiana		Certification is optional. There is no specific licensure or professional certifications required
Iowa		Certification is optional. There is no specific licensure or professional certifications required
Kansas		Certification is optional. There is no specific licensure or professional certifications required
Kentucky		Certification is optional. There is no specific licensure or professional certifications required
Louisiana		Requirements are met for masters programs, not bachelor programs. Louisiana is the only state that requires exercise physiologists to be licensed; requires a minimum of a 300 hour internship under the supervision of a licensed clinical exercise physiologist, the Clinical Exercise Physiologist certification from the American College of Sports Medicine and an MS or MEd.
Maine		Certification is optional. There is no specific licensure or professional certifications required
Maryland		Certification is optional. There is no specific licensure or professional certifications required
Massachusetts		Certification is optional. There is no specific licensure or professional certifications required
Michigan		Certification is optional. There is no specific licensure or professional certifications required
Minnesota		Certification is optional. There is no specific licensure or professional certifications required
Mississippi		Certification is optional. There is no specific licensure or professional certifications required
Missouri		Certification is optional. There is no specific licensure or professional certifications required
Montana		Certification is optional. There is no specific licensure or professional certifications required
Nebraska		Certification is optional. There is no specific licensure or professional certifications required
Nevada		Certification is optional. There is no specific licensure or professional certifications required
New Hampshire		Certification is optional. There is no specific licensure or professional certifications required
New Jersey		Certification is optional. There is no specific licensure or professional certifications required
New Mexico		Certification is optional. There is no specific licensure or professional certifications required
New York		Certification is optional. There is no specific licensure or professional certifications required
North Carolina		Certification is optional. There is no specific licensure or professional certifications required
North Dakota		Certification is optional. There is no specific licensure or professional certifications required
Northern Mariana Islands		Certification is optional. There is no specific licensure or professional certifications required
Ohio		Certification is optional. There is no specific licensure or professional certifications required
Oklahoma		Certification is optional. There is no specific licensure or professional certifications required
Oregon		Certification is optional. There is no specific licensure or professional certifications required
Pacific Territories		Certification is optional. There is no specific licensure or professional certifications required
Pennsylvania		Certification is optional. There is no specific licensure or professional certifications required
Puerto Rico		Certification is optional. There is no specific licensure or professional certifications required
Rhode Island		Certification is optional. There is no specific licensure or professional certifications required
South Carolina		Certification is optional. There is no specific licensure or professional certifications required
South Dakota		Certification is optional. There is no specific licensure or professional certifications required
Tennessee		Certification is optional. There is no specific licensure or professional certifications required
Texas		Certification is optional. There is no specific licensure or professional certifications required
Utah		Certification is optional. There is no specific licensure or professional certifications required
Vermont		Certification is optional. There is no specific licensure or professional certifications required
Virgin Islands		Certification is optional. There is no specific licensure or professional certifications required
Virginia		Certification is optional. There is no specific licensure or professional certifications required
Washington		Certification is optional. There is no specific licensure or professional certifications required
West Virginia		Certification is optional. There is no specific licensure or professional certifications required
Wisconsin		Certification is optional. There is no specific licensure or professional certifications required
Wyoming		Certification is optional. There is no specific licensure or professional certifications required

Food and Nutrition Studies (Master's)

�� is an ACEND-accredited program and meets the licensure requirements for most states. The requirements are approved for each state unless otherwise noted below. Please review the table below for confirmation in your state.

State	State/National Board Website	Notes / Disclaimers
Alabama		This ACEND-accredited program meets the licensure requirements for this state.
Alaska		This ACEND-accredited program meets the licensure requirements for this state.
American Samoa	No Information	This ACEND-accredited program meets the licensure requirements for this state.
Arizona		This state does not require state licensure/certification.
Arkansas		This ACEND-accredited program meets the licensure requirements for this state.
California		This state does not require state licensure/certification.
Colorado		This state does not require state licensure/certification.
Connecticut		This ACEND-accredited program meets the licensure requirements for this state.
Delaware		This ACEND-accredited program meets the licensure requirements for this state.
District of Columbia		This ACEND-accredited program meets the licensure requirements for this state.
Florida		This ACEND-accredited program meets the licensure requirements for this state.
Georgia		This ACEND-accredited program meets the licensure requirements for this state.
Guam		�� has not made a determination regarding whether the program meets licensure requirements in Guam.
Hawaii		This ACEND-accredited program meets the licensure requirements for this state.
Idaho		This ACEND-accredited program meets the licensure requirements for this state.
Illinois		This ACEND-accredited program meets the licensure requirements for this state.
Indiana		This ACEND-accredited program meets the licensure requirements for this state.
Iowa		This ACEND-accredited program meets the licensure requirements for this state.
Kansas		This ACEND-accredited program meets the licensure requirements for this state.
Kentucky		This ACEND-accredited program meets the licensure requirements for this state.
Louisiana		This ACEND-accredited program meets the licensure requirements for this state.
Maine		This ACEND-accredited program meets the licensure requirements for this state.
Maryland		This ACEND-accredited program meets the licensure requirements for this state.
Massachusetts		This ACEND-accredited program meets the licensure requirements for this state.
Michigan		This state does not require state licensure/certification.
Minnesota		This ACEND-accredited program meets the licensure requirements for this state.
Mississippi		This ACEND-accredited program meets the licensure requirements for this state.
Missouri		This ACEND-accredited program meets the licensure requirements for this state.
Montana		This ACEND-accredited program meets the licensure requirements for this state.
Nebraska		This ACEND-accredited program meets the licensure requirements for this state.
Nevada		This ACEND-accredited program meets the licensure requirements for this state.
New Hampshire		This ACEND-accredited program meets the licensure requirements for this state.
New Jersey		This state does not require state licensure/certification.
New Mexico		This ACEND-accredited program meets the licensure requirements for this state.
New York		This ACEND-accredited program meets the licensure requirements for this state.
North Carolina		This ACEND-accredited program meets the licensure requirements for this state.
North Dakota		This ACEND-accredited program meets the licensure requirements for this state.
Northern Mariana Islands	No Information	�� has not made a determination regarding whether the program meets licensure requirements in the Northern Mariana Islands.
Ohio		This ACEND-accredited program meets the licensure requirements for this state.
Oklahoma		This ACEND-accredited program meets the licensure requirements for this state.
Oregon		This ACEND-accredited program meets the licensure requirements for this state.
Pacific Territories	No Information	�� has not made a determination regarding whether the program meets licensure requirements in the Pacific Territories.
Pennsylvania		This ACEND-accredited program meets the licensure requirements for this state.
Puerto Rico		Licensure by reciprocity if reciprocity relationship exists with that state.
Rhode Island		This ACEND-accredited program meets the licensure requirements for this state.
South Carolina		This ACEND-accredited program meets the licensure requirements for this state.
South Dakota		This ACEND-accredited program meets the licensure requirements for this state.
Tennessee		This ACEND-accredited program meets the licensure requirements for this state.
Texas		This ACEND-accredited program meets the licensure requirements for this state.
Utah		This ACEND-accredited program meets the licensure requirements for this state.
Vermont		This ACEND-accredited program meets the licensure requirements for this state.
Virgin Islands		Practice regulations do not require certification or licensure, but those with RDN credential are allowed to practice.
Virginia		This state does not require state licensure/certification.
Washington		This ACEND-accredited program meets the licensure requirements for this state.
West Virginia		This ACEND-accredited program meets the licensure requirements for this state.
Wisconsin		This ACEND-accredited program meets the licensure requirements for this state.
Wyoming		This ACEND-accredited program meets the licensure requirements for this state.

Nursing, pre-licensure programs (Associate & Bachelor's)

State	State/National Board Website	Notes / Disclaimers
Alabama		Must be a graduate of a nationally accredited program.
Alaska		Must be a graduate of a state approved nursing program.
American Samoa	No Information	�� has not made a determination regarding whether the program meets licensure requirements.
Arizona		Must be a graduate of a state approved nursing program.
Arkansas		Must be a graduate of a state approved nursing program.
California		Must be a graduate of a state approved nursing program.
Colorado		Must be a graduate of a nationally accredited program.
Connecticut		Must be a graduate of a state approved nursing program.
Delaware		Must be a graduate of a state approved nursing program.
District of Columbia		Must be a graduate of a nationally accredited program.
Florida		Must be a graduate of a state approved nursing program.
Georgia		Must be a graduate of a state approved nursing program.
Guam		�� has not made a determination regarding whether the program meets licensure requirements.
Hawaii		Must be a graduate of an accredited nursing program.
Idaho		Must be a graduate of a state approved professional nursing program.
Illinois		Must be a graduate of a state approved nursing program.
Indiana		Must be a graduate of a state approved professional nursing program
Iowa		Must be a graduate of a state approved professional nursing program
Kansas		Must be a graduate of a state approved professional nursing program
Kentucky		Must be a graduate of a state approved professional nursing program.
Louisiana		Must be a graduate of a state approved professional nursing program
Maine		Must be a graduate of a state approved professional nursing program
Maryland		Must be a graduate of a state approved professional nursing program.
Massachusetts		Must be a graduate of a state approved nursing program
Michigan		Must be a graduate of a state approved professional nursing program.
Minnesota		Must be a graduate of a state approved nursing program.
Mississippi		Must be a graduate of a state approved nursing program.
Missouri		Must be a graduate of a state approved nursing program.
Montana		Must be a graduate of a state approved nursing program.
Nebraska		Must be a graduate of a state approved nursing program.
Nevada		Must be a graduate of a state approved nursing program.
New Hampshire		Must be a graduate of a state approved nursing program.
New Jersey		Must be a graduate of a state approved nursing program.
New Mexico		Must be a graduate of a state approved nursing program.
New York		Must be a graduate of an accredited nursing school. For graduates who wish to license in NY, an extra module on child abuse reporting and infection control is required prior to qualifying for Authorization to Test (ATT) in NY.
North Carolina		Must be a graduate of a state approved nursing program
North Dakota		Must be a graduate of a state approved professional nursing program
Northern Mariana Islands	No Information	�� has not made a determination regarding whether the program meets licensure requirements
Ohio		Must be a graduate of a state approved professional nursing program
Oklahoma		Must be a graduate of a state approved nursing program
Oregon		Must be a graduate of a state approved nursing program
Pacific Territories	No Information	�� has not made a determination regarding whether the program meets licensure requirements
Pennsylvania		Must be a graduate of a state approved nursing program; complete 3 hours of child abuse continuing education.
Puerto Rico		�� has not made a determination regarding whether the program meets licensure requirements in Puerto Rico.
Rhode Island		Must be a graduate of a state approved professional nursing program
South Carolina		Must be a graduate of a state approved and accredited nursing program
South Dakota		Must be a graduate of a state approved nursing program
Tennessee		Must be a graduate of a state approved nursing education program
Texas		Must be a graduate of a state approved nursing education program
Utah		Must be a graduate of a state approved nursing education program
Vermont		Must be a graduate of a state approved and accredited nursing program
Virgin Islands		�� has not made a determination regarding whether the program meets licensure requirements in the U.S. Virgin Islands.
Virginia		Must be a graduate of a state approved nursing program.
Washington		Must be a graduate of a state approved nursing program.
West Virginia		Must be a graduate of a state approved nursing program.
Wisconsin		Must be a graduate of a state approved nursing program.
Wyoming		Must be a graduate of a state approved nursing program.

