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Professional Licensure Disclosures

Online Learning and State Authorization

Online students are working professionals, parents, veterans and active members of the military who are able to earn their degree while successfully balancing other responsibilities. We offer evening and online courses in a supportive environment, making higher education both accessible and attainable. Spalding currently offers 16 programs that can be completed in the online environment.

Spalding University is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges to award associate, baccalaureate, masters, and doctorate degrees. Spalding University also may offer credentials such as certificates and diplomas at approved degree levels. Spalding University is licensed to operate as an independent institution in Kentucky by the Kentucky Council on Post-Secondary Education (CPE).

State Authorization Reciprocity Agreement (SARA) seal

Spalding University participates in the State Authorization Reciprocity Agreements

Spalding University seeks to deliver all of our online programs in every state. We work through the State Authorization Reciprocity Agreement (SARA) process and with states directly to ensure that when authorization or licensure is necessary, required approvals are obtained.

SARA is a voluntary agreement that allows states and institutions to offer distance education in other participating states so long as the institution adheres to certain quality and consumer protection standards. More information on SARA can be found at nc-sara.org. Kentucky is a member of SARA and Spalding University is an approved SARA institution.

Bachelor of Science in Accounting

Spalding University has been approved to offer an online delivery format for this degree by the Kentucky Council of Post-Secondary Education (CPE) and the Southern Association of College and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSOC), and the State Authorization Reciprocity Agreement SARA. Spalding has been a member of SARA since 2017.

Spalding can offer this degree in an online degree delivery format to students residing in the following U.S. states and territories through the State Authorization Reciprocity Agreement (SARA): Alabama, Alaska, Arizona, Arkansas, Colorado, Connecticut, Delaware, District of Columbia, Florida, Georgia, Hawaii, Idaho, Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Kansas, Kentucky, Louisiana, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, Michigan, Minnesota, Mississippi, Missouri, Montana, Nebraska, Nevada, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New Mexico, New York, North Carolina, North Dakota, Ohio, Oklahoma, Oregon, Pennsylvania, Puerto Rico, Rhode Island, South Carolina, South Dakota, Tennessee, Texas, Utah, Vermont, Virginia, Washington, West Virginia, Wisconsin, Wyoming, and the U.S. Virgin Islands.

Spalding can also offer this degree in an online degree delivery format to students residing in the following U.S. territories, as it has been determined that the territory does not have any regulations or statutes that govern online education programs: Northern Mariana Islands, Micronesia.

Spalding cannot offer this degree in an online degree delivery format to students residing in California, the Marshall Islands, American Samoa, Guam and Palau. However, applicants may apply to an in-person or hybrid degree delivery format option for the degree, if offered.

Academic programs that prepare students for professional licensure are listed in the Professional Licensure section of this page. To determine if Spalding program meets the educational requirements for the applicant’s state or territory of residence, it is strongly recommended that applicants review the Licensure Disclosure for that program prior to applying.

Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges

SACSCOC StampSpalding University is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC) to award associate, baccalaureate, masters, and doctorate degrees. Spalding University also may offer credentials such as certificates and diplomas at approved degree levels. Questions about the accreditation of Spalding University may be directed in writing to the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges at 1866 Southern Lane, Decatur, GA 30033-4097, by calling (404) 679-4500, or by using information available on SACSCOC’s website (www.sacscoc.org)

SACSCOC should be contacted only for accreditation-related reasons. Spalding University’s SACSCOC Accreditation Liaison officer should be consulted before any inquiries are made to SACSCOC. Contact the Office of Institutional Effectiveness with any questions at (502) 873-4363.

KY Council for Postsecondary Education

Spalding University is licensed to operate as an independent institution in Kentucky by the Kentucky Council on Post-Secondary Education (CPE). To file a complaint against an institution licensed by CPE, please submit your complaint in writing to Sarah Levy, Director of Postsecondary Licensing, Council on Postsecondary Education, 1024 Capital Center Drive, Suite 320, Frankfort, KY 40601

Bachelor of Science in Business Administration

Spalding University has been approved to offer an online delivery format for this degree by the Kentucky Council of Post-Secondary Education (CPE) and the Southern Association of College and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSOC), and the State Authorization Reciprocity Agreement SARA. Spalding has been a member of SARA since 2017.

