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License and Certification Disclosure

FSCJ programs are designed to meet local and national workforce needs. If you are considering employment in a state other than Florida, please check this list to ensure the program curriculum meets the educational requirements to sit for licensure or certification testing in that state.

The table is updated once per year. Students are advised to review the local and state licensure and certification guidelines before relocating.

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.

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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.
Resources
  • fldoe.org/teaching/certification (opens in a new tab)
  • fldoe.org/accountability/assessments/postsecondary-assessment/ftce (opens in a new tab)
  • nbpts.org (opens in a new tab)

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.
Resources
  • faa.gov/mechanics (opens in a new tab)

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.
Resources
  • cci-online.org (opens in a new tab)
  • ardms.org (opens in a new tab)

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.
Resources
  • aadbdentalboards.org/state-dental-board-list (opens in a new tab)
  • jcnde.ada.org (opens in a new tab)

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.
Resources
  • theconferenceonline.org/licensing-requirements (opens in a new tab)
  • nfda.org/careers/licensing-requirements (opens in a new tab)

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.
Resources
  • ahima.org/certification-careers/certification-exams (opens in a new tab)

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.
Resources
  • ascp.org/content/board-of-certification/get-credentialed (opens in a new tab)

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.
Resources
  • cidq.org (opens in a new tab)
  • harborcompliance.com/interior-design-certification (opens in a new tab)

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.
Resources
  • nala.org/certification (opens in a new tab)

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.
Resources
  • ascp.org/content/board-of-certification/get-credentialed (opens in a new tab)
  • aab.org/aab/AAB_Board_of_Registry.asp (opens in a new tab)

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.
Resources
  • nclex.com (opens in a new tab)
  • nursecompact.com (opens in a new tab)

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.
Resources
  • aota.org/career/state-licensure (opens in a new tab)
  • otcompact.gov (opens in a new tab)
  • nbcot.org/certification (opens in a new tab)

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.
Resources
  • fsbpt.org (opens in a new tab)

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.
Resources
  • faa.gov/pilots/become (opens in a new tab)
  • fsbpt.org/Secondary-Pages/Licensees (opens in a new tab)
  • apta.org/your-practice/licensure (opens in a new tab)

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.
Resources
  • aarc.org/advocacy/state-advocacy/states-with-rrt-entry-to-licensure (opens in a new tab)
  • respiratorytherapistlicense.com/certification (opens in a new tab)

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.
Resources
  • arrt.org/pages/about-the-profession/state-licensing (opens in a new tab)

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.
Resources
  • asrt.org/main/standards-and-regulations/legislation-regulations-and-advocacy/states-that-regulate (opens in a new tab)
  • arrt.org/pages/about-the-profession/state-licensing (opens in a new tab)

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.
Resources
  • csaexam.com (opens in a new tab)
  • nbstsa.org/cst-certification (opens in a new tab)

Technical Certificates (4 programs)

States accepting FSCJ program for exam eligibility
All states
Eligible exam(s)
National Registry EMT
Additional notes
National exam
Resources
  • nremt.org/EMT/Certification (opens in a new tab)

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.
Resources
  • paralegals.org/page/paralegal-certification (opens in a new tab)
  • americanbar.org/groups/paralegals/blog/Certificate-Certified (opens in a new tab)

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.
Resources
  • floridahealth.gov/licensing-and-regulation/emt-paramedics (opens in a new tab)
  • nremt.org (opens in a new tab)

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.
Resources
  • arrt.org/pages/earn-arrt-credentials/credential-options/radiation-therapy (opens in a new tab)

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.
Resources
  • ase.com (opens in a new tab)
  • i-car.com (opens in a new tab)

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.
Resources
  • fmcsa.dot.gov/CDL (opens in a new tab)

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.
Resources
  • fdle.state.fl.us/CJSTC/Exam (opens in a new tab)

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.
Resources
  • beautyinsuranceplus.com/cosmetologist-state-requirements (opens in a new tab)
  • myfloridalicense.com/CheckListDetail.asp (opens in a new tab)

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
Resources
  • danb.org/state-requirements (opens in a new tab)

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.
Resources
  • housecallpro.com/electrical/licensing (opens in a new tab)
  • myfloridalicense.com/intentions2.asp (opens in a new tab)

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.
Resources
  • myfloridalicense.com/CheckListDetail.asp (opens in a new tab)
  • naturalhealers.com/esthetician/licensing (opens in a new tab)

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.
Resources
  • myfloridacfo.com/division/sfm/bfst/standards (opens in a new tab)

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.
Resources
  • nextinsurance.com/blog/hvac-license-requirements (opens in a new tab)
  • natex.org (opens in a new tab)
  • www2.myfloridalicense.com/construction-industry (opens in a new tab)

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
Resources
  • americanmedtech.org/certification/get-certified (opens in a new tab)
  • nhanow.com/get-certified (opens in a new tab)

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.
Resources
  • floridahealth.gov/licensing-and-regulation/emt-paramedics (opens in a new tab)
  • nremt.org (opens in a new tab)

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.
Resources
  • nclex.com (opens in a new tab)

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.
Resources
  • ptcb.org/i-want-to-be-a-cpht (opens in a new tab)

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.
Resources
  • aws.org/certification-and-education (opens in a new tab)

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