Professional Licensure Disclosure
Professional Licensure Notifications and Disclosures
Are you planning on pursuing professional licensure or certification in your field, outside of the Commonwealth of Kentucky? If yes, we strongly encourage you to contact the appropriate licensing board or agency where you are located to familiarize yourself with the state educational and other licensing requirements for the profession or occupation that you are interested in. Visit the for details on contact information.
Students who plan to pursue licensure or certification should be aware that requirements for professional licensure and certification can vary drastically by state, and these requirements are subject to change at any time. While an academic ÑÇÖÞɫͼ may originally meet the educational requirements for licensure, changes in requirements or laws could impact the ÑÇÖÞɫͼ’s ability to meet new educational requirements. Students should always check with their state licensure board to confirm licensure requirements.
All of ÑÇÖÞɫͼ State University’s licensure or certification track ÑÇÖÞɫͼs meet Commonwealth of Kentucky educational requirements for licensure or certification and/or prepare students to take a Kentucky licensing exam. Determination outside of Kentucky varies by ÑÇÖÞɫͼ. See the table below to search ÑÇÖÞɫͼ State University licensure track ÑÇÖÞɫͼ determinations by state.
ÑÇÖÞɫͼ State University faculty and staff will make a good faith effort to assist you in ascertaining the state requirements and any reciprocity agreements for a state outside of Kentucky. If you wish to return to your home state or move to another state after successful completion of your degree ÑÇÖÞɫͼ and/or obtaining your Kentucky State license/certification, you will be governed by the rules and regulations of the relevant state professional licensing board where you wish to practice.
Relocating during the course of a ÑÇÖÞɫͼ to another state may impact state licensure requirements, access to practicums and/or federal financial aid. Prior to considering relocation, please contact your ÑÇÖÞɫͼ to discuss the potential impact for your individual situation.
State Licensing Information by Degree Program
**The Accounting BAB/BSB ÑÇÖÞɫͼ is accredited by the Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business (AACSB International).
Program graduates meet the ÑÇÖÞɫͼ’s degree requirement for CPA licensure. However, most U.S. states and territories require a ÑÇÖÞɫͼ’s Degree and a total of 150 credit hours of education for full licensure. The Accounting BAB/BSB ÑÇÖÞɫͼ consists of 120 credit hours toward the 150 hour requirements for full licensure as a Certified Public Accountant in any state or U.S. Territory.
Students in states and territories not listed above must complete the 150 credit hours prior to applying to the uniform CPA exam. Additionally, each state may have requirements related to work experience, residency, ethics training, age, etc., for licensure/certification that can be found on the . The additional 30 credit hours are often completed through minors, certificate ÑÇÖÞɫͼs, graduate coursework (e.g., MBA), etc.
For detailed information on ÑÇÖÞɫͼs leading to certificates at ÑÇÖÞɫͼ State, please refer to the linked PDF. This document provides state-specific details, including whether our ÑÇÖÞɫͼs meet the educational requirements for each state, the relevant regulatory body and contact information for that agency.
Dietetics and Nutrition Information
DNP Family Practicioner Information
DNP Nurse Anesthestist Information
For detailed information on ÑÇÖÞɫͼs leading to certificates at ÑÇÖÞɫͼ State, please refer to the linked PDF. This document provides state-specific details, including whether our ÑÇÖÞɫͼs meet the educational requirements for each state, the relevant regulatory body and contact information for that agency.
Career and Technical Education Information
Clinical Mental Health Counseling Information
Elementary Education Information
Health and Physical Education Information
Human Services and Counseling Information
Interdisciplinary Early Childhood Education Information
Learning and Behavioral Disorders Information
For detailed information on ÑÇÖÞɫͼs leading to certificates at ÑÇÖÞɫͼ State, please refer to the linked PDF. This document provides state-specific details, including whether our ÑÇÖÞɫͼs meet the educational requirements for each state, the relevant regulatory body and contact information for that agency.
For detailed information on ÑÇÖÞɫͼs leading to certificates at ÑÇÖÞɫͼ State, please refer to the linked PDF. This document provides state-specific details, including whether our ÑÇÖÞɫͼs meet the educational requirements for each state, the relevant regulatory body and contact information for that agency.
Social Studies Certificate Information
For detailed information on ÑÇÖÞɫͼs leading to certificates at ÑÇÖÞɫͼ State, please refer to the linked PDF. This document provides state-specific details, including whether our ÑÇÖÞɫͼs meet the educational requirements for each state, the relevant regulatory body and contact information for that agency.
Biology Teaching Certificate Information
Chemistry Teaching Certificate Information
Earth and Environmental Sciences Teaching Certificate Information
Mathematics Teaching Certificate Information
Physics Teaching Certificate Information
Wildlife and Conservation Biology Teaching Certificate Information