Spalding can offer this degree in an online degree delivery format to students residing in the following U.S. states and territories through the State Authorization Reciprocity Agreement (SARA): Alabama, Alaska, Arizona, Arkansas, Colorado, Connecticut, Delaware, District of Columbia, Florida, Georgia, Hawaii, Idaho, Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Kansas, Kentucky, Louisiana, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, Michigan, Minnesota, Mississippi, Missouri, Montana, Nebraska, Nevada, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New Mexico, New York, North Carolina, North Dakota, Ohio, Oklahoma, Oregon, Pennsylvania, Puerto Rico, Rhode Island, South Carolina, South Dakota, Tennessee, Texas, Utah, Vermont, Virginia, Washington, West Virginia, Wisconsin, Wyoming, and the U.S. Virgin Islands.

Spalding can also offer this degree in an online degree delivery format to students residing in the following U.S. territories, as it has been determined that the territory does not have any regulations or statutes that govern online education programs: Northern Mariana Islands, Micronesia.

Spalding cannot offer this degree in an online degree delivery format to students residing in California, the Marshall Islands, American Samoa, Guam and Palau. However, applicants may apply to an in-person or hybrid degree delivery format option for the degree, if offered.

Academic programs that prepare students for professional licensure are listed in the Professional Licensure section of this page. To determine if Spalding program meets the educational requirements for the applicant’s state or territory of residence, it is strongly recommended that applicants review the Licensure Disclosure for that program prior to applying.

Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges

SACSCOC StampSpalding University is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC) to award associate, baccalaureate, masters, and doctorate degrees. Spalding University also may offer credentials such as certificates and diplomas at approved degree levels. Questions about the accreditation of Spalding University may be directed in writing to the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges at 1866 Southern Lane, Decatur, GA 30033-4097, by calling (404) 679-4500, or by using information available on SACSCOC’s website (www.sacscoc.org)

SACSCOC should be contacted only for accreditation-related reasons. Spalding University’s SACSCOC Accreditation Liaison officer should be consulted before any inquiries are made to SACSCOC. Contact the Office of Institutional Effectiveness with any questions at (502) 873-4363.

KY Council for Postsecondary Education

Spalding University is licensed to operate as an independent institution in Kentucky by the Kentucky Council on Post-Secondary Education (CPE). To file a complaint against an institution licensed by CPE, please submit your complaint in writing to Sarah Levy, Director of Postsecondary Licensing, Council on Postsecondary Education, 1024 Capital Center Drive, Suite 320, Frankfort, KY 40601

Bachelor of Science in Communication

Spalding University has been approved to offer an online delivery format for this degree by the Kentucky Council of Post-Secondary Education (CPE) and the Southern Association of College and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSOC), and the State Authorization Reciprocity Agreement SARA. Spalding has been a member of SARA since 2017.

Spalding can offer this degree in an online degree delivery format to students residing in the following U.S. states and territories through the State Authorization Reciprocity Agreement (SARA): Alabama, Alaska, Arizona, Arkansas, Colorado, Connecticut, Delaware, District of Columbia, Florida, Georgia, Hawaii, Idaho, Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Kansas, Kentucky, Louisiana, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, Michigan, Minnesota, Mississippi, Missouri, Montana, Nebraska, Nevada, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New Mexico, New York, North Carolina, North Dakota, Ohio, Oklahoma, Oregon, Pennsylvania, Puerto Rico, Rhode Island, South Carolina, South Dakota, Tennessee, Texas, Utah, Vermont, Virginia, Washington, West Virginia, Wisconsin, Wyoming, and the U.S. Virgin Islands.

Spalding can also offer this degree in an online degree delivery format to students residing in the following U.S. territories, as it has been determined that the territory does not have any regulations or statutes that govern online education programs: Northern Mariana Islands, Micronesia.

Spalding cannot offer this degree in an online degree delivery format to students residing in California, the Marshall Islands, American Samoa, Guam and Palau. However, applicants may apply to an in-person or hybrid degree delivery format option for the degree, if offered.