Nursing, Post-Masters Certificate

State	State/National Board Website	Notes / Disclaimers
Alabama		Requires state RN license.
Alaska		Requires state RN license. Requires national accreditation of graduate programs. Requires preceptors with appropriate credentials. Students must apply for preceptorship with the AK board.
American Samoa	No Information	�� has not made a determination regarding whether the program meets licensure requirements in the American Samoa.
Arizona		Requires approval by the Arizona State Board of Nursing and faculty must be licensed in the state. (page 38)
Arkansas		Requires national accreditation and faculty must be licensed in AR.
California		Supervising Faculty must be licensed in CA.
Colorado		Faculty must be licensed in CO. Students and faculty are required to be covered by Workers Compensation.
Connecticut		Clinical faculty must be licensed in CT.
Delaware		Requires special DE Board of Nursing approval.
District of Columbia		No requirements specific to distance education.
Florida		The Florida board does not regulate post-licensure or distance (online) nursing education programs.
Georgia		Clinical and didactic faculty must be licensed in GA.
Guam		�� has not made a determination regarding whether the program meets licensure requirements in Guam.
Hawaii		No requirements specific to distance education.
Idaho		No information
Illinois		The APRN student and the preceptor in Illinois must have an Illinois RN license. The didactic online instructor does not need to have an Illinois license.
Indiana		No requirements specific to distance education.
Iowa		No Information
Kansas		APRN programs which have received accreditation from a board recognized national nursing accreditation agency, shall file evidence of initial accreditation with the board, and thereafter shall file all reports from the accreditation agency and any notice of any change in school accreditation status. APRN programs holding approval based upon national accreditation are also responsible for complying with all other requirements as determined by rules and regulations of the board.
Kentucky		The certifying body is accredited by the American Board of Nursing Specialties or the National Commission for Certifying Agencies.
Louisiana		Requires special LA Board of Nursing approval.
Maine		No requirements specific to distance education.
Maryland		Out-of-state nurse clinical faculty/preceptors, nursing program officials who visit/consult with students, or facility personnel must be licensed in Maryland.
Massachusetts		No requirements specific to distance education.
Michigan		No requirements specific to distance education. (see pages 1-4)
Minnesota		Requires special MN Board of Nursing approval. Also requires APRN License and national certification if responsible for courses in a specific APRN role and population
Mississippi		No requirements specific to distance education.
Missouri		Faculty must be licensed in MO.
Montana		Faculty member who is involved in the direct care of a patient in Montana must hold an unencumbered Montana APRN license and a Montana RN license/multistate compact RN license.
Nebraska		Requires special contact with the Nebraska APRN board.
Nevada		Faculty must be licensed in NV.
New Hampshire		Only in distance programs in which the student is earning their initial RN or APRN, must the school follow the rules pursuant to Nur602.15. However, for clinical placement in New Hampshire, please refer to the “School Approval Needed Chart,” on New Hampshire’s Office of Professional Licensure and Certification nursing education website, which includes information specific to clinical placements in New Hampshire, if available.
New Jersey		No requirements specific to distance education.
New Mexico		The NM board does not have statutory authority to oversee APRN programs.
New York		Institutions seeking to offer courses, or portions of programs, in New York must secure prior consent of the Board of Regents, regardless of the Institution's home state or accreditation status.
North Carolina		North Carolina does not approve or accredit nursing programs which are located outside of the state, including online and correspondence programs.
North Dakota		Must meet ND standards for nursing education. Faculty required to hold ND license.
Northern Mariana Islands	No Information	�� has not made a determination regarding whether the program meets licensure requirements in the Northern Mariana Islands.
Ohio		The Ohio Board does not regulate post licensure nursing programs, including graduate programs that prepare registered nurses as APRN.
Oklahoma		The faculty must have an unencumbered OK license. The APRN education program meets the requirements established by the OK Board for education preparation of Advanced Practice Registered Nurses.
Oregon		Requires special Board of Nursing approval.
Pacific Territories	No Information	�� has not made a determination regarding whether the program meets licensure requirements in the Pacific Territories.
Pennsylvania		Faculty must be licensed in PA.
Puerto Rico		�� has not made a determination regarding whether the program meets licensure requirements in Puerto Rico.
Rhode Island		No requirements specific to distance education.
South Carolina		The SC Board does not regulate APRN programs. Didactic educators must be licensed in SC or another Compact state.
South Dakota		Requires special TN Board of Nursing approval.
Tennessee		Requires special TN Board of Nursing approval.
Texas		Faculty must be licensed in TX.
Utah		Submits an annual report to the Utah Board of Nursing by August 1 of each year; and submit an overview of the number of students placed in Utah facilities; An attestation that all face-to-face clinical faculty and preceptors used by the program are licensed in good standing in Utah or a Compact state; verification that it is currently accredited, in good standing, with its accrediting body. Clinical and Didactic faculty must be licensed in Utah or a Compact state.
Vermont		Prior approval of nursing programs is not required.
Virgin Islands		�� has not made a determination regarding whether the program meets licensure requirements in the U.S. Virgin Islands.
Virginia		No requirements specific to distance education.
Washington		Ensure distance-learning courses meet established quality and security standards; Develop written policies and procedures ensuring quality assurance controls, security, maintenance, and service support for students and faculty who use the system; Ensure students receive curriculum comparable to in-person teaching; Complete ongoing student and faculty evaluations of distance learning courses; and provide access to distance-learning courses when requested by the commission.
West Virginia		Requires WV Board approval and evidence that the home state permits nursing students to attend out-of-state clinicals. The West Virginia RN Board already possesses this evidence from Ohio, Pennsylvania, Kentucky and Virginia.
Wisconsin		The school is approved by the board of the state the school is located. The school is accredited by a nursing accreditation body recognized by the Wisconsin board.
Wyoming		Requires approval by both the WY Board of Nursing as well as the Wyoming Department of Education.

Nursing, MSN (Master's)

State	State/National Board Website	Notes / Disclaimers
Alabama		Requires state RN license.
Alaska		Requires state RN license. Requires national accreditation of graduate programs. Requires preceptors with appropriate credentials. Students must apply for preceptorship with the AK board.
American Samoa	No Information	�� has not made a determination regarding whether the program meets licensure requirements in the American Samoa.
Arizona		Requires approval by the Arizona State Board of Nursing and faculty must be licensed in the state.
Arkansas		Requires national accreditation and faculty must be licensed in AR.
California		Supervising Faculty must be licensed in CA.
Colorado		Faculty must be licensed in CO. Students and faculty are required to be covered by Workers Compensation.
Connecticut		Clinical faculty must be licensed in CT.
Delaware		Requires special DE Board of Nursing approval.
District of Columbia		No requirements specific to distance education.
Florida		The Florida board does not regulate post-licensure or distance (online) nursing education programs.
Georgia		Clinical and didactic faculty must be licensed in GA.
Guam		�� has not made a determination regarding whether the program meets licensure requirements in Guam.
Hawaii		No requirements specific to distance education.
Idaho		No information
Illinois		The APRN student and the preceptor in Illinois must have an Illinois RN license. The didactic online instructor does not need to have an Illinois license.
Indiana		No requirements specific to distance education.
Iowa		No Information
Kansas		APRN programs which have received accreditation from a board recognized national nursing accreditation agency, shall file evidence of initial accreditation with the board, and thereafter shall file all reports from the accreditation agency and any notice of any change in school accreditation status. APRN programs holding approval based upon national accreditation are also responsible for complying with all other requirements as determined by rules and regulations of the board.
Kentucky		The certifying body is accredited by the American Board of Nursing Specialties or the National Commission for Certifying Agencies.
Louisiana		Requires special LA Board of Nursing approval.
Maine		No requirements specific to distance education.
Maryland		Out-of-state nurse clinical faculty/preceptors, nursing program officials who visit/consult with students, or facility personnel must be licensed in Maryland.
Massachusetts		No requirements specific to distance education.
Michigan		No requirements specific to distance education. (see pages 1-4)
Minnesota		Requires special MN Board of Nursing approval. Also requires APRN License and national certification if responsible for courses in a specific APRN role and population
Mississippi		No requirements specific to distance education.
Missouri		Faculty must be licensed in MO.
Montana		Faculty member who is involved in the direct care of a patient in Montana must hold an unencumbered Montana APRN license and a Montana RN license/multistate compact RN license.
Nebraska		Requires special contact with the Nebraska APRN board.
Nevada		Faculty must be licensed in NV.
New Hampshire		Only in distance programs in which the student is earning their initial RN or APRN, must the school follow the rules pursuant to Nur602.15. However, for clinical placement in New Hampshire, please refer to the “School Approval Needed Chart,” on New Hampshire’s Office of Professional Licensure and Certification nursing education website, which includes information specific to clinical placements in New Hampshire, if available.
New Jersey		No requirements specific to distance education.
New Mexico		The NM board does not have statutory authority to oversee APRN programs.
New York		Institutions seeking to offer courses, or portions of programs, in New York must secure prior consent of the Board of Regents, regardless of the Institution's home state or accreditation status.
North Carolina		North Carolina does not approve or accredit nursing programs which are located outside of the state, including online and correspondence programs.
North Dakota		Must meet ND standards for nursing education. Faculty required to hold ND license.
Northern Mariana Islands	No Information	�� has not made a determination regarding whether the program meets licensure requirements in the Northern Mariana Islands.
Ohio		The Ohio Board does not regulate post licensure nursing programs, including graduate programs that prepare registered nurses as APRN.
Oklahoma		The faculty must have an unencumbered OK license. The APRN education program meets the requirements established by the OK Board for education preparation of Advanced Practice Registered Nurses.
Oregon		Requires special Board of Nursing approval.
Pacific Territories	No Information	�� has not made a determination regarding whether the program meets licensure requirements in the Pacific Territories.
Pennsylvania		Faculty must be licensed in PA.
Puerto Rico		�� has not made a determination regarding whether the program meets licensure requirements in Puerto Rico.
Rhode Island		No requirements specific to distance education.
South Carolina		The SC Board does not regulate APRN programs. Didactic educators must be licensed in SC or another Compact state.
South Dakota		Requires special TN Board of Nursing approval.
Tennessee		Requires special TN Board of Nursing approval.
Texas		Faculty must be licensed in TX.
Utah		Submits an annual report to the Utah Board of Nursing by August 1 of each year; and submit an overview of the number of students placed in Utah facilities; An attestation that all face-to-face clinical faculty and preceptors used by the program are licensed in good standing in Utah or a Compact state; verification that it is currently accredited, in good standing, with its accrediting body. Clinical and Didactic faculty must be licensed in Utah or a Compact state.
Vermont		Prior approval of nursing programs is not required.
Virgin Islands		�� has not made a determination regarding whether the program meets licensure requirements in the U.S. Virgin Islands.
Virginia		No requirements specific to distance education.
Washington		Ensure distance-learning courses meet established quality and security standards; Develop written policies and procedures ensuring quality assurance controls, security, maintenance, and service support for students and faculty who use the system; Ensure students receive curriculum comparable to in-person teaching; Complete ongoing student and faculty evaluations of distance learning courses; and provide access to distance-learning courses when requested by the commission.
West Virginia		Requires WV Board approval and evidence that the home state permits nursing students to attend out-of-state clinicals. The West Virginia RN Board already possesses this evidence from Ohio, Pennsylvania, Kentucky and Virginia.
Wisconsin		The school is approved by the board of the state the school is located. The school is accredited by a nursing accreditation body recognized by the Wisconsin board.
Wyoming		Requires approval by both the WY Board of Nursing as well as the Wyoming Department of Education.

