PROFESSIONAL LICENSURE DISCLOSURES
Franciscan University of Steubenville (FUS) offers multiple programs designed to lead to licensure or certification in the state of Ohio. This means that, when a student graduates from a licensure program at Franciscan University of Steubenville (FUS), he or she has the minimum educational qualifications to apply for Ohio licensure. For other U.S. states and territories, this may or may not be the case, as educational requirements vary from state to state and are subject to change.
Licensure boards in each state are responsible for establishing the requirements for licensure/certification for their state. These state professional licensing boards make the ultimate decision as to whether an individual will be eligible for licensure based on the rules and regulations in place at the time the individual submits their application for licensure.
It is highly recommended that students who are not Ohio residents or who plan to seek licensure or certification outside the state of Ohio contact the appropriate licensing agency or board before enrolling in an academic program designed to lead to licensure or certification and discuss their plans with an advisor. Program advisors can assist prospective students with these determinations.
Students who intend to return or move to any state other than Ohio need to review the professional licensure disclosures pertaining to their program and consult with the state professional licensing board. For more information on Professional Licensure, visit the NC-SARA Professional Licensure Resource website for a detailed discussion of what students should consider in licensure programs as well as access to the NC-SARA Professional Licensure Directory.
ACCREDITATION STATEMENT
Franciscan University of Steubenville is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission (HLC), an independent corporation that was founded in 1895 as one of six regional institutional accreditors in the United States. Many individual programs have additional specific accreditations.
STATE AUTHORIZATION
State Authorization refers to federal, state, and professional licensing board regulations that impact online education offered across state lines. Compliance with these regulations ensures that a degree from Franciscan University of Steubenville (FUS) will be recognized. However, the requirements for licensure vary from state to state. FUS is a member of the National Council for State Authorization Reciprocity Agreement (NC-SARA) which allows us to provide distance learning programs (both online and in the form of supervised field experiences) and coursework to residents of states other than Ohio. NC-SARA membership, however, does not grant reciprocity or exempt us from state professional licensing requirements. As a result, licensing requirements in Ohio may not be recognized as sufficient to obtain a license in any other state.
State authorization refers to state, federal, and professional licensing board regulations that effect where institutions of higher education can operate. Each state regulates the offerings of post-secondary education institutions. These requirements vary from state to state and affect online programs, on-ground education, and programs that lead to licensure or certification in a professional field. Requiring state authorization of distance education and licensure programs guarantees that students are protected as consumers. In addition, disclosure requirements ensure that a prospective student knows whether a program meets educational requirements for licensure in each state before enrolling.
As a student, it is your responsibility to notify program advisors if you are planning to move to another state. Program advisors will work with you to determine if the program you are enrolled in meets state educational requirements for licensure. Students should also research the appropriate licensing agency in the state where they intend to work to verify the most up-to-date licensure requirements.
RELOCATION
Should a student relocate during the course of a program to another state, it may impact the student’s ability to remain in the program, meet the state licensure requirements, and/or continue to receive financial aid funding. Prior to considering relocation, please contact your program chair to discuss authorization and licensure eligibility requirements.
INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS
Prior to enrolling in any program at Franciscan University of Steubenville, prospective students living and/or working outside of the United States should confirm with the appropriate certifying agency whether successful completion of any degree program at Franciscan University of Steubenville will meet the credentialing requirements of the country in which they intend to seek employment, as to certain types of employment or for advanced/specialized educational programs.
PROFESSIONAL LICENSURE REQUIREMENTS
The curriculum for professional programs leading to licensure at Franciscan University of Steubenville have been designed to meet the licensure/certification requirements in Ohio as well as preparing students to apply for licensure exams in the State of Ohio. The licensure boards in each state are responsible for establishing the requirements for licensure/certification for their state. Students who intend to return or move to any state other than Ohio need to review the professional licensure disclosures pertaining to their program and consult with the state professional licensing board. The state professional licensing boards make the ultimate decision as to whether or not an individual will be eligible for licensure based on the rules and regulations in place at the time the individual submits their application for licensure.
Franciscan University of Steubenville shall not be held liable if the student is unable to qualify for licensure or certification in any jurisdiction or cannot obtain a practicum/internship location since all situations are unique and requirements may change.
See the list below of professional licensure programs offered at Franciscan University of Steubenville for specific information.