Academic programs that prepare students for professional licensure are listed in the Professional Licensure section of this page. To determine if Spalding program meets the educational requirements for the applicant’s state or territory of residence, it is strongly recommended that applicants review the Licensure Disclosure for that program prior to applying.

Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges

SACSCOC StampSpalding University is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC) to award associate, baccalaureate, masters, and doctorate degrees. Spalding University also may offer credentials such as certificates and diplomas at approved degree levels. Questions about the accreditation of Spalding University may be directed in writing to the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges at 1866 Southern Lane, Decatur, GA 30033-4097, by calling (404) 679-4500, or by using information available on SACSCOC’s website (www.sacscoc.org)

SACSCOC should be contacted only for accreditation-related reasons. Spalding University’s SACSCOC Accreditation Liaison officer should be consulted before any inquiries are made to SACSCOC. Contact the Office of Institutional Effectiveness with any questions at (502) 873-4363.

KY Council for Postsecondary Education

Spalding University is licensed to operate as an independent institution in Kentucky by the Kentucky Council on Post-Secondary Education (CPE). To file a complaint against an institution licensed by CPE, please submit your complaint in writing to Sarah Levy, Director of Postsecondary Licensing, Council on Postsecondary Education, 1024 Capital Center Drive, Suite 320, Frankfort, KY 40601

Bachelor of Science in Health Science

Spalding University has been approved to offer an online delivery format for this degree by the Kentucky Council of Post-Secondary Education (CPE) and the Southern Association of College and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSOC), and the State Authorization Reciprocity Agreement SARA. Spalding has been a member of SARA since 2017.

Spalding can offer this degree in an online degree delivery format to students residing in the following U.S. states and territories through the State Authorization Reciprocity Agreement (SARA): Alabama, Alaska, Arizona, Arkansas, Colorado, Connecticut, Delaware, District of Columbia, Florida, Georgia, Hawaii, Idaho, Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Kansas, Kentucky, Louisiana, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, Michigan, Minnesota, Mississippi, Missouri, Montana, Nebraska, Nevada, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New Mexico, New York, North Carolina, North Dakota, Ohio, Oklahoma, Oregon, Pennsylvania, Puerto Rico, Rhode Island, South Carolina, South Dakota, Tennessee, Texas, Utah, Vermont, Virginia, Washington, West Virginia, Wisconsin, Wyoming, and the U.S. Virgin Islands.

Spalding can also offer this degree in an online degree delivery format to students residing in the following U.S. territories, as it has been determined that the territory does not have any regulations or statutes that govern online education programs: Northern Mariana Islands, Micronesia.

Spalding cannot offer this degree in an online degree delivery format to students residing in California, the Marshall Islands, American Samoa, Guam and Palau. However, applicants may apply to an in-person or hybrid degree delivery format option for the degree, if offered.

Academic programs that prepare students for professional licensure are listed in the Professional Licensure section of this page. To determine if Spalding program meets the educational requirements for the applicant’s state or territory of residence, it is strongly recommended that applicants review the Licensure Disclosure for that program prior to applying.

Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges

SACSCOC StampSpalding University is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC) to award associate, baccalaureate, masters, and doctorate degrees. Spalding University also may offer credentials such as certificates and diplomas at approved degree levels. Questions about the accreditation of Spalding University may be directed in writing to the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges at 1866 Southern Lane, Decatur, GA 30033-4097, by calling (404) 679-4500, or by using information available on SACSCOC’s website (www.sacscoc.org)

SACSCOC should be contacted only for accreditation-related reasons. Spalding University’s SACSCOC Accreditation Liaison officer should be consulted before any inquiries are made to SACSCOC. Contact the Office of Institutional Effectiveness with any questions at (502) 873-4363.

KY Council for Postsecondary Education

Spalding University is licensed to operate as an independent institution in Kentucky by the Kentucky Council on Post-Secondary Education (CPE). To file a complaint against an institution licensed by CPE, please submit your complaint in writing to Sarah Levy, Director of Postsecondary Licensing, Council on Postsecondary Education, 1024 Capital Center Drive, Suite 320, Frankfort, KY 40601

Bachelor of Science in Psychology

Spalding University has been approved to offer an online delivery format for this degree by the Kentucky Council of Post-Secondary Education (CPE) and the Southern Association of College and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSOC), and the State Authorization Reciprocity Agreement SARA. Spalding has been a member of SARA since 2017.

