Licensure and Certification Information
Educational institutions are required by law to inform students about whether or not the education they receive will be sufficient to sit for licensure or certification exams in each state. The information below lists each FSCJ program that could lead to licensure or certification, and which states accept the FSCJ program to sit for exams. It is important to note, however, that licensure and certification requirements in some states may require more than just the appropriate education before sitting for exams. For example, some states require experience, additional training or coursework obtained in their state specifically, or additional state exams. It is important to find out all the requirements needed to obtain licensure or certification in the state to which you wish to relocate. If you have additional questions, please contact the Program Manager or Dean for your program.
Bachelor Programs (1 programs)
- States accepting FSCJ program for exam eligibility
- Florida Only
- Eligible exam(s)
- Florida Educator Certification Exams: General Knowledge, Professional Education, and Age 3 through Grade 3
- Additional notes
- Many states have reciprocity with some specific state requirements. Teachers may also seek National Board Certification.
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Associate in Science Programs (17 programs)
- States accepting FSCJ program for exam eligibility
- All states
- Eligible exam(s)
- FFA Airframe and Powerplant (A&P) Mechanic Certification
- Additional notes
- This national certification is standardized across the US and governed by the FAA.
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- States accepting FSCJ program for exam eligibility
- All states
- Eligible exam(s)
- Registered Cardiac Sonographer (RCS)/Registered Diagnostic Cardiac Sonographer (RDCS) -OR-Registered Cardiac Invasive Specialist (RCIS)
- Additional notes
- Licensure for RCS/RDCS professionals is required in NH, NM, ND, OR. RCIS licensure is required in NH, WA. Limited RCIS licensure rules are in place for AR, DE, SC, TX. While not mandatory in all states, licensure is required by many employers.
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- States accepting FSCJ program for exam eligibility
- All states except CA, DE, DC, NE, NY, WA
- Eligible exam(s)
- National Board Dental Hygiene Examination (NBDHE) offered through JCNDE
- Additional notes
- While the FSCJ program meets the educational requirement for most states, several states also require experience before being able to sit for exams.
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- States accepting FSCJ program for exam eligibility
- All states except MN, OH
- Eligible exam(s)
- National Board Examination (NBE)
- Additional notes
- Ohio and Minnesota require a bachelor’s degree.
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- States accepting FSCJ program for exam eligibility
- All states
- Eligible exam(s)
- RHIT National Exam
- Additional notes
- No state mandates certification to work in the field of HIT. However, many healthcare organizations require the national RHIT exam.
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- States accepting FSCJ program for exam eligibility
- All states
- Eligible exam(s)
- ASCP Histotechnician (HT) Certification Exam
- Additional notes
- Florida requires licensure; however, most states do not.
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- States accepting FSCJ program for exam eligibility
- All states
- Eligible exam(s)
- National Council for Interior Design Qualification (NCIDQ) Exam
- Additional notes
- All graduates are eligible to take the first part of the NCIDQ exam; however, experience is required for other parts. Twenty-three states do not require licensure. Several states do not allow the use of the term "certified" unless licensed.
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- States accepting FSCJ program for exam eligibility
- All states
- Eligible exam(s)
- Certified Paralegal Exam
- Additional notes
- Currently, no state except California requires certification for any paralegal. However, many employers require certification.
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- States accepting FSCJ program for exam eligibility
- All States
- Eligible exam(s)
- ASCP Medical Laboratory Technician Certification Exam, and the AAB Medical Technologist Certification Exam
- Additional notes
- Florida, California, Hawaii, Louisiana, Montana, Nevada, New York, North Dakota, Rhode Island, Tennessee, West Virginia, and Puerto Rico require a license. All states and territories accept the ASCP credential, and several recognize the AAB exam.
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- States accepting FSCJ program for exam eligibility
- All states
- Eligible exam(s)
- National Council Licensure Examination (NCLEX-RN)
- Additional notes
- National exam. All states require licensure. Can apply for a multistate license through NCSBN.
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- States accepting FSCJ program for exam eligibility
- All states
- Eligible exam(s)
- National Board for Certification in Occupational Therapy (NBCOT)
- Additional notes
- National exam. All states require licensure.
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- States accepting FSCJ program for exam eligibility
- All states
- Eligible exam(s)
- National Physical Therapy Exam (NPTE)
- Additional notes
- National exam. All states require licensure.
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- States accepting FSCJ program for exam eligibility
- All states
- Eligible exam(s)
- National FAA Pilot Certificate
- Additional notes
- National certification. Pilots are certified by the Federal Aviation Administration.
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- States accepting FSCJ program for exam eligibility
- All states
- Eligible exam(s)
- Therapist Multiple-Choice (TMC) Examination and the Clinical Simulation Examination (CSE)*
- Additional notes
- All states except Alaska require licensure. Apply for the CRT and/or RRT credentials through the National Board for Respiratory Care (NBRC). *Eligible to take CSE with high score on TMC.
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- States accepting FSCJ program for exam eligibility
- All states except MD
- Eligible exam(s)
- Nationally-recognized American Registry of Radiologic Technologists Exam
- Additional notes
- All states require ARRT certification and state licensure.
