Bachelor of Science in Long-Term Care - Assisted Living : State Licensure

The SJC BS in Long Term Care Administration program are accredited by the National Association of Long Term Care Administraion Boards (NAB) which administers the national exam.  The steps to get started to obtain your NHA, RCLA, or HCBS license can be found here. In addition, courses in SJC’s BS in Long Term Care Administration program may be counted toward the continuing education requirements for Health Services Executive (HSE) though NAB and for the credential supported by CHiME University.

Background Check Information

Students seeking careers in certain fields, including those that require licensure or certification, may be required to undergo a background check in order: to be licensed, certified or otherwise professionally qualified to enter fields of professional activity; to-participate in internships, practicums, field experiences, clinical experiences or other activities relevant to completing professional training; to engage in professional development; or to graduate from a particular program of study. Certain employers may also require a background check.

Background checks may include, but not be limited to, the following:

• Verification of educational history, including degrees earned.
• Review of criminal history, including convictions, deferred adjudications, judgments, and pending criminal charges involving felonies, Class A, Class B, and Class C violations or other criminal history.
• Social Security Number verification.
• Sex Offender Registry search.

Having a notable history, depending on the exact circumstances, may not necessarily prevent you from earning a degree in your chosen field or the other ways noted above; however, individuals concerned about how their background may impact their ability to graduate or be successful in other educational or professional experience should consult with the relevant administrator in their program of study, and/or with their academic advisor, and/or with the board of professional licensure in the state in which they plan to practice professionally.

As you progress in your academic program, you are encouraged to maintain honest, accurate and forthcoming communication with your advisor, be prepared to share appropriate information on any application(s) and discuss any relevant concerns in your interviews.