Spalding can offer this degree in an online degree delivery format to students residing in the following U.S. states and territories through the State Authorization Reciprocity Agreement (SARA): Alabama, Alaska, Arizona, Arkansas, Colorado, Connecticut, Delaware, District of Columbia, Florida, Georgia, Hawaii, Idaho, Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Kansas, Kentucky, Louisiana, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, Michigan, Minnesota, Mississippi, Missouri, Montana, Nebraska, Nevada, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New Mexico, New York, North Carolina, North Dakota, Ohio, Oklahoma, Oregon, Pennsylvania, Puerto Rico, Rhode Island, South Carolina, South Dakota, Tennessee, Texas, Utah, Vermont, Virginia, Washington, West Virginia, Wisconsin, Wyoming, and the U.S. Virgin Islands.

Spalding can also offer this degree in an online degree delivery format to students residing in the following U.S. territories, as it has been determined that the territory does not have any regulations or statutes that govern online education programs: Northern Mariana Islands, Micronesia.

Spalding cannot offer this degree in an online degree delivery format to students residing in California, the Marshall Islands, American Samoa, Guam and Palau. However, applicants may apply to an in-person or hybrid degree delivery format option for the degree, if offered.

Academic programs that prepare students for professional licensure are listed in the Professional Licensure section of this page. To determine if Spalding program meets the educational requirements for the applicant’s state or territory of residence, it is strongly recommended that applicants review the Licensure Disclosure for that program prior to applying.

Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges

SACSCOC StampSpalding University is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC) to award associate, baccalaureate, masters, and doctorate degrees. Spalding University also may offer credentials such as certificates and diplomas at approved degree levels. Questions about the accreditation of Spalding University may be directed in writing to the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges at 1866 Southern Lane, Decatur, GA 30033-4097, by calling (404) 679-4500, or by using information available on SACSCOC’s website (www.sacscoc.org)

SACSCOC should be contacted only for accreditation-related reasons. Spalding University’s SACSCOC Accreditation Liaison officer should be consulted before any inquiries are made to SACSCOC. Contact the Office of Institutional Effectiveness with any questions at (502) 873-4363.

KY Council for Postsecondary Education

Spalding University is licensed to operate as an independent institution in Kentucky by the Kentucky Council on Post-Secondary Education (CPE). To file a complaint against an institution licensed by CPE, please submit your complaint in writing to Sarah Levy, Director of Postsecondary Licensing, Council on Postsecondary Education, 1024 Capital Center Drive, Suite 320, Frankfort, KY 40601

Master of Arts in School Counseling

Spalding University has been approved to offer an online delivery format for this degree by the Kentucky Council of Post-Secondary Education (CPE) and the Southern Association of College and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSOC), and the State Authorization Reciprocity Agreement SARA. Spalding has been a member of SARA since 2017.

Spalding can offer this degree in an online degree delivery format to students residing in the following U.S. states and territories through the State Authorization Reciprocity Agreement (SARA): Alabama, Alaska, Arizona, Arkansas, Colorado, Connecticut, Delaware, District of Columbia, Florida, Georgia, Hawaii, Idaho, Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Kansas, Kentucky, Louisiana, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, Michigan, Minnesota, Mississippi, Missouri, Montana, Nebraska, Nevada, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New Mexico, New York, North Carolina, North Dakota, Ohio, Oklahoma, Oregon, Pennsylvania, Puerto Rico, Rhode Island, South Carolina, South Dakota, Tennessee, Texas, Utah, Vermont, Virginia, Washington, West Virginia, Wisconsin, Wyoming, and the U.S. Virgin Islands.

Spalding can also offer this degree in an online degree delivery format to students residing in the following U.S. territories, as it has been determined that the territory does not have any regulations or statutes that govern online education programs: Northern Mariana Islands, Micronesia.

Spalding cannot offer this degree in an online degree delivery format to students residing in California, the Marshall Islands, American Samoa, Guam and Palau. However, applicants may apply to an in-person or hybrid degree delivery format option for the degree, if offered.