Nursing, RN to BSN (online)

State	State/National Board Website	Notes / Disclaimers
Alabama		Requires faculty member to be licensed as a registered nurse in Alabama in order to teach students who reside in Alabama.
Alaska		Approved by the AK Board of Nursing also requires faculty member to be licensed if student has more than 20 working days in the state.
American Samoa	No Information	�� has not made a determination regarding whether the program meets licensure requirements.
Arizona		Does not regulate BSN completion degree since no change in licensure.
Arkansas		Requires national accreditation. Does not regulate BSN completion degree since no change in licensure.
California		Does not regulate BSN completion degree since no change in licensure.
Colorado		Requires students to be covered by worker's compensation insurance during clinical experiences.
Connecticut		Connecticut does not oversee post-licensure programs.
Delaware		Requires written notification to the Board of Nursing prior to utilization.
District of Columbia		Does not regulate BSN completion degree since no change in licensure.
Florida		Requires faculty member to be licensed as a registered nurse in FL in order to teach students who reside in FL. Does not regulate BSN completion degree since no change in licensure.
Georgia		Requires faculty member to be licensed as a registered nursing in GA.
Guam		�� has not made a determination regarding whether the program meets licensure requirements in Guam.
Hawaii		Does not regulate BSN completion degree since no change in licensure.
Idaho		Does not regulate BSN completion degree since no change in licensure.
Illinois		Does not regulate BSN completion degree since no change in licensure.
Indiana		Does not regulate BSN completion degree since no change in licensure.
Iowa		Requires faculty member to be licensed as a registered nurse in IA in order to teach students who reside in IA.
Kansas		Does not regulate BSN completion degree since no change in licensure.
Kentucky		Does not regulate BSN completion degree since no change in licensure.
Louisiana		Requires a Self Study and approval from the Louisiana Board of Nursing.
Maine		Does not regulate BSN completion degree since no change in licensure.
Maryland		The Board of Nursing requests notification prior to a student's clinical placement, course offerings, licensed clinical faculty and clinical facility.
Massachusetts		Does not regulate BSN completion degree since no change in licensure.
Michigan		Does not regulate BSN completion degree since no change in licensure.
Minnesota		The Board of Nursing requires remote faculty overseeing a clinical experience to be licensed in Minnesota.
Mississippi		Does not regulate BSN completion degree since no change in licensure.
Missouri		Does not regulate BSN completion degree since no change in licensure.
Montana		Does not regulate BSN completion degree since no change in licensure.
Nebraska		Requires faculty member to be licensed as a registered nurse in NE in order to teach students who reside in NE.
Nevada		Does not regulate BSN completion degree since no change in licensure.
New Hampshire		Programs outside of NH that contract with health care facilities or agencies in NH must register their intent.
New Jersey		Does not regulate BSN completion degree since no change in licensure.
New Mexico		Does not regulate BSN completion degree since no change in licensure
New York		Does not regulate BSN completion degree since no change in licensure.
North Carolina		Does not regulate BSN completion degree since no change in licensure.
North Dakota		Does not regulate BSN completion degree since no change in licensure. Chapter 54-03.2-06
Northern Mariana Islands	No Information	No Information
Ohio		Does not regulate if the entity is accredited within the State of Ohio.
Oklahoma		Requires faculty member to be licensed as a registered nurse in OK in order to teach students who reside in OK.
Oregon		Does not regulate BSN completion degree since no change in licensure.
Pacific Territories	No Information	�� has not made a determination regarding whether the program meets licensure requirements in the Pacific Territories.
Pennsylvania		Does not regulate BSN completion degree since no change in licensure
Puerto Rico		�� has not made a determination regarding whether the program meets licensure requirements in Puerto Rico.
Rhode Island		Does not regulate BSN completion degree since no change in licensure. Requires faculty member to be licensed as a registered nurse in order to teach students who reside in RI.
South Carolina		Does not regulate BSN completion degree since no change in licensure
South Dakota		Must be nationally accredited nursing program.
Tennessee		Must apply to the Board of Nursing for approval.
Texas		Does not regulate BSN completion degree since no change in licensure.
Utah		Requires faculty member to be licensed as a registered nurse in UT in order to teach students who reside in UT.
Vermont		Does not regulate BSN completion degree since no change in licensure.
Virgin Islands		�� has not made a determination regarding whether the program meets licensure requirements in the U.S. Virgin Islands.
Virginia		Does not regulate BSN completion degree since no change in licensure.
Washington		Out of state nursing programs must apply for approval from the Nursing Commission and the Washington Student Achievement Council.
West Virginia		Does not regulate BSN completion degree since no change in licensure.
Wisconsin		Must be a nationally accredited nursing program.
Wyoming		Requires Board of Nursing and Department of Education written approval.

Nutrition (Bachelor's)

This ACEND-accredited program may be used as a pathway to become a nutrition and dietetics technician, registered (NDTR). This is a national registration. States that require licensure for dietitians typically require that applicants for licensure have graduated from dietetics/nutrition programs at regionally accredited institutions that substantially meet the same educational criteria as dietetics/nutrition programs in those states. The OHIO program meets that criteria in all 50 states, including D.C., but not the U.S. non-state territories.

Other required materials typically include evidence of passing an examination provided by the Commission on Dietetic Registration and evidence of completion of a dietetic internship or coordinated program. Please review the table below for your individual state jurisdiction.

State	State/National Board Website	Notes / Disclaimers
Alabama		Yes, the OHIO program meets the criteria.
Alaska		Yes, the OHIO program meets the criteria.
American Samoa	No Information	�� has not made a determination regarding whether the program meets licensure requirements.
Arizona		Yes, the OHIO program meets the criteria.
Arkansas		Yes, the OHIO program meets the criteria.
California		Yes, the OHIO program meets the criteria.
Colorado		Yes, the OHIO program meets the criteria.
Connecticut		Yes, the OHIO program meets the criteria.
Delaware		Yes, the OHIO program meets the criteria.
District of Columbia		Yes, the OHIO program meets the criteria.
Florida		Yes, the OHIO program meets the criteria.
Georgia		Yes, the OHIO program meets the criteria.
Guam		�� has not made a determination regarding whether the program meets licensure requirements.
Hawaii		Yes, the OHIO program meets the criteria.
Idaho		Yes, the OHIO program meets the criteria.
Illinois		Yes, the OHIO program meets the criteria.
Indiana		Yes, the OHIO program meets the criteria.
Iowa		Yes, the OHIO program meets the criteria.
Kansas		Yes, the OHIO program meets the criteria.
Kentucky		Yes, the OHIO program meets the criteria.
Louisiana		Yes, the OHIO program meets the criteria.
Maine		Yes, the OHIO program meets the criteria.
Maryland		Yes, the OHIO program meets the criteria.
Massachusetts		Yes, the OHIO program meets the criteria.
Michigan		Yes, the OHIO program meets the criteria.
Minnesota		Yes, the OHIO program meets the criteria.
Mississippi		Yes, the OHIO program meets the criteria.
Missouri		Yes, the OHIO program meets the criteria.
Montana		Yes, the OHIO program meets the criteria.
Nebraska		Yes, the OHIO program meets the criteria.
Nevada		Yes, the OHIO program meets the criteria.
New Hampshire		Yes, the OHIO program meets the criteria.
New Jersey		Yes, the OHIO program meets the criteria.
New Mexico		Yes, the OHIO program meets the criteria.
New York		Yes, the OHIO program meets the criteria.
North Carolina		Yes, the OHIO program meets the criteria.
North Dakota		Yes, the OHIO program meets the criteria.
Northern Mariana Islands	No Information	�� has not made a determination regarding whether the program meets licensure requirements.
Ohio		Yes, the OHIO program meets the criteria.
Oklahoma		Yes, the OHIO program meets the criteria.
Oregon		Yes, the OHIO program meets the criteria.
Pacific Territories	No Information	�� has not made a determination regarding whether the program meets licensure requirements.
Pennsylvania		Yes, the OHIO program meets the criteria.
Puerto Rico		�� has not made a determination regarding whether the program meets licensure requirements.
Rhode Island		Yes, the OHIO program meets the criteria.
South Carolina		Yes, the OHIO program meets the criteria.
South Dakota		Yes, the OHIO program meets the criteria.
Tennessee		Yes, the OHIO program meets the criteria.
Texas		Yes, the OHIO program meets the criteria.
Utah		Yes, the OHIO program meets the criteria.
Vermont		Yes, the OHIO program meets the criteria.
Virgin Islands		�� has not made a determination regarding whether the program meets licensure requirements.
Virginia		Yes, the OHIO program meets the criteria.
Washington		Yes, the OHIO program meets the criteria.
West Virginia		Yes, the OHIO program meets the criteria.
Wisconsin		Yes, the OHIO program meets the criteria.
Wyoming		Yes, the OHIO program meets the criteria.

Medical Assistant Technology (Associate)

Graduates of this CAAHEP-accredited program are eligible to take the exam which leads to national certification as a Certified Medical Assistant. The OHIO program meets the requirements for all 50 states plus D.C., but not the U.S. territories. Please review the table below for confirmation in your state.

State	State/National Board Website	Notes / Disclaimers
Alabama		Yes, the OHIO program meets the criteria.
Alaska		Yes, the OHIO program meets the criteria.
American Samoa	No Information	�� has not made a determination regarding whether the program meets licensure requirements.
Arizona		Yes, the OHIO program meets the criteria.
Arkansas		Yes, the OHIO program meets the criteria.
California		Yes, the OHIO program meets the criteria.
Colorado		Yes, the OHIO program meets the criteria.
Connecticut		Yes, the OHIO program meets the criteria.
Delaware		Yes, the OHIO program meets the criteria.
District of Columbia		Yes, the OHIO program meets the criteria.
Florida		Yes, the OHIO program meets the criteria.
Georgia		Yes, the OHIO program meets the criteria.
Guam	No Information	�� has not made a determination regarding whether the program meets licensure requirements.
Hawaii		Yes, the OHIO program meets the criteria.
Idaho		Yes, the OHIO program meets the criteria.
Illinois		Yes, the OHIO program meets the criteria.
Indiana		Yes, the OHIO program meets the criteria.
Iowa		Yes, the OHIO program meets the criteria.
Kansas		Yes, the OHIO program meets the criteria.
Kentucky		Yes, the OHIO program meets the criteria.
Louisiana		Yes, the OHIO program meets the criteria.
Maine		Yes, the OHIO program meets the criteria.
Maryland		Yes, the OHIO program meets the criteria.
Massachusetts		Yes, the OHIO program meets the criteria.
Michigan		Yes, the OHIO program meets the criteria.
Minnesota		Yes, the OHIO program meets the criteria.
Mississippi		Yes, the OHIO program meets the criteria.
Missouri		Yes, the OHIO program meets the criteria.
Montana		Yes, the OHIO program meets the criteria.
Nebraska		Yes, the OHIO program meets the criteria.
Nevada		Yes, the OHIO program meets the criteria.
New Hampshire		Yes, the OHIO program meets the criteria.
New Jersey		Yes, the OHIO program meets the criteria.
New Mexico		Yes, the OHIO program meets the criteria.
New York		Yes, the OHIO program meets the criteria.
North Carolina		Yes, the OHIO program meets the criteria.
North Dakota		Yes, the OHIO program meets the criteria.
Northern Mariana Islands	No Information	�� has not made a determination regarding whether the program meets licensure requirements.
Ohio		Yes, the OHIO program meets the criteria.
Oklahoma		Yes, the OHIO program meets the criteria.
Oregon		Yes, the OHIO program meets the criteria.
Pacific Territories	No Information	�� has not made a determination regarding whether the program meets licensure requirements.
Pennsylvania		Yes, the OHIO program meets the criteria.
Puerto Rico	No Information	�� has not made a determination regarding whether the program meets licensure requirements.
Rhode Island		Yes, the OHIO program meets the criteria.
South Carolina		Yes, the OHIO program meets the criteria.
South Dakota		Yes, the OHIO program meets the criteria.
Tennessee		Yes, the OHIO program meets the criteria.
Texas		Yes, the OHIO program meets the criteria.
Utah		Yes, the OHIO program meets the criteria.
Vermont		Yes, the OHIO program meets the criteria.
Virgin Islands	No Information	�� has not made a determination regarding whether the program meets licensure requirements.
Virginia		Yes, the OHIO program meets the criteria.
Washington		Yes, the OHIO program meets the criteria.
West Virginia		Yes, the OHIO program meets the criteria.
Wisconsin		Yes, the OHIO program meets the criteria.
Wyoming		Yes, the OHIO program meets the criteria.

