Professional Licensure Disclosures

The U.S. Code of Federal Regulations, specifically 34 CFR 668.43 (a) (5) (v) and 34 CFR 668.43 (c), require disclosures by institutions regarding educational requirements for programs leading to professional licensure or certification, regardless of modality.

The information on this page was developed to inform students and other stakeholders about the ÐÔÊӽ紫ý programs that lead to professional licensure or certification. Programs omitted from this list are not intended to lead to professional licensure or certification. Since professional licensure and certification requirements vary from state to state, disclosures posted on this website can be used to confirm if programs offered by ÐÔÊӽ紫ý meet the educational prerequisites for professional licensure or certification within and outside the state of Missouri.

ÐÔÊӽ紫ý will review state licensure requirements annually to ensure the most up-to-date information. Students are encouraged to consult state licensure requirements directly. State licensure information sites are provided when available.

The ÐÔÊӽ紫ý Catalog evaluates any program that is designed to meet specific state licensure requirements and the program’s status as of July 1 annually. Additional information is available at .

Many licensing and certifying boards require more than successful degree completion to obtain a license or certification. Please be advised that state laws, regulations, and policies may change at any time, which can impact the program's ability to meet educational requirements for licensure or certification.

Disclosures Based on Student Location

The U.S. Department of Education requires direct disclosures of professional licensure or certification information to students based on their locations.

Relocating to another state prior to completing a program may affect state licensure requirements. Prior to considering relocation, students are advised to contact their programs to discuss licensure and certification eligibility requirements. Following relocation, students must update their addresses in Pathway. ÐÔÊӽ紫ý will not consider a student to have relocated until the update has been completed in Pathway.

Please see the information below if you are a prospective or current ÐÔÊӽ紫ý student interested in pursuing professional licensure after graduation. ÐÔÊӽ紫ý strongly recommends that students review the applicable licensure board(s) in their state of residence or in the state where they intend to obtain a license before beginning an academic program that results in licensure or certification and prior to beginning any practicum/internship.

Enrollment

Licensure Programs may enroll any student located: in the state of Missouri, a state for which it meets the educational requirements for eligibility for licensure, or outside the United States. Licensure Programs may not enroll Distance Education Students located in a state where the university has determined it does not meet such requirements or it has not determined whether the program will meet such requirements without an attestation that the Distance Education Student intends to seek licensure and employment in a specific state for which the Licensure Program meets the educational requirements for eligibility for licensure.

Attestation

You will be asked to clarify your goals and confirm that the ÐÔÊӽ紫ý program meets your educational and career goals (for example, your intent on moving from the state you currently reside in to another state for the purposes of seeking employment). If ÐÔÊӽ紫ý’s program does meet your goals, you will be asked to complete an attestation document prior to enrolling in courses. If you would like to speak with an advisor, please see for contact information.

Licensure Authorities

Licensure questions are common regarding the following list of career options. Click on the career you're interested in to learn more about our related programs and review the state licensure authorities for each state.

Accountant

Degrees

  • Accounting, B.S.
  • Accounting, M.S.

Current program details

Location requirements

Primarily ÐÔÊӽ紫ý on-campus enrollment

Overview

A bachelor’s degree in accounting or a related field is typically required to become an accountant. Individuals may work in the field without licensure or certifications, but the program meets the Missouri education requirement. Completing certification in a specific field of accounting, such as becoming a licensed Certified Public Accountant (CPA), may improve job prospects.

The master’s in accounting (when coupled with an undergraduate degree in accounting or business) meets the education and licensure requirements for most jurisdictions. Most states require a separate ethics exam and work experience for licensure. Full licensure requires passing four sections of the CPA Exam (MS Aligned Interest Areas) AND work experience. Some jurisdictions may have additional requirements. The CPA Exam is consistent across all jurisdictions, but some jurisdictions have different requirements.

Program director

Leigh Salzsieder

Program specialized accreditation (if applicable)

The Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business (AACSB)

Eligibility to enroll

Successful admission into the program.

State licensure requirements

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Anesthesiologist Assistant

Degree

Anesthesia, M.S.

Current program details

Location requirements

Primarily ÐÔÊӽ紫ý on-campus enrollment

Overview

To become certified, Anesthesiologist Assistants must:

  1. Obtain an anesthesia-related master’s degree from a program accredited by the Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs (CAAHEP).
  2. Pass a national certifying exam administered by the National Commission for Certification of Anesthesiologist Assistants (NCCAA).
  3. Meet minimum standards for clinical hours, types of anesthetics and surgical procedures, and clinical procedures as specified by the National Commission for Certification of Anesthesiologist Assistants (NCCAA).

