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STATE AUTHORIZATION & LICENSURE
Saint Joseph’s College of Maine has been approved to participate in the National Council for State Authorization Reciprocity Agreements.
State Authorization
The National Council for State Authorization Reciprocity Agreement (NC-SARA) is an agreement among member states, districts and territories that establishes comparable national standards for interstate offering of post-secondary distance education courses and programs. It is intended to make it easier for students to take online courses offered by post-secondary institutions based in another state. SARA is overseen by a National Council and administered by four regional education compacts. For further information, please visit the National Council for State Authorization Reciprocity Agreements (NC-SARA).
State authorization is a combination of federal, state and professional licensing board regulations which impact in-person and online education offered across state lines within the United States Compliance with these regulation assures that a Saint Joseph’s College of Maine degree will be recognized and that a graduate will be eligible for licensure outside of the State of Maine.
Professional Licensure/Responsibility of Students
To better inform current and prospective students and to comply with federal disclosure requirements, Saint Joseph’s College (“SJC”) provides information regarding whether completion of a program leading to licensure or certificate meets or does not meet educational requirements in each US state, territory, and district (collectively, “States”). Please note that educational prerequisites to licensure can vary considerably by state and determination.
Students should review the specific academic requirements for the program in which they are enrolling, including those related to practicums/internships, as well as review any pre-qualifications for licensure (such as the need for a criminal background check). SJC highly recommends that students contact 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 is intended to result in licensure and prior to beginning any internship/practicum. Many licensure boards require more than successful degree completion to obtain a license. Please be advised that state laws, regulations, and policies may change at any time. Changes in requirements can impact the program’s ability to meet education requirements for licensure. It is the responsibility of the student completing the licensure program to check with the licensing board(s) in their state of residence or in the state in which they intend to obtain a license for the most recent information and requirements. SJC 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.
Links to SJC Programs Professional Licensure Disclosures
Relocation
Relocating during the course of a program to another state may impact if the student can remain in the program, meet the state licensure requirements, and/or continue to receive financial aid funding. Prior to considering relocation, please contact your academic advisor and/or program director to discuss authorization and licensure eligibility requirements.
Consumer Grievance Information
The following are links to consumer information notices and disclosures provided in accordance with the Higher Education Opportunity Act with the reauthorized Higher Education Act of 1965, as amended.
Saint Joseph’s College is authorized or exempted from authorization in all 50 states. Please read state-specific disclosure language below.
NC-SARA Information
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