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- States accepting FSCJ program for exam eligibility
- All states
- Eligible exam(s)
- Nationally-recognized American Registry of Radiologic Technologists Exam
- Additional notes
- All states require licensure, although specific requirements vary.
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- States accepting FSCJ program for exam eligibility
- All states
- Eligible exam(s)
- National Certified Surgical Technologist (CST) Exam
- Additional notes
- Several states require CST certification to work as a surgical technologist or surgical assistant. Licensure can be obtained through the NBSTSA.
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Technical Certificates (4 programs)
- States accepting FSCJ program for exam eligibility
- All states
- Eligible exam(s)
- National Registry EMT
- Additional notes
- National exam
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- States accepting FSCJ program for exam eligibility
- All states
- Eligible exam(s)
- The PACE or PCCE National Exam offered by NFPA
- Additional notes
- CA is the only state with strict regulations for paralegal certification; however, certification is recommended and often required by companies.
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- States accepting FSCJ program for exam eligibility
- All states
- Eligible exam(s)
- National Registry for Emergency Medical Technicians (NREMT) Exam
- Additional notes
- All states require certification and licensure. The NREMT is nationally recognized for certification, and 46 states use the NREMT certification for licensure.
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- States accepting FSCJ program for exam eligibility
- All states except MD
- Eligible exam(s)
- American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) Radiation Therapy Exam
- Additional notes
- Some, but not all, states require certification and registration through ARRT before obtaining a state license.
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Career Certificate Programs (14 programs)
- States accepting FSCJ program for exam eligibility
- All states
- Eligible exam(s)
- Areas B2 through B5 of the Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) Exam
- Additional notes
- iCAR certification is national but one year of experience is required to sit for exams.
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- States accepting FSCJ program for exam eligibility
- All states
- Eligible exam(s)
- Class A Commercial Truck Driver’s License
- Additional notes
- The highest level of commercial driver's license, allowing holders to drive vehicles weighing more than 26,000 pounds.
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- States accepting FSCJ program for exam eligibility
- Florida only
- Eligible exam(s)
- Florida State Officer Certification Examination
- Additional notes
- All states accept the FSCJ program to meet educational requirements but require their own training.
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- States accepting FSCJ program for exam eligibility
- Accepted in AL, AK, AZ, FL, IL, KY, MA, MN, MS, NJ, ND, OR, PA, SC, TX, VA, WA, WI
- Eligible exam(s)
- Cosmetology Exam
- Additional notes
- In Florida, the Cosmetology exam is given by the Florida State Board of Cosmetology, then students obtain a license through the Department of Business and Professional Regulation. The FSCJ Program is too short to meet requirements in many states.
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- States accepting FSCJ program for exam eligibility
- All states except CA
- Eligible exam(s)
- Dental Assisting National Board (DANB) Exam
- Additional notes
- Meets education requirements for all states except CA
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- States accepting FSCJ program for exam eligibility
- Florida only
- Eligible exam(s)
- Certified Electrical Contractor Exam
- Additional notes
- The licensing requirements vary in each state. Floridians can become licensed statewide or by jurisdiction through the Department of Business and Professional Regulation.
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- States accepting FSCJ program for exam eligibility
- Accepted in AL, AZ, AR, CA, DC, FL, IL, KS, LA, MS, MT, NV, PA, SC, WA
- Eligible exam(s)
- FCG Exit Exam
- Additional notes
- Florida students register with the Florida Department of Business and Professional Regulation. Many states require more hours than the 220-hour FSCJ program.
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- States accepting FSCJ program for exam eligibility
- Florida only
- Eligible exam(s)
- State Written and Practical Firefighter Exams
- Additional notes
- Each state requires its own training academy.
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- States accepting FSCJ program for exam eligibility
- All states
- Eligible exam(s)
- Certification Exams through NATE or HVAC Excellence
- Additional notes
- Requirements vary by state. In Florida, Independent HVAC/R contractors in must obtain a permit from the Department of Business and Professional Regulation. Technicians working under a licensed contractor do not need certification but can increase salary potential if certified.
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- States accepting FSCJ program for exam eligibility
- All states
- Eligible exam(s)
- Registered Medical Assistant (RMA), Certified Phlebotomy Technician (CPT), and Certified EKG Technician (CET) exams
- Additional notes
- National Certifications offered through American Medical Technologists and National Healthcareer Association
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- States accepting FSCJ program for exam eligibility
- All states
- Eligible exam(s)
- National Registry for Emergency Medical Technicians (NREMT) exam
- Additional notes
- All states require certification and licensure. The NREMT is nationally recognized for certification, and 46 states use the NREMT certification for licensure.
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- States accepting FSCJ program for exam eligibility
- All states
- Eligible exam(s)
- National Council Licensure Examination for Practical Nursing (NCLEX-PN)
- Additional notes
- National exam. All states require licensure.
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- States accepting FSCJ program for exam eligibility
- All states
- Eligible exam(s)
- National Certified Pharmacy Technician (CPhT) Exam
- Additional notes
- National certification is not required but allows a person to work in any state. The CPhT exam is offered by PTCB.
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- States accepting FSCJ program for exam eligibility
- All states
- Eligible exam(s)
- Practical Welding Certificate Exams
- Additional notes
- Some states require welders to apply for a state or city license. Getting licensed through the American Welding Society increases salary potential.
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