Upon receipt of certification, graduates can apply for licensing in states where CAA's can practice.

The purpose of the National Commission for Certification of Anesthesiologist Assistants (NCCAA) includes ensuring that Certified Anesthesiologist Assistants (CAAs) have the necessary knowledge and skills to practice safely and effectively. For entry level CAAs, the NCCAA verifies academic qualifications with each academic program for certification eligibility and tests knowledge by using a Certification exam. As a prerequisite for certification eligibility and to maintain and protect the strength of the CAA credential, the NCCAA collects a record of clinical experience from student anesthesiologist assistants (SAAs) to verify entry-level clinical standards are met for new CAAs. Clinical hours and experiences are self-reported to the NCCAA via a digital mobile application. The clinical experience record is verified with academic institutions and reviewed to determine certification eligibility. SAAs are required to complete education and clinical training minimums prior to becoming eligible for board certification by examination.

Program director

Lance Carter

Program specialized accreditation (if applicable)

Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs (CAAHEP)

Eligibility to enroll

Students enrolled in one or more online course without a local address in Missouri on or after July 1, 2024, may not enroll in a licensure or certification program for which the program does not satisfy the educational requirements for employment in an occupation for which the program prepares students, in the state in which the student is located, unless the student attests that they plan to seek employment after graduating in a state in which the program does satisfy the educational requirements for employment in an occupation for which the program prepares students.

State licensure requirements

Anesthesia practices in the states not linked below do not employ Certified Anesthesiologist Assistants (CAA) as part of their anesthesia care team. CAAs in those states cannot be licensed.

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Architect

Degree

Architecture, Bachelor of Architecture (B.Arch)

Current program details

Location requirements

Primarily ÐÔÊӽ紫ý on-campus enrollment.

Overview

There are typically three main steps to becoming a licensed architect: completing a bachelor’s degree in architecture, gaining relevant experience through a paid internship and passing the Architect Registration Examination.

Program director

Micheal Frisch

Program specialized accreditation (if applicable)

National Architectural Accrediting Board (NAAB)

Eligibility to enroll

Successful admission into the program.

State licensure requirements

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Clinical Psychologist

Degree

Psychology, Ph.D. (Clinical emphasis)

Current program details

Location requirements

Primarily ÐÔÊӽ紫ý on-campus enrollment

Overview

All states require a license to practice as a clinical psychologist, although the process to obtain licensure may vary between them. Initially, you’ll need to earn your doctoral degree that includes supervised predoctoral practicum hours and a predoctoral internship. Additional requirements include: In addition to the educational requirements for the doctoral degree, many states require post-doctoral professional experience and other requirements after the degree is earned.

Program director

Johanna Nilsson

Program specialized accreditation (if applicable)

American Psychological Association

Eligibility to enroll

Students enrolled in one or more online course without a local address in Missouri on or after July 1, 2024, may not enroll in a licensure or certification program for which the program does not satisfy the educational requirements for employment in an occupation for which the program prepares students, in the state in which the student is located, unless the student attests that they plan to seek employment after graduating in a state in which the program does satisfy the educational requirements for employment in an occupation for which the program prepares students.

State licensing requirements

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Counselor

Degree

Counseling, M.A.

Current program details

Location requirements

Primarily ÐÔÊӽ紫ý on-campus enrollment

Overview

Graduates holding this degree will gain the basic understanding and skills necessary for professional practice as a licensed professional counselor. Licensure as a professional counselor is required for independent practice as a professional counselor. Applying for licensure requires completing an application for licensure, successfully passing the state required counseling exam (e.g., National Counselor Exam), and completion of post-graduate supervised hours. In some states additional requirements may be needed for full licensure. There are other related licenses available (e.g., Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, Alcohol and Drug Counselor). Students may be interested in pursuing these additional career paths, but the ÐÔÊӽ紫ý M.A. Program curriculum does not meet the criteria for these licensures.

Program director

LaVerne Berkel

Program specialized accreditation (if applicable)

Master's in Psychology and Counseling Accreditation Council

Eligibility to enroll

Students enrolled in one or more online course without a local address in Missouri on or after July 1, 2024, may not enroll in a licensure or certification program for which the program does not satisfy the educational requirements for employment in an occupation for which the program prepares students, in the state in which the student is located, unless the student attests that they plan to seek employment after graduating in a state in which the program does satisfy the educational requirements for employment in an occupation for which the program prepares students.