Physical Therapy (Doctorate)

The program has determined that its curriculum meets the state educational requirements for licensure or certification in all states, the District of Columbia, Puerto Rico, and the US Virgin Islands secondary to its accreditation by the Commission on Accreditation in Physical Therapy Education based on the following: Accreditation of a physical therapist or physical therapist assistant program by CAPTE satisfies state education requirements in all states, the District Columbia, Puerto Rico, and the US Virgin Islands.

For more information regarding state qualifications and licensure requirements, please refer to the Federation of State Boards of Physical Therapy website at .

State	State/National Board Website	Notes / Disclaimers
Alabama		Yes, the OHIO program meets the criteria.
Alaska		Yes, the OHIO program meets the criteria.
American Samoa	No Information	�� has not made a determination regarding whether the program meets licensure requirements in the American Samoa.
Arizona		Yes, the OHIO program meets the criteria.
Arkansas		Yes, the OHIO program meets the criteria.
California		Yes, the OHIO program meets the criteria.
Colorado		Yes, the OHIO program meets the criteria.
Connecticut		Yes, the OHIO program meets the criteria.
Delaware		Yes, the OHIO program meets the criteria.
District of Columbia		Yes, the OHIO program meets the criteria.
Florida		Yes, the OHIO program meets the criteria.
Georgia		Yes, the OHIO program meets the criteria.
Guam		�� has not made a determination regarding whether the program meets licensure requirements in Guam.
Hawaii		Yes, the OHIO program meets the criteria.
Idaho		Yes, the OHIO program meets the criteria.
Illinois		Yes, the OHIO program meets the criteria.
Indiana		Yes, the OHIO program meets the criteria.
Iowa		Yes, the OHIO program meets the criteria.
Kansas		Yes, the OHIO program meets the criteria.
Kentucky		Yes, the OHIO program meets the criteria.
Louisiana		Yes, the OHIO program meets the criteria.
Maine		Yes, the OHIO program meets the criteria.
Maryland		Yes, the OHIO program meets the criteria.
Massachusetts		Yes, the OHIO program meets the criteria.
Michigan		Yes, the OHIO program meets the criteria.
Minnesota		Yes, the OHIO program meets the criteria.
Mississippi		Yes, the OHIO program meets the criteria.
Missouri		Yes, the OHIO program meets the criteria.
Montana		Yes, the OHIO program meets the criteria.
Nebraska		Yes, the OHIO program meets the criteria.
Nevada		Yes, the OHIO program meets the criteria.
New Hampshire		Yes, the OHIO program meets the criteria.
New Jersey		Yes, the OHIO program meets the criteria.
New Mexico		Yes, the OHIO program meets the criteria.
New York		Yes, the OHIO program meets the criteria.
North Carolina		Yes, the OHIO program meets the criteria.
North Dakota		Yes, the OHIO program meets the criteria.
Northern Mariana Islands	No Information	�� has not made a determination regarding whether the program meets licensure requirements in the Northern Mariana Islands.
Ohio		Yes, the OHIO program meets the criteria.
Oklahoma		Yes, the OHIO program meets the criteria.
Oregon		Yes, the OHIO program meets the criteria.
Pacific Territories	No Information	�� has not made a determination regarding whether the program meets licensure requirements in the Pacific Territories.
Pennsylvania		Yes, the OHIO program meets the criteria.
Puerto Rico		Yes, the OHIO program meets the criteria.
Rhode Island		Yes, the OHIO program meets the criteria.
South Carolina		Yes, the OHIO program meets the criteria.
South Dakota		Yes, the OHIO program meets the criteria.
Tennessee		Yes, the OHIO program meets the criteria.
Texas		Yes, the OHIO program meets the criteria.
Utah		Yes, the OHIO program meets the criteria.
Vermont		Yes, the OHIO program meets the criteria.
Virgin Islands		Yes, the OHIO program meets the criteria.
Virginia		Yes, the OHIO program meets the criteria.
Washington		Yes, the OHIO program meets the criteria.
West Virginia		Yes, the OHIO program meets the criteria.
Wisconsin		Yes, the OHIO program meets the criteria.
Wyoming		Yes, the OHIO program meets the criteria.

Physician Assistant (Master's)

The �� program meets licensure and certification requirements for both NCCPA and state licensure eligibility in all 50 states, plus D.C. and the Virgin Islands. Please see the table below for other information and exceptions.

Certification language - PANCE ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS: To be eligible for PANCE, you must graduate from a Physician Assistant program accredited by the Accreditation Review Commission on Education for the Physician Assistant (ARC-PA). PA program graduates will be deemed to have graduated from an accredited program if their PA educational program was accredited at the time of their matriculation.

Licensure language - STATEMENT FROM PHYSICIAN ASSISTANT EDUCATION ASSOCIATION (PAEA): As of July 2020, all 50 states require graduation from an ARC-PA accredited program and certification following successful completion of the PANCE as conditions for initial PA licensure. By virtue of ARC accreditation, PA programs offer a curriculum necessary for licensure in all 50 states.

State	State/National Board Website	Notes / Disclaimers
Alabama		Yes, the OHIO program meets the criteria.
Alaska		Yes, the OHIO program meets the criteria.
American Samoa	No Information	�� has not made a determination regarding whether the program meets licensure requirements in the American Samoa.
Arizona		Yes, the OHIO program meets the criteria.
Arkansas		Yes, the OHIO program meets the criteria.
California		Yes, the OHIO program meets the criteria.
Colorado		Yes, the OHIO program meets the criteria.
Connecticut		Yes, the OHIO program meets the criteria.
Delaware		Yes, the OHIO program meets the criteria.
District of Columbia		Yes, the OHIO program meets the criteria.
Florida		Yes, the OHIO program meets the criteria.
Georgia		Yes, the OHIO program meets the criteria.
Guam		�� has not made a determination regarding whether the program meets licensure requirements in Guam.
Hawaii		Yes, the OHIO program meets the criteria.
Idaho		Yes, the OHIO program meets the criteria.
Illinois		Yes, the OHIO program meets the criteria.
Indiana		Yes, the OHIO program meets the criteria.
Iowa		Yes, the OHIO program meets the criteria.
Kansas		Yes, the OHIO program meets the criteria.
Kentucky		Yes, the OHIO program meets the criteria.
Louisiana		Yes, the OHIO program meets the criteria.
Maine		Yes, the OHIO program meets the criteria.
Maryland		Yes, the OHIO program meets the criteria.
Massachusetts		Yes, the OHIO program meets the criteria.
Michigan		Yes, the OHIO program meets the criteria.
Minnesota		Yes, the OHIO program meets the criteria.
Mississippi		Yes, the OHIO program meets the criteria.
Missouri		Yes, the OHIO program meets the criteria.
Montana		Yes, the OHIO program meets the criteria.
Nebraska		Yes, the OHIO program meets the criteria.
Nevada		Yes, the OHIO program meets the criteria.
New Hampshire		Yes, the OHIO program meets the criteria.
New Jersey		Yes, the OHIO program meets the criteria.
New Mexico		Yes, the OHIO program meets the criteria.
New York		Yes, the OHIO program meets the criteria.
North Carolina		Yes, the OHIO program meets the criteria.
North Dakota		Yes, the OHIO program meets the criteria.
Northern Mariana Islands	No Information	�� has not made a determination regarding whether the program meets licensure requirements in the Northern Mariana Islands.
Ohio		Yes, the OHIO program meets the criteria.
Oklahoma		Yes, the OHIO program meets the criteria.
Oregon		Yes, the OHIO program meets the criteria.
Pacific Territories	No Information	�� has not made a determination regarding whether the program meets licensure requirements in the Pacific Territories.
Pennsylvania		Yes, the OHIO program meets the criteria.
Puerto Rico		Yes, the OHIO program meets the criteria.
Rhode Island		Yes, the OHIO program meets the criteria.
South Carolina		Yes, the OHIO program meets the criteria.
South Dakota		Yes, the OHIO program meets the criteria.
Tennessee		Yes, the OHIO program meets the criteria.
Texas		Yes, the OHIO program meets the criteria.
Utah		Yes, the OHIO program meets the criteria.
Vermont		Yes, the OHIO program meets the criteria.
Virgin Islands		Yes, the OHIO program meets the criteria.
Virginia		Yes, the OHIO program meets the criteria.
Washington		Yes, the OHIO program meets the criteria.
West Virginia		Yes, the OHIO program meets the criteria.
Wisconsin		Yes, the OHIO program meets the criteria.
Wyoming		Yes, the OHIO program meets the criteria.

School Nurse License Certificate

The School Nurse License Certificate is only eligible in the state of Ohio. �� (OHIO) has an approved School Nurse Certificate program for OHIO graduates. The School Nurse certificate requires a minimum of 15 credit hours and is for students interested in obtaining an ODE Pupil Service License to be a School Nurse in the state of Ohio. The Ohio Department of Education (ODE) is responsible for the School Nurse Licensure program which falls under Pupil Services Licenses.

Nurses seeking a School Nurse position must hold both a professional nursing board license, a Bachelor of Science in Nursing degree (or concurrently enrolled), and a Pupil Service License in the state of Ohio.