State licensure requirements

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Counselor — School

Degree

Counseling, M.A. (School Counseling emphasis)

Current program details

Location requirements

Primarily ÐÔÊӽ紫ý on-campus enrollment

Overview

Graduates holding the ÐÔÊӽ紫ý M.A. Counseling degree with an emphasis in School Counseling will acquire the basic knowledge and skills necessary for professional practice as a certified school counselor. Consult individual states for information on when a license is required to practice as a school counselor.

Program director

Marvalee Collins

Program specialized accreditation (if applicable)

Master's in Psychology and Counseling Accreditation Council and the Missouri Department of Elementary and Secondary Education

Eligibility to enroll

Students enrolled in one or more online course without a local address in Missouri on or after July 1, 2024, may not enroll in a licensure or certification program for which the program does not satisfy the educational requirements for employment in an occupation for which the program prepares students, in the state in which the student is located, unless the student attests that they plan to seek employment after graduating in a state in which the program does satisfy the educational requirements for employment in an occupation for which the program prepares students.

State licensing requirements

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Dentist or Dental Hygienist

Degrees

  • Dental Surgery, DDS
  • Dental Hygiene, B.S.

Current program details

Location requirements

ÐÔÊӽ紫ý on-campus enrollment

Overview

DDS program: The DDS program is accredited by the Commission on Dental Accreditation (CODA) and if successfully completed, meets the educational requirements for dental licensure in each state.

Dental Hygiene program: Dental hygiene is a profession that requires a license to practice as a Registered Dental Hygienist (RDH). Licensure is a means of protecting the health of the public and ensuring critical standards of practice. Licensure is granted by each individual state, and dental hygienists practice in accordance with requirements set by the practice acts of each state. While the process may differ slightly depending on where you live, virtually every state follows a similar set of steps that lead to licensure. Educational requirements are met by an accredited dental hygiene program.

Program director

  • DDS program: Liz Kaz
  • Dental Hygiene program: Tanya Mitchell

Program specialized accreditation (if applicable)

American Dental Association, Commission on Dental Accreditation (CODA)

Eligibility to enroll

Successful admission into the program.

State licensure requirements

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Educator/Teacher

Degrees

  • Early Childhood Educator, B.A.
  • Elementary Education, B.A.
  • Elementary Education, B.A. (Special Education Emphasis)
  • Language and Literacy, EdSp and M.A.
  • Master of Arts in Teaching, MAT
  • Curriculum and Instruction, M.A. (Teaching English as a Second Language Emphasis)

Current program details

  • Language and Literacy,  and
  •  (Teaching English as a Second Language Emphasis)

Location requirements

Primarily ÐÔÊӽ紫ý on-campus enrollment with the exception of the Language and Literacy, EdSp and M.A. programs, which are fully online.

Overview

BA and MAT programs: ÐÔÊӽ紫ý’s teacher preparation program is approved by the Missouri Department of Elementary and Secondary Education (DESE) and holds accreditation with the Council for the Accreditation of Education Preparation (CAEP). Students who complete one of our teacher preparation programs are highly recommended to apply for Missouri’s initial certification whether one plans to reside in Missouri or not. Regulations for each state provide licensing options to guarantee access to start who hold a valid initial license from the state a student completed an approved preparation program, and some require licensure in hand from the state in which the teacher preparation program was completed.

ÐÔÊӽ紫ý’s B.A. programs lead to licensure as an Early Childhood Educator an Elementary Educator, or as an educator in Mild/Moderate: Cross-Categorial Special Education. The Master of Arts in Teaching is considered an alternative pathway to certification in the state of Missouri, where content knowledge is demonstrated by earning of Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution and passing of state content assessment relevant to the certification being sought (see MO CSR 20-400.530-550).

Language and Literacy EdSp and MA programs: Students completing M.A. or Ed.S. degrees in Language & Literacy can qualify for a special reading add-on endorsement in the state of Missouri by completing required courses as part of their degree, provided that they hold an initial teacher certification in Missouri and meet all other endorsement requirements. See MO CSR 20-400.600.