State	State/National Board Website	Notes / Disclaimers
Alabama	No Information	No, the School Nurse License Certificate is only eligible in the state of Ohio.
Alaska	No Information	No, the School Nurse License Certificate is only eligible in the state of Ohio.
American Samoa	No Information	No, the School Nurse License Certificate is only eligible in the state of Ohio.
Arizona	No Information	No, the School Nurse License Certificate is only eligible in the state of Ohio.
Arkansas	No Information	No, the School Nurse License Certificate is only eligible in the state of Ohio.
California	No Information	No, the School Nurse License Certificate is only eligible in the state of Ohio.
Colorado	No Information	No, the School Nurse License Certificate is only eligible in the state of Ohio.
Connecticut	No Information	No, the School Nurse License Certificate is only eligible in the state of Ohio.
Delaware	No Information	No, the School Nurse License Certificate is only eligible in the state of Ohio.
District of Columbia	No Information	No, the School Nurse License Certificate is only eligible in the state of Ohio.
Florida	No Information	No, the School Nurse License Certificate is only eligible in the state of Ohio.
Georgia	No Information	No, the School Nurse License Certificate is only eligible in the state of Ohio.
Guam	No Information	No, the School Nurse License Certificate is only eligible in the state of Ohio.
Hawaii	No Information	No, the School Nurse License Certificate is only eligible in the state of Ohio.
Idaho	No Information	No, the School Nurse License Certificate is only eligible in the state of Ohio.
Illinois	No Information	No, the School Nurse License Certificate is only eligible in the state of Ohio.
Indiana	No Information	No, the School Nurse License Certificate is only eligible in the state of Ohio.
Iowa	No Information	No, the School Nurse License Certificate is only eligible in the state of Ohio.
Kansas	No Information	No, the School Nurse License Certificate is only eligible in the state of Ohio.
Kentucky	No Information	No, the School Nurse License Certificate is only eligible in the state of Ohio.
Louisiana	No Information	No, the School Nurse License Certificate is only eligible in the state of Ohio.
Maine	No Information	No, the School Nurse License Certificate is only eligible in the state of Ohio.
Maryland	No Information	No, the School Nurse License Certificate is only eligible in the state of Ohio.
Massachusetts	No Information	No, the School Nurse License Certificate is only eligible in the state of Ohio.
Michigan	No Information	No, the School Nurse License Certificate is only eligible in the state of Ohio.
Minnesota	No Information	No, the School Nurse License Certificate is only eligible in the state of Ohio.
Mississippi	No Information	No, the School Nurse License Certificate is only eligible in the state of Ohio.
Missouri	No Information	No, the School Nurse License Certificate is only eligible in the state of Ohio.
Montana	No Information	No, the School Nurse License Certificate is only eligible in the state of Ohio.
Nebraska	No Information	No, the School Nurse License Certificate is only eligible in the state of Ohio.
Nevada	No Information	No, the School Nurse License Certificate is only eligible in the state of Ohio.
New Hampshire	No Information	No, the School Nurse License Certificate is only eligible in the state of Ohio.
New Jersey	No Information	No, the School Nurse License Certificate is only eligible in the state of Ohio.
New Mexico	No Information	No, the School Nurse License Certificate is only eligible in the state of Ohio.
New York	No Information	No, the School Nurse License Certificate is only eligible in the state of Ohio.
North Carolina	No Information	No, the School Nurse License Certificate is only eligible in the state of Ohio.
North Dakota	No Information	No, the School Nurse License Certificate is only eligible in the state of Ohio.
Northern Mariana Islands	No Information	No, the School Nurse License Certificate is only eligible in the state of Ohio.
Ohio		Yes, �� (OHIO) has an approved School Nurse Certificate program for OHIO graduates. The School Nurse certificate requires a minimum of 15 credit hours and is for students interested in obtaining an ODE Pupil Service License to be a School Nurse in the state of Ohio. The Ohio Department of Education (ODE) is responsible for the School Nurse Licensure program which falls under Pupil Services Licenses. Nurses seeking a School Nurse position must hold both a professional nursing board license, a Bachelor of Science in Nursing degree (or concurrently enrolled), and a Pupil Service License.
Oklahoma	No Information	No, the School Nurse License Certificate is only eligible in the state of Ohio.
Oregon	No Information	No, the School Nurse License Certificate is only eligible in the state of Ohio.
Pacific Territories	No Information	No, the School Nurse License Certificate is only eligible in the state of Ohio.
Pennsylvania	No Information	No, the School Nurse License Certificate is only eligible in the state of Ohio.
Puerto Rico	No Information	No, the School Nurse License Certificate is only eligible in the state of Ohio.
Rhode Island	No Information	No, the School Nurse License Certificate is only eligible in the state of Ohio.
South Carolina	No Information	No, the School Nurse License Certificate is only eligible in the state of Ohio.
South Dakota	No Information	No, the School Nurse License Certificate is only eligible in the state of Ohio.
Tennessee	No Information	No, the School Nurse License Certificate is only eligible in the state of Ohio.
Texas	No Information	No, the School Nurse License Certificate is only eligible in the state of Ohio.
Utah	No Information	No, the School Nurse License Certificate is only eligible in the state of Ohio.
Vermont	No Information	No, the School Nurse License Certificate is only eligible in the state of Ohio.
Virgin Islands	No Information	No, the School Nurse License Certificate is only eligible in the state of Ohio.
Virginia	No Information	No, the School Nurse License Certificate is only eligible in the state of Ohio.
Washington	No Information	No, the School Nurse License Certificate is only eligible in the state of Ohio.
West Virginia	No Information	No, the School Nurse License Certificate is only eligible in the state of Ohio.
Wisconsin	No Information	No, the School Nurse License Certificate is only eligible in the state of Ohio.
Wyoming	No Information	No, the School Nurse License Certificate is only eligible in the state of Ohio.

Speech Language Pathology (Master's)

State	State/National Board Website	Notes / Disclaimers
Alabama		No Provision or Only State Licensure Required License. Teaching license Optional.
Alaska		License: Master's Degree; Completion of Externships; Completion of CF year; OR ASHA C's Teaching License: Type C
Arizona		License: Master's Degree; Completion of Externships; Completion of CF year; OR ASHA C's Teaching License: SLP Pre-K - 12 Certificate
American Samoa	No Information	�� has not made a determination regarding whether the program meets licensure requirements in the American Samoa.
Arkansas	No Information	No Provision or Only State Licensure Required
California		License: To qualify for a full license in speech-language pathology, an applicant must hold a masters degree and complete the appropriate paperwork. Teaching License: Option 1 - Verification of Examination Scores and Clinical Experience/Supervised Practicum. Option 2 - American Speech-Language-Hearing Association (ASHA) Verification of Certification Letter
Colorado		License: Hold a master’s degree or higher in Communication Sciences and Disorders, have passed a relevant National Examination: If you have passed the National Examination.-OR- Hold a Certificate of Clinical Competency.
Connecticut		No Provision or Only State Licensure Required License: Hold a master's or doctorate degree in speech and language pathology from a program accredited, at the time of the applicant's graduation, by the Educational Standards Board of the American Speech Language-Hearing Association (ASHA).
Delaware		No Provision or Only State Licensure Required License: Master's Degree minimum 400 clinical hours; At least 25 hours must have been spent in clinical observation and at least 375 clock hours must have been spent in direct client/patient contact, have 36 weeks of full-time (35 hours per week) experience (or the equivalent part-time experience) totaling a minimum of 1,260 hours, have completed and passed the national examination approved by the Division for the area of specialty with at least the minimum nationally recommended score. Scores must be sent directly from the testing service to the Division.
District of Columbia		License: Proof of passing the National Examination with a score of 162 in Speech Language Pathology within five (5) years before applying for licensure, graduated with a Master’s degree or a Doctoral degree (Ph.D. or Au.D.) in speech language pathology from a recognized educational institution whose audiology program is accredited by the Council on Academic Accreditation. School Service Provider Certificate: Official transcripts verifying a completed master’s degree or higher in speech language pathology that includes a minimum of 75 semester hours (at least 36 graduate level coursework) in speech pathology and successful completion at least 350 hours of supervised practicum experience.
Florida		No Provision or Only State Licensure Required License: Master’s degree or completion of the academic requirements of a doctoral program, with a major emphasis in speech-language pathology -Applicants enrolled in an approved program prior to January 5, 2005, must complete a minimum of sixty (60) semester hours at least thirty-six (36) hours must be earned in graduate level courses. -Applicants enrolled in an approved program after January 5, 2005, must complete a minimum of seventy-five (75) semester hours at least thirty-six (36) hours earned at the graduate level -300 clock hours of supervised experience with at least 200 hours in the area of speech-language pathology -Nine (9) months of professional employment experience -Proof of passing the Praxis exam no more than three (3) years prior to the date of this application
Georgia		License: ASHA Verification of Certification Standard Professional Teaching Certificate: One of the following: -Completion of a Speech and Language approved program at the Master’s degree level; -Completion of an American Speech, Language and Hearing Association (ASHA)-approved program at the master’s degree level from an accredited institution; -Submission of a valid ASHA Certificate of Clinical Competence in Speech and Language Pathology; -Submission of a valid State of Georgia Speech and Language Pathology license issued by the Professional Licensing Boards Division of the Secretary State or higher; -Submission of a professional Speech and Language Pathologist certificate at the master’s level issued by another state. -AND- -A passing score on the Praxis Speech & Language Pathology assessment or verification of 5 years of acceptable experience in the field earned while holding the professional out-of-state certificate.
Guam		�� has not made a determination regarding whether the program meets licensure requirements in Guam.
Hawaii		No Provision or Only State Licensure Required License: -Master's Degree -ASHA Verification of Certification -Praxis examination -3 letters of recommendation
Idaho		License: Official Transcripts sent directly to our office from the issuing authority. -Proof of completing 1260 hours of Supervised Postgraduate Professional experience -Official certification from the interstate reporting service or official Certification of Clinical Competence from the American Speech-LanguageHearing Association (ASHA), if applicable. -Verification of Licensure from any states you have held or currently hold a license sent directly to our office from the issuing authority Pupil Services Licensure -Licensure Examination -Out of State applicants need graduate transcripts, examination score report, and Out of State school license of letter of eligibility
Illinois		No Provision or Only State Licensure Required License: -Certification, on forms provided by the Division, of a master's or doctoral degree from a program approved by the Division in accordance with Section 1465.20(a) -Passage of the PRAXIS examination or a national examination recognized by the Department set forth in Section 1465.50 or certification from the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association -Certification, on forms provided by the Division, of completion of the equivalent of 9 months of full-time supervised professional experience (1260 hours)
Indiana		No Provision or Only State Licensure Required License: -master's degree and transcript -400 supervised clinical hours -externships (1260 hours) -praxis score -ASHA Certificate -A written jurisprudence examination when your application has been approved
Iowa		License: -An official copy of a current ASHA certificate of clinical competence OR -400 hours of supervised clinical training -Verification of nine months of full-time clinical experience -Results of the Praxis Examination Board of Educational Examiners licensure: -Possess a master's degree in speech-language pathology or audiology from an accredited college or university. -Complete at least 20 semester hours of coursework in the professional education sequence, including student teaching/internship as a school speech-language pathologist or audiologist.
Kansas		No Provision or Only State Licensure Required License: - possession of at least a master’s degree or equivalent in speech-language pathology or audiology from an educational institution with standards consistent with those of the state universities of Kansas approved by the secretary pursuant to rules and regulations -completion of supervised clinical practicum experiences from an educational institution or its cooperating programs the content of which shall be consistent with the standards of the state universities of Kansas - completion of a postgraduate professional experience -passage of an examination in speech-language pathology or audiology pursuant to rules and regulations
Kentucky		No Provision or Only State Licensure Required License: -ASHA Certificate OR -Submit written evidence from a licensed and/or certified speech-language pathologist or audiologist supervisor of 1260 hours of full time professional employment or its part time equivalent pertinent to the license being sought. . Full-time is defined as a minimum of thirty five (35) clock hours of work for at least thirty six (36) weeks. A part time equivalent must consist of 1260 hours earned over no more than 24 months.
Louisiana		License: -Master’s in speech -400 clinical hours -Passing Praxis or ASHA certification -36 weeks of full-time post-graduate professional employment experience Teaching Certification: -Provisional Certificate in Speech Pathology (valid for 3 years, nonrenewable) a.) Master's degree from a regionally accredited college or university in speech pathology. -Qualified Certificate in Speech Pathology a.)Master's degree from a regionally accredited college or university in speech pathology, and Louisiana license as a speech pathologist.
Maine		No Provision or Only State Licensure Required License: Pathway 1: -Official Transcript documenting proof of a master’s degree, doctoral degree, or equivalent degree from accredited institution (see Board Rules Chapter 3(1)(1) for more information); - Documentation of successful completion of the Clinical Fellowship Year (copy of your completed and signed ASHA rating and reporting form accepted); - Official documentation demonstrating a passing score on the PRAXIS Examination in Speech-Language Pathology that was obtained no more than five (5) years prior to the application Pathway 2: Official Transcript documenting proof of a master’s degree, doctoral degree, or equivalent degree from accredited institution (see Board Rules Chapter 3(1)(2) for more information); • A valid Certificate of Clinical Competency in Speech-Language Pathology from ASHA that is current at time of application
Maryland		No Provision or Only State Licensure Required License: -transcipt from accredited university Master's degree program -verification of Clinical Fellowship (hours per ASHA requirements) -ASHA Verification -Praxis examination scores
Massachusetts		No Provision or Only State Licensure Required License: (1)possess at a minimum (a) a bachelor's degree or its equivalent and (b) a master's degree or its equivalent in the area of speech-language pathology or audiology granted by an educational institution which incorporates academic course work and the minimum hours of supervised training required by the national certifying body for speech-language pathology and audiology, (2) have completed the period of supervised professional practice in the area in which the license is being sought required by the national certifying body for speech-language pathology and audiology, (3) pass an examination approved by the board except that such examination may be waived by the board for applicants who hold a current and valid certificate of clinical competence in speech-language pathology or audiology from the national certifying body for speech-language pathology and audiology.
Michigan		No Provision or Only State Licensure Required License: -Professional Education – Name of School Attended and Name of Educational Program Completed -Verification of current American Speech Language Hearing Association (ASHA) certification OR -Final, Official Transcripts -Post-graduate Clinical Experience Form verifying 9 months (1,260 hours) of supervised post-graduate experience -PRAXIS Series II Exam in Speech-Language Pathology must be completed
Minnesota		No Provision or Only State Licensure Required License: -Method 1 (Equivalency based on Current Certifications) (PDF) You may qualify for licensing by "equivalency" under Minnesota Statutes, §148.516 if you hold a current certificate of clinical competency issued by ASHA. -Method 2: Master's or doctoral degree required for speech-language pathology applicants; All of the speech-language pathology applicant's graduate coursework and clinical practicum required in the professional area for which licensure is sought must have been initiated and completed at an institution whose program meets the current requirements and was accredited by the Educational Standards Board of the Council on Academic Accreditation in Audiology and Speech-Language Pathology; An applicant must complete the graduate or doctoral clinical experience required by the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association, the American Board of Audiology, or an equivalent, as determined by the commissioner, and must achieve a qualifying examination score on the National Examination in Speech-Language Pathology or Audiology.
Mississippi		License: - at least a master's degree, e.g., M.S., M.A., or M.Ed., in speech-language pathology, communicative disorders, or speech and hearing science -The applicant must have obtained the equivalent of nine (9) months of full-time professional experience (the Supervised Professional Employment) in which bona fide clinical work has been accomplished in the major professional area (speech-language pathology or audiology) in which the license is being sought. Full time employment is defined as a minimum of thirty (30) clock hours of work a week. -The applicant must have passed a National Examination in Speech-Language Pathology Mississippi Professional Growth System for School Speech-Language Professional: -Minimum of three (3) observation and feedback cycles during the school year is required (two (2) informal, one (1) formal) -High-quality feedback after each observation -All SLPs and SAs must be observed using the Speech-Language Growth Rubric -Professional Growth scores are due June 30
Missouri		No Provision or Only State Licensure Required License: - submission of graduate and undergraduate transcripts confirming courses taken toward your speech-language pathology degree -Passing PRAXIS examination scores - Completion of clinical fellowship under direct supervision of an individual licensed iby the state of Missouri (hours per required by ASHA)
Montana		No Provision or Only State Licensure Required License: 1. Minimum of a master's degree in speech-language pathology or communication disorders from a program accredited by the Council on Academic Accreditation in Audiology and Speech-Language Pathology of the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association. During this program you must have completed a supervised clinical practicum experience - [MCA 37-15-303, ARM 24.222.502(2)(a) & (b)] 2. Pass the national PRAXIS exam - [MCA 37-15-303, ARM 24.222.502(2)(d), 24.222.510(1)(a)] 3. Pass the open-book state jurisprudence examination which is included with the application. A passing score is 80% or greater - [MCA 37-15-303, ARM 24.222.502(2)(d), 24.222.510(1)(b) and (2)] 4. Completion of a 36-week speech language pathology supervised professional experience as described in ARM 24.222.509 - MCA 37-15-303, ARM 24.222.502(2)(c)].
Nebraska		License: OPTION 1: -Education: Apply by Education if you do not have ASHA certification and passed the exam less than three (3) years ago. -Transcript: Submit an official transcript from an approved academic program that has been accredited by the Council on Academic Accreditation (CAA) in Audiology and Speech-Language Pathology or a nationally recognized equivalent accreditation association approved by the Board. - An official transcript showing proof of a master’s degree or its equivalent in Speech-Language Pathology from an approved academic program. -Completion of Clinical Fellowship: Submit Attachment A1 if you are applying for licensure based on education. Any applicant who is applying on the basis of education must submit an official transcript, documentation of passing the PRAXIS licensure examination for audiology or speech-language pathology and Documentation of Completion of the Clinical Fellowship -Praxis scores: Official documentation of the scores obtained on the PRAXIS examination. Select Nebraska Department of Education (state code 7646) as a score recipient when registering to take the test. -Passed Licensure Examination But is Not Practicing: An applicant who has met the education, Professional Experience and examination requirements, who passed the examination more than three (3) years prior to the time of application for licensure, and is not practicing at the time of application for licensure, must present proof of completing Thirty (30) hours of acceptable continuing education, within the three (3) years immediately preceding the submission of application for licensure OPTION 2: - Endorsement: Apply by Endorsement if you have received your ASHA certification. -ASHA Certification: submit a copy of your ASHA card and/or acceptance letter. Verification of Certificate of Clinical Competence from the American Speech-Language- Hearing Association: All applicants who are applying on the basis of endorsement by the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association (ASHA) or equivalent and in active practice must have official documentation of the Certificate of Clinical Competence submitted to the Licensure Unit. Applicants with ASHA certification do not need to supply transcripts or clinical fellowship documentation. -Passed Licensure Examination But is Not Practicing: An applicant who has met the education, Professional Experience and examination requirements, who passed the examination more than three (3) years prior to the time of application for licensure, and is not practicing at the time of application for licensure, must present proof of completing Thirty (30) hours of acceptable continuing education, within the three (3) years immediately preceding the submission of application for licensure. Speech-Language Pathologist Endorsement -Individuals with this teaching endorsement may provide speech-language pathology services to and consultative services for those from birth through age 21 or completion of their Individualized Education Program. -A minimum of a master's degree in speech-language pathology, which includes at least 36 graduate semester hours in speech-language pathology and related courses -Applicants must also complete a minimum of 400 clock hours of clinical experiences and an internship, supervised by the standard institution in a school or clinic setting -Endorsement Program Requirements: Nebraska teacher education institutions offering this endorsement program must have on file, within the institution, a plan which identifies the courses and the course completion requirements which the institution utilizes to grant credit toward completion of this endorsement. -Submit a passing score for the applicable content test (PRAXIS 5331) for the first-time placement of this endorsement on a Nebraska certificate or permit. (Praxis 0330/5330 Speech Language Pathology also accepted.)
Nevada		License: -Educational transcripts -Certification Documentation (ASHA or NBC-HIS) -Verification of Licensure in Another State (if applicable) -PRAXIS Score Report (Provisional SLP only) -Optional Jurisprudence Exam Special Education Speech and Language Impairments certification: -Bachelor’s or more advanced degree from an accredited college/university; and -Certificate of clinical competence in speech from the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association (ASHA) or an equivalent license from the Speech-Language Pathology, Audiology and Hearing Aid Dispensing Board; or -Eight (8) credits of student teaching involving pupils who have speech and language impairments, a clinical practicum with those pupils, equivalent field experience with those pupils or one (1) year of verifiable teaching experience with those pupils; and -Twenty-eight (28) credits to include coursework in the following areas: (A.) Audiology (B.) Methods for the assessment and treatment of the disorders of articulation, fluency, voice and language (C.) The development of normal speech and language (D.) Science of speech and voice (E.) Phonetics (F.) Introduction to special education or the education of pupils who have disabilities; and (G.) Parental involvement in programs for pupils who have disabilities -Endorsement Exception: All holders of a current ASHA card will not be required to complete the subject area exam. The current card must be submitted with your application in order to have this exam waived.