Curriculum and Instruction MA program (TESL Emphasis: Students completing an M.A. in Curriculum and Instruction with an emphasis in Teaching English for Speakers of Other Languages can qualify for an English language learning (K-12) add-on endorsement in the state of Missouri by completing required courses as part of their degree, provided that they hold an initial teacher certification in Missouri and meet all other endorsement requirements. See MO CSR 20-400.600. Completing endorsement coursework requires credit hours in excess of the standard MA in Curriculum and Instruction degree.

Program director

  • Brad Martens (for licensure questions)
  • Jennifer Waddell (Director of Teacher Education; for questions about B.A. and MAT degrees)
  • Candace Schlein (Chair; for questions about Language and Literacy and English Language Learners)

Program specialized accreditation (if applicable)

Missouri Department of Elementary and Secondary Education. The B.A. and MAT programs are accredited by the Council for the Accreditation of Educator Preparation.

Eligibility to enroll

Students enrolled in one or more online course without a local address in Missouri on or after July 1, 2024, may not enroll in a licensure or certification program for which the program does not satisfy the educational requirements for employment in an occupation for which the program prepares students, in the state in which the student is located, unless the student attests that they plan to seek employment after graduating in a state in which the program does satisfy the educational requirements for employment in an occupation for which the program prepares students.

State licensure requirements

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Engineer

Degree

  • Civil Engineering, B.S.
  • Mechanical Engineering, B.S.
  • Biomedical Engineering, B.S.
  • Electrical Computer Engineering, B.S.

Current program details

Location requirements

Primarily ÐÔÊӽ紫ý on-campus enrollment.

Overview

State licensure as a Professional Engineer (PE) is not required to work in the field of engineering. However, some employment opportunities may require a PE license.

Program director

Coming soon.

Program specialized accreditation (if applicable)

Accreditation Board for Engineering and Technology (ABET), Engineering Accreditation Commission

Eligibility to enroll

Successful admission into the program.

State licensure requirements

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Lawyer

Degree

Law, Juris Doctor (J.D.)

Current program details

Location requirements

Primarily ÐÔÊӽ紫ý on-campus enrollment

Overview

The ÐÔÊӽ紫ý School of Law is accredited by the American Bar Association and is a member of the Association of American Law Schools. Graduates of the program meet the educational requirements to sit for the Bar Exam.

Program director

Program specialized accreditation (if applicable): American Bar Association (ABA)

Eligibility to enroll

Successful admission into the program.

State licensure requirements

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Music Therapist

Degrees

  • Music Therapy, B.A.
  • Music: Music Therapy emphasis, M.A.

Current program details

Location requirements

Primarily ÐÔÊӽ紫ý on-campus enrollment

Overview

Graduates holding this degree (either BA or MA) will gain the basic understanding and skills necessary for the board certification exam (national exam) to practice as a professional music therapist.

Program director

Amy Robertson

Program specialized accreditation (if applicable)

Meets American Music Therapy Association criteria

Eligibility to enroll

Successful admission into the program.

State licensure requirements

States not listed do not have requirements for licensure.

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Nurse/Advanced Nurse

Degrees

  • Nursing, BSN
  • Nursing, MSN
  • Nursing, Advanced Practice Graduate Certificates
  • Nursing, DNP

Current program details

Location requirements

The BSN program is campus-based. The Graduate Certificates, MSN and DNP programs are blended (online and on-campus) or fully online, depending on the program.

Overview

BSN program: Graduation with a BSN degree does not guarantee licensure. Students must successfully complete the NCLEX exam and apply for licensure with their state’s Board of Nursing to obtain a license as a registered nurse.

Graduate Certificates, MSN and DNP programs:

Graduates of Acute Care Pediatric Nurse Practitioner (,  or ) and Pediatric Nurse Practitioner (, or ) programs will be prepared to take the certification test to be a Pediatric Nurse Practitioner from the Pediatric Nursing Certification Board (PNCB).

Graduates of Adult-Gerontology Nurse Practitioner (, or ) programs meet the educational requirements to be eligible for the AGNP national certification exam, through the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC) or the American Association of Nurse Practitioners (AANP).

Graduates of the Family Nurse Practitioner (,  or ) programs meet the educational requirements to be eligible for the FNP national certification exam, through the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC) or the American Association of Nurse Practitioners (AANP).

Graduates of Neonatal Nurse Practitioner ( or ) programs meet the educational requirements to be eligible for the NNP National Certification exam (NCC).

Graduates of Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (,  or ) programs are prepared and eligible to sit for national certification as a PMHNP by the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC). Most states require certification from ANCC and often require collaboration with a psychiatrist for prescriptive practice. 

Graduates of Women's Health Nurse Practitioner (,  or ) programs are prepared for successful completion of the WHNP National Certification exam (NCC). 

Graduates of Nurse Educator ( or ) programs meet the educational requirements to be eligible for the National League for Nursing (NLN) Certified Nurse Educator (CNE) Certification exam.

Program directors:

  • Graduate Certificates and MSN program director: Nancy Willis-Smith
  • DNP program director: Cheri Barber
  • BSN program director: Michelle Birdashaw

Program specialized accreditation (if applicable)

Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (CCNE)

Eligibility to enroll

BSN program: Successful admission into the program.

Graduate Certificates, MSN and DNP programs: The U.S. Department of Education requires direct disclosures of professional licensure or certification information to students based on their locations. ÐÔÊӽ紫ý will notify students residing in states below that have been evaluated to have licensing requirements beyond the ÐÔÊӽ紫ý program requirements.

State licensing requirements

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Physician

Degree

Medicine, M.D.

Current program details

Location requirements

Primarily ÐÔÊӽ紫ý on-campus enrollment

Overview

M.D. licensure is regulated by individual states by each state's medical board. Predetermined qualifications include graduation from medical school, postgraduate training (residency) and passage of comprehensive national medical licensing exams. State boards will also assess an applicant's work history as well as their mental, moral and physical fitness to safely practice medicine. Several state boards utilize the uniform application, which can be found .

Program director

Coming soon.

Program specialized accreditation (if applicable)

Liaison Committee on Medical Education (LCME)

Eligibility to enroll

Successful admission into the program.

State licensing requirements

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Physician Assistant

Degrees

Physician Assistant, MMS

Current program details

Location requirements

Primarily ÐÔÊӽ紫ý on-campus enrollment

Overview

Individuals need to get licensed in the state(s) in which they want to practice. All states require that PAs graduate from an accredited PA program and pass the Physician Assistant National Certifying Examination (PANCE).

Program director

Eric Johnson, MS, PA-C

Program specialized accreditation (if applicable)

Accreditation Review Commission on Education for the Physician Assistant (ARC-PA)

Eligibility to enroll

Successful admission into the program.

State licensure requirements

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Pharmacist

Degree

Pharmacy, Pharm.D.

Current program details

Location requirements

Primarily ÐÔÊӽ紫ý on-campus enrollment

Overview

Graduates of the program take the North American Pharmacist Licensure Examination® (NAPLEX®). After passing the exam, they can then practice as a generalist pharmacist in a wide array of health-care settings or complete post-graduate residency, fellowship or Ph.D. training.

Program specialized accreditation (if applicable)

Accreditation Council for Pharmacy Education (ACPE)

Eligibility to enroll

Successful admission into the program.

State licensing requirements

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School Leader

Degree

  • Educational Administration, EdSp and M.A. (School [PK-12] Administration Emphasis)

Current program details

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Location requirements

Primarily ÐÔÊӽ紫ý on-campus enrollment

Overview

ÐÔÊӽ紫ý’s school leader preparation program is approved by the Missouri Department of Elementary and Secondary Education (DESE). Students who complete one of our school leader preparation programs are highly recommended to apply for Missouri’s certification whether one plans to reside in Missouri or not. Regulations for each state provide licensing options to guarantee access to start who hold a valid license from the state a student completed an approved preparation program, and some require licensure in hand from the state in which the school leader preparation program was completed.

Program director

  • Brad Martens (for licensure questions)
  • Hubert Gordon

Program specialized accreditation (if applicable)

Missouri Department of Elementary and Secondary Education

Eligibility to enroll

Successful admission into program

State licensure requirements

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Social Worker

Degree

Social Work, Master of Social Work (MSW)

Current Program Details

Overview

Licensing across the U.S. for social workers requires a BSW or MSW from a Council on Social Work Education (CSWE) accredited program. A social work degree from ÐÔÊӽ紫ý meets this requirement; therefore, a social work degree obtained from ÐÔÊӽ紫ý will meet the initial licensing requirements for all 50 states. Each state has additional requirements, including an exam and post-graduate professional experience for LCSW licensure. There is a national exam through the Association of Social Work Boards, but not all states have adopted this.  

Program Director

Amy Simmons

Program Specialized Accreditation (if applicable)

Council on Social Work Education (CSWE)

Eligibility to enroll

Successful admission into program

State licensing requirements

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