New Hampshire		No Provision or Only State Licensure Required License: -You must complete the following requirements to be eligible to apply: ¨ Master’s Degree in Speech-Language Pathology, Communications Sciences and Disorders, Or Communications Disorders. ¨ Speech-Language Pathology and Audiology (ASHA) Certified -Education Credits and Transcript(s) relevant to the eligibility requirement o Transcripts prepared by and submitted directly from the institution - Letter from ASHA sent directly to the board (oplclicensing3@oplc.nh.gov) by ASHA, verifying ASHA certification and dates of expiration, if applicable - Letters of Verification from other states of licensure, if applicable, sent directly to the board
New Jersey		No Provision or Only State Licensure Required License: An applicant for licensure shall submit to the Committee proof that the applicant has: 1) Graduated from: i) A doctoral degree program in the area of audiology, speech-language pathology, or both, accredited by either the Council on Academic Accreditation in Audiology and Speech-Language Pathology of the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association or the Accreditation Council for Audiology Education of the American Academy of Audiology. The college or university awarding the degree shall be recognized by either the New Jersey Commission on Higher Education or another state's department of education; or ii) A master's degree program in the area of audiology, speech-language pathology, or both, accredited by either the Council on Academic Accreditation in Audiology and Speech-Language Pathology of the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association or the Accreditation Council for Audiology Education of the American Academy of Audiology. The college or university awarding the degree shall be recognized by either the New Jersey Commission on Higher Education or another state's department of education; and 2) Passed the Praxis Examination in audiology or speech-language pathology, as appropriate, administered and set by Educational Testing Service. 3) An applicant shall also complete a clinical internship, in accordance with the provisions of N.J.A.C. 13:44C-3.5, in either audiology, speech-language pathology, or both, as appropriate. 4) In addition to the requirements of (a) and (b) above, an applicant shall complete the jurisprudence on-line orientation.
New Mexico		No Provision or Only State Licensure Required License: A. official transcripts verifying at least a master's degree in speech-language pathology, speech language and hearing science, communication disorders or equivalent degree regardless of degree name; or B. a certification bearing an official seal and attesting to completion of degree requirements from the registrar, mailed directly to the board from the conferring institution; and C. proof of having earned a certificate in speech-language pathology from a board recognized national speech-language association or proof of completion of the clinical fellowship year or equivalent; and D. proof of having passed a nationally recognized standard examination in speech-language pathology; E. proof of having passed the jurisprudence examination with a grade of no less than seventy percent; and F. if currently or previously licensed in another state a verification of licensure must be sent directly to the board by the issuing jurisdiction.
New York		No Provision or Only State Licensure Required License: 1.) Educational requirements: -Human Communication Processes and Sciences: 12 semester hours, including but not limited to course content in: normal anatomy and physiology of speech and swallowing; cognitive and linguistic bases of language; and neural bases of speech, hearing, language and swallowing. -Professional Practice Areas in Speech-Language Pathology: 36 semester hours, including but not limited to course content in multicultural issues and in diagnostic assessment and treatment of person with disorders of: articulation/phonology; fluency; voice and resonance; receptive and expressive language; literacy; hearing; and swallowing. -Plus an additional 27 semester hours in the above content areas or related areas in: audiology/aural rehabilitation; cognitive/psychosocial aspects of communication; cleft palate/craniofacial anomalies; augmentative and alternative communication (AAC); research methodology; counseling; professional issues; ethics; and infection control issues related to the prevention of communication disorders. -Practicum in Speech-Language Pathology: a minimum of 400 clock hours under supervision, including: at least 375 clock hours in direct client contact; at least 25 clock hours in clinical observation; at least 325 clock hours at the graduate level. 2.) Experience Requirements: -You must complete a minimum of 36 weeks of supervised experience in speech-language pathology or audiology. 3.) Examination Requirements: -Candidates for licensure in Speech-Language Pathology must take Praxis Examination 5331. It is scored on a scale of 100-200. 162 the minimum acceptable passing score.
North Carolina		North Carolina Board of Examiners for Speech and Language Pathologists and Audiologists (NCBOESLPA) License: (1)Possess at least a master's degree in speech and language pathology or qualifications deemed equivalent by the Board under rules duly adopted by the Board under this Article. The degree or equivalent qualifications shall be from an accredited institution. (2) Submit transcripts from one or more accredited colleges or universities presenting evidence of the completion of 75 semester hours constituting a well-integrated program of course study dealing with the normal aspects of human communication, development thereof, disorders thereof, and clinical techniques for evaluation and management of such disorders. a. Fifteen of these 75 semester hours must be obtained in courses that provide information that pertains to normal development and use of speech, language and hearing. b. c. d. (3) (4) (5) (6) (b) Thirty-six of these 75 semester hours must be in courses that provide information relative to communication disorders and information about and training in evaluation and management of speech, language, and hearing disorders. At least 24 of these 30 semester hours must be in courses in speech and language pathology. Credit for study of information pertaining to related fields that augment the work of the clinical practitioner of speech and language pathology or audiology may also apply toward the total 75 semester hours. Thirty-six of the total 75 semester hours that are required for a license must be in courses that are acceptable toward a graduate degree by the college or university at which they are taken. Moreover, 21 of those semester hours must be in graduate level courses in speech and language pathology. (3)Submit evidence of the completion of a minimum of 400 clock hours of supervised, direct clinical experience with individuals who present a variety of communication disorders. This experience must have been obtained within the training institution or in one of its cooperating programs in the following areas: (i) Speech - Adult (20 diagnostic and 20 therapeutic); Children (20 diagnostic and 20 therapeutic); and (ii) Language - Adult (20 diagnostic and 20 therapeutic); Children (20 diagnostic and 20 therapeutic). Each new applicant must submit a verified clinical clock hour summary sheet signed by the clinic or program director, in addition to completion of the license application. (4)Present written evidence of nine months of full-time professional experience in which bona fide clinical work has been accomplished in speech and language pathology. The professional work must have been supervised by a speech and language pathologist who is State-licensed or certified by the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association. This experience must follow the completion of the requirements listed in subdivisions (1), (2) and (3). Full time is defined as at least nine months in a calendar year and a minimum of 30 hours per week. Half time is defined as at least 18 months in two calendar years and a minimum of 20 hours per week. The supervision must be performed by a person who holds a valid license under this Article, or certificate of clinical competence from the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association, in speech and language pathology. (5) Pass an examination established or approved by the Board.
North Dakota		No Provision or Only State Licensure Required License: -OFFICIAL graduate and undergraduate transcripts to be mailed (or emailed) directly to the board office. -Proof of passing PRAXIS test score. If you do not have documentation of passing PRAXIS test score, then upload proof of current ASHA certification. -If you are applying through Reciprocity: -A copy of and out-of-state laws and rules that were in effect for each state at the time you were granted a license. -A copy of your license for each state you have an active license.
Northern Mariana Islands		�� has not made a determination regarding whether the program meets licensure requirements in the Northern Mariana Islands.
Ohio
Oklahoma		No Provision or Only State Licensure Required License: -transcripts from graduate program -completion of 400 supervised hours; completion of clinical fellowship -Praxis score -ASHA CCC (if applicable)
Oregon		No Provision or Only State Licensure Required License: - Official transcripts of Master's Degree - ASHA CCC's OR passing praxis scores with Clinical Fellowship Report & Rating Form -If you have completed your graduate program or clinical fellowship within the 12 months preceding the date you apply: No professional development hours are needed; check this box and sign and date the bottom of the page. You do not need to fill in the grid to report PD hours. -If you have completed your graduate program or clinical fellowship more than 12 months preceding the date you apply you must submit 10 hours completed within the 12 months preceding the date you apply: Complete the reporting form and be sure to include copies of your certificates of attendance for all activities you report. Read our professional development page for more information on acceptable professional development.
Pacific Territories		�� has not made a determination regarding whether the program meets licensure requirements in the Pacific Territories.
Pennsylvania		No Provision or Only State Licensure Required License: -Master's Degree Transcripts -Passing PRAXIS scores -The applicant shall begin the supervised professional experience within 4 years of conferral of the degree and shall complete no less than 1,260 hours in no less than 9 months, but no more than 2 years. -Applicants must complete 3 hours of Board-approved continuing education in child abuse recognition and reporting for initial licensure.
Puerto Rico		�� has not made a determination regarding whether the program meets licensure requirements in the Puerto Rico.
Rhode Island		No Provision or Only State Licensure Required License: -Official transcript from an accredited ASHA accredited institution, directly to the Board. -Documentation of completed clock hours of supervised, direct clinical experience, sent directly from an ASHA accredited institution to the Board. The content of the practicum shall be in accordance with the current, minimum requirements for the certificate of clinical competence issued by the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association (ASHA) -Praxis score sent directly from the Educational Testing Service
South Carolina		No Provision or Only State Licensure Required License: -Have earned a post-graduate degree in Speech-Language Pathology or Audiology from a school or program determined by the board to be equivalent to those accredited by the Council on Professional Standards of the American Speech-Language Hearing Association (ASHA); -Have passed an exam approved by the board -Completed supervised professional employment (defined in regulation as a minimum of 30 hours a week of professional employment in speech-language pathology or Audiology for at least nine months whether or not for wages or other compensation under the supervision of a speech-language pathologist or audiologist licensed under this chapter); or -Meet ASHA's Standards for Certificate of Clinical Competence, or its equivalent as approved by the board, in speech-language pathology or Audiology in effect at the time of application; OR Have a current ASHA Certificate of Clinical Competence or its equivalent as approved by the board.
South Dakota		No Provision or Only State Licensure Required License: -ASHA Certification directly from ASHA -Praxis Scores directly from ETS (If not ASHA Certified) -Master’s Degree Transcripts directly from the University (if not ASHA Certified) -Licensed Verifications from each state you hold/have held licensure directly from their state board office (if applicable)
Tennessee		License: An applicant in the area of Speech Language Pathology must possess at least a master’s degree in Speech Language Pathology from an accredited institution; and - Possess a current Certificate of Clinical Competence (CCC) in the area of Speech Language Pathology issued through the American Speech Language and Hearing Association (ASHA); or Have successfully completed and documented the following: -A minimum of four hundred (400) clock hours of supervised clinical experience (practicum) with individuals having a variety of communications disorders, as required by ASHA. The experience shall be obtained through an accredited institution which is recognized by ASHA; -and A Clinical Fellowship in the area of Speech Language Pathology; -and Passage of the Written Professional Assessments for Beginning Teachers (Praxis Test) as required by Rule 1370-01-.08.
Texas		No Provision or Only State Licensure Required License: -You must hold master's degree (or higher) with a major in one of the areas of communicative sciences or disorders to apply for a speech-language pathology license. -An applicant must have completed at least twenty-five (25) clock hours of supervised observation before completing the following hours of supervised clinical direct client contact, which may be referred to as clinical practicum, with individuals who present a variety of communication disorders within an educational institution or in one of its cooperating programs: 400 clock hours if the master's degree was earned on or after January 1, 2005 -Internships must consist of at least 36 weeks of full-time (35 hours per week) supervised professional experience (or its part-time equivalent of supervised professional experience) totaling a minimum of 1,260 hours. Part-time work can be completed, as long as the intern works no less than 5 hours per week. Working more than 35 hours per week will not shorten the minimum requirement of 36 weeks. -Applicants must pass both the national Praxis Exam as well as the Texas Jurisprudence Examination. -The department may waive the internship requirements and the written examination requirement (Praxis Exam) for applicants who hold an ASHA Certificate of Clinical Competence.
Utah		No Provision or Only State Licensure Required License: -Master’s Degree in Speech Language Pathology -Documentation of your current ASHA Certification OR Documentation of passing PRAXIS exam and completion of a Clinical Fellowship/Externship
Vermont		No Provision or Only State Licensure Required License: -ASHA Certification OR (1)a master’s degree or equivalent in speech-language pathology from an educational institution approved by the Director with course work completed in areas specified by rule; (2) completion of a supervised clinical practicum, the length and content of which shall be established by rule; (3) completion of a period, as determined by rule, of postgraduate professional training as approved by the Director; and (4) passing an examination in speech-language pathology approved by the Director.
Virgin Islands		�� has not made a determination regarding whether the program meets licensure requirements in the U.S. Virgin Islands.
Virginia		No Provision or Only State Licensure Required License: -The board may grant an initial license to an applicant for licensure in speech-language pathology who holds a current and unrestricted Certificate of Clinical Competence issued by ASHA. -The board may grant a license to an applicant as a school speech-language pathologist who holds a master's degree in speech-language-pathology.
Washington		License: - proof of successfully completing a master's degree program that includes clinical practicum experience. -Postgraduate professional work experience must be in the field of speech-language pathology. It must be completed over a minimum of 36 weeks of full-time experience, or a part-time equivalent. -Postgraduate professional work experience must be in the field of speech-language pathology. It must be completed over a minimum of 36 weeks of full-time experience, or a part-time equivalent. - First-tier certification for the school speech-language pathologist/audiologist role: -Master's degree in speech-language pathology, audiology, or communication disorders from a college or university program accredited by the American Speech and Hearing Association (ASHA). -Completion of a PESB-approved ESA course. An applicant must have completed before, or within one year after application, a 15-clock hour or 10-semester-hour course approved by the PESB, which will include many topics related to the Educational Staff Associate roles OR -Completion of any state's approved program leading to certification for the school speech-language pathologist/audiologist role Form 4099E OR -Three years of out-of-state experience in the school speech-language pathologist/audiologist role -Must have successfully completed a written comprehensive exam in the coursework required for the master's degree.
West Virginia		No Provision or Only State Licensure Required License: -Possess at least a master's degree or equivalent in speech-language pathology from an educational institution -Complete supervised clinical practicum experiences from an educational institution or its cooperating programs -Complete a postgraduate professional experience -Pass the national examination in speech-language pathology; and -Pass a jurisprudence examination developed by the board.
Wisconsin		License: Completed a supervised clinical practicum and received a master’s degree in speech−language pathology from a college or university approved by the board. -Completed education or training that the board determines is substantially equivalent to the requirements under par. Verification the applicant has satisfied one of the following: (a) Passed the Praxis Speech−Language Pathologist examination. (b) Completed education or training that the board determines is substantially equivalent to passing the NESPA examination that may include verification that the applicant has been granted a certificate of clinical competence in speech−language pathology by ASHA. (a) Completed a postgraduate clinical fellowship in speech− language pathology approved by the board. Tier II Provisional Educational License for SLP: -Hold a master’s degree in communication disorders and completed a Wisconsin DPI approved program as a school speech and language pathologist; or -Hold a master’s degree in communication disorders and completed a state-approved school speech and language pathology program in another state, which includes a clinical placement in the school setting; or -Hold a master’s degree in communication disorders and completed the requirements of Wis. Admin. Code sec. PI 34.047 (4).
Wyoming		No Provision or Only State Licensure Required License: -The Board requires evidence of competency by one of the following: -Official transcripts from accredited Master's Program -Passing PRAXIS scores --ASHA or ABA Certification: Contact ASHA or ABA and request that your certification be mailed directly to the Board office on your behalf. The Board will NOT accept this verification from you or through your hands in any way; OR --Clinical Proficiency: Your supervisor must complete the supervision clinical year fellowship rating form and mail it to the Board office on your behalf. The Board will not accept this information from you or through your hands in any way.

Social Work (Bachelor & Master's)

Licensure Abbreviations:

LICSW - Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker
LMSW - Licensed Master Social Worker
LBSW - Licensed Bachelor Social Worker
CSWE - Council on Social Work Education
ASWB - Association of Social Work Boards

State	State/National Board Website	Notes / Disclaimers
Alabama		LMSW/LBSW – graduate of a CSWE accredited master’s/bachelors program, official transcript and pass master’s/Bachelor's level ASWB examination
Alaska		LMSW/LBSW – graduate of a CSWE accredited master’s/bachelor's program, official transcript, pass master’s/bachelor's level ASWB examination, and three professional references
Arizona		LMSW/LBSW - graduate of a CSWE accredited master’s/bachelors program, official transcript and pass master’s/bachelors level ASWB examination
American Samoa	No Information	�� has not made a determination regarding whether the program meets licensure requirements in the American Samoa.
Arkansas	No Information	�� has not made a determination regarding whether the program meets licensure requirements in Arkansas.
California		ASW – Associate Clinical Social Worker Registration - graduate of a CSWE accredited master’s program, official transcript, complete 12-hour California Law and Ethics course and examination. Additional requirements: Before application for LCSW, complete pre-licensure courses (can be completed while accumulating supervised professional experience), pass ASWB clinical examination
Colorado		LSW – graduate of a CSWE accredited master’s program, official transcript, pass master’s level ASWB examination. Additional requirements: Pass the Colorado Mental Health Profession’s Jurisprudence Examination; complete Healthcare Professions Profile (HPPP)
Connecticut		LMSW – graduate of a CSWE accredited master’s program, official transcript and pass master’s level ASWB examination *ASWB exam requirement suspended until 1/1/26 for LMSW
Delaware		LMSW/LSWA – graduate of a CSWE accredited master’s/bachelors program, official transcript and pass master’s/bachelors level ASWB examination
District of Columbia		LGSW/LSWA – graduate of a CSWE accredited master’s/bachelors program, official transcript and pass master’s/bachelors level ASWB examination and three professional references
Florida		RCSWI - graduate of a CSWE master’s program, official transcript, pass master’s level ASWB examination. Additional requirements: Completed 24 sh or 32 quarter hours in theory of human behavior and practice methods as courses in clinically oriented services, including a minimum of one course in psychopathology. Courses not considered to be clinically oriented are: policy, administration, organization and communities
Georgia		LMSW – graduate of a CSWE accredited (or in CSWE candidacy) master’s program, official transcript and pass master’s level ASWB exam
Guam	No Information	�� has not made a determination regarding whether the program meets licensure requirements in Guam.
Hawaii		LSW/LBSW – graduate of a CSWE accredited (or equivalent) master’s program/bachelors, official transcript and pass master’s/bachelors level ASWB examination
Idaho		LSW/LBSW – graduate of a CSWE accredited (or equivalent) master’s program/bachelors, official transcript and pass master’s/bachelors level ASWB examination
Illinois		LSW – graduate of an accredited master’s program, official transcript and pass master’s level ASWB examination
Indiana		LSW – graduate of a CSWE accredited master’s program, official transcript and pass master’s level ASWB examination
Iowa		LMSW/LBSW – graduate of a CSWE master’s/bachelors program, official transcript and pass master’s/bachelors level ASWB examination
Kansas		LMSW/LBSW – graduate of a CSWE accredited master’s/bachelor's program, official transcript, pass master’s/bachelor's level ASWB examination and three professional references
Kentucky		LCSW /LSW– graduate of a CSWE accredited master’s/bachelors program, official transcript, and pass master’s/bachelors level ASWB examination
Louisiana		LMSW and CSW/RSW – graduate of a CSWE accredited master’s program/bachelor's, official transcript, and pass master’s level ASWB examination/bachelor's
Maine		LMSW/LS – graduate of a CSWE accredited master’s/bachelor's program, official transcript, and pass master’s/bachelor's level ASWB examination
Maryland		LMSW/LBSW – graduate of a CSWE accredited master’s/bachelor's program, official transcript, and pass master’s/bachelor's level ASWB examination
Massachusetts		LCSW /LSW– graduate of a CSWE accredited master’s/bachelor's program, official transcript, pass master’s/bachelor's level ASWB examination and three professional references
Michigan		LMSW/LBSW-Limited-Limited – graduate of a CSWE accredited master’s/bachelor's program, official transcript, and pass master’s/bachelor's level ASWB examination
Minnesota		LGSW/LSW – graduate of a CSWE accredited master’s/bachelor's program, official transcript, and pass master’s/bachelor's level ASWB examination
Mississippi		LMSW/LSW – graduate of a CSWE accredited master’s/bachelor's program, official transcript, and pass master’s/bachelors level ASWB examination
Missouri		LMSW/LBSW – graduate of a CSWE accredited master’s/bachelors program, official transcript, and pass master’s/bachelors level ASWB examination
Montana		LCSW/LBSW Candidate - graduate of a CSWE accredited master’s/bachelor's program, official transcript, three professional references, and pass ASWB clinical/bachelor examination
Nebraska		PCMSW/CSW – graduate of a CSWE accredited master’s/bachelor's program, official transcript, and pass master’s/bachelor's level ASWB examination
Nevada		LMSW/LSW – graduate of a CSWE accredited master’s/bachelor's program, official transcript, and pass ASWB master’s/bachelor's examination
New Hampshire		No license available until graduate from CSWE accredited master’s program accrues 3,000 post-grad supervised clinical hours, pass ASWB clinical examination-then eligible for LICSW license
New Jersey		LSW/CSW - graduate of a CSWE accredited master’s/bachelor's program, official transcript, and pass ASWB master’s/bachelors examination
New Mexico		LMSW/LBSW – graduate of a CSWE accredited master’s/bachelor's program, official transcript, pass master’s/bachelor's level ASWB examination and two-character references. Additional requirements: course or seminar in New Mexico cultures, pass New Mexico cultural examination, pass New Mexico jurisprudence exam
New York		LMSW – graduate of a CSWE accredited master’s program, official transcript, and pass master’s level ASWB examination. Additional requirements: coursework or training in identification and reporting of child abuse offered by a New York state approved provider
North Carolina		CMSW/CSW – graduate of a CSWE accredited master’s/bachelor's program, official transcript, pass master’s/bachelor's level ASWB examination or ACSW examination
North Dakota		LCSW/LBSW – graduate of a CSWE accredited master’s/bachelor's program, official transcript, pass master’s/bachelor's level ASWB examination
Northern Mariana Islands	No Information	�� has not made a determination regarding whether the program meets licensure requirements in the Northern Mariana Islands.
Ohio		LSW - graduate of a CSWE accredited master’s.bachelor's program, official transcript, pass master’s/bachelor's level ASWB examination
Oklahoma		LMSW/LSWA – graduate of a CSWE accredited master’s/bachelor's program, official transcript, and pass master’s/bachelor's level ASWB examination
Oregon		LMSW and CSWA/RBSW – graduate of a CSWE accredited master’s/bachelor's program, official transcript, and pass master’s/bachelors level ASWB examination
Pacific Territories	No Information	�� has not made a determination regarding whether the program meets licensure requirements in the Pacific Territories.
Pennsylvania		LSW/BSW – graduate of a CSWE accredited master’s/bachelors program, official transcript, and pass master’s/bachelor's level ASWB examination
Puerto Rico	No Information	�� has not made a determination regarding whether the program meets licensure requirements in the Puerto Rico.
Rhode Island		LCSW – graduate of a CSWE accredited master’s program, official transcript, and pass master’s level ASWB examination *Passing the national exam administered by the Association of Social Work Boards (ASWB) is not currently required for the Clinical Social Work (CSW) license and will not be required until at least August 15, 2025.
South Carolina		LMSW/LBSW – graduate of a CSWE accredited master’s/bachelor's program, official transcript, and pass master’s/bachelor's level ASWB examination
South Dakota		CSW/SW – graduate of a CSWE accredited master’s/bachelor's program, official transcript, and pass master’s/bachelor's level ASWB examination
Tennessee		LMSW/LBSW – graduate of a CSWE accredited master’s/bachelor's program, official transcript, and pass master’s/bachelor's level ASWB examination
Texas		LMSW/LBSW – graduate of a CSWE accredited master’s/bachelor's program, official transcript, pass master’s/bachelor's level ASWB examination. Additional requirement: Pass Texas Jurisprudence Exam
Utah		CSW/LSSW – graduate of a CSWE accredited master’s/bachelor's program, official transcript, and pass master’s/bachelor's level ASWB examination
Vermont		LMSW – graduate of a CSWE accredited master’s program, official transcript, pass master’s level ASWB examination. Additional requirement: Pass Vermont Jurisprudence Examination
Virgin Islands		�� has not made a determination regarding whether the program meets licensure requirements in the U.S. Virgin Islands.
Virginia		LMSW/LBSW - graduate of a CSWE accredited master’s/bachelor's program, official transcript, and pass master’s/bachelor's level ASWB examination
Washington		LASW - graduate of a CSWE accredited master’s program, official transcript, pass master’s level ASWB examination. Additional requirements: 3200 hours post-graduate supervised experience
West Virginia		LGSW/LSW – graduate of a CSWE accredited master’s/bachelor's program, official transcript, and pass master’s/bachelor's level ASWB examination
Wisconsin		APSW/CSW – graduate of a CSWE accredited master’s/bachelor's program, official transcript, pass master’s/bachelor's level ASWB examination. Additional requirements: Pass the Wisconsin Statues and Administrative Code examination
Wyoming		PCSW – graduate of a CSWE accredited master’s program, official transcript, pass master’s level ASWB examination

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