Academic programs that prepare students for professional licensure are listed in the Professional Licensure section of this page. To determine if Spalding program meets the educational requirements for the applicant’s state or territory of residence, it is strongly recommended that applicants review the Licensure Disclosure for that program prior to applying.

Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges

SACSCOC StampSpalding University is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC) to award associate, baccalaureate, masters, and doctorate degrees. Spalding University also may offer credentials such as certificates and diplomas at approved degree levels. Questions about the accreditation of Spalding University may be directed in writing to the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges at 1866 Southern Lane, Decatur, GA 30033-4097, by calling (404) 679-4500, or by using information available on SACSCOC’s website (www.sacscoc.org)

SACSCOC should be contacted only for accreditation-related reasons. Spalding University’s SACSCOC Accreditation Liaison officer should be consulted before any inquiries are made to SACSCOC. Contact the Office of Institutional Effectiveness with any questions at (502) 873-4363.

KY Council for Postsecondary Education

Spalding University is licensed to operate as an independent institution in Kentucky by the Kentucky Council on Post-Secondary Education (CPE). To file a complaint against an institution licensed by CPE, please submit your complaint in writing to Sarah Levy, Director of Postsecondary Licensing, Council on Postsecondary Education, 1024 Capital Center Drive, Suite 320, Frankfort, KY 40601

Master of Education in Teacher Leader

Spalding University has been approved to offer an online delivery format for this degree by the Kentucky Council of Post-Secondary Education (CPE) and the Southern Association of College and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSOC), and the State Authorization Reciprocity Agreement SARA. Spalding has been a member of SARA since 2017.

Spalding can offer this degree in an online degree delivery format to students residing in the following U.S. states and territories through the State Authorization Reciprocity Agreement (SARA): Alabama, Alaska, Arizona, Arkansas, Colorado, Connecticut, Delaware, District of Columbia, Florida, Georgia, Hawaii, Idaho, Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Kansas, Kentucky, Louisiana, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, Michigan, Minnesota, Mississippi, Missouri, Montana, Nebraska, Nevada, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New Mexico, New York, North Carolina, North Dakota, Ohio, Oklahoma, Oregon, Pennsylvania, Puerto Rico, Rhode Island, South Carolina, South Dakota, Tennessee, Texas, Utah, Vermont, Virginia, Washington, West Virginia, Wisconsin, Wyoming, and the U.S. Virgin Islands.

Spalding can also offer this degree in an online degree delivery format to students residing in the following U.S. territories, as it has been determined that the territory does not have any regulations or statutes that govern online education programs: Northern Mariana Islands, Micronesia.

Spalding cannot offer this degree in an online degree delivery format to students residing in California, the Marshall Islands, American Samoa, Guam and Palau. However, applicants may apply to an in-person or hybrid degree delivery format option for the degree, if offered.

Academic programs that prepare students for professional licensure are listed in the Professional Licensure section of this page. To determine if Spalding program meets the educational requirements for the applicant’s state or territory of residence, it is strongly recommended that applicants review the Licensure Disclosure for that program prior to applying.

Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges

SACSCOC StampSpalding University is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC) to award associate, baccalaureate, masters, and doctorate degrees. Spalding University also may offer credentials such as certificates and diplomas at approved degree levels. Questions about the accreditation of Spalding University may be directed in writing to the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges at 1866 Southern Lane, Decatur, GA 30033-4097, by calling (404) 679-4500, or by using information available on SACSCOC’s website (www.sacscoc.org)

SACSCOC should be contacted only for accreditation-related reasons. Spalding University’s SACSCOC Accreditation Liaison officer should be consulted before any inquiries are made to SACSCOC. Contact the Office of Institutional Effectiveness with any questions at (502) 873-4363.

KY Council for Postsecondary Education

Spalding University is licensed to operate as an independent institution in Kentucky by the Kentucky Council on Post-Secondary Education (CPE). To file a complaint against an institution licensed by CPE, please submit your complaint in writing to Sarah Levy, Director of Postsecondary Licensing, Council on Postsecondary Education, 1024 Capital Center Drive, Suite 320, Frankfort, KY 40601

Master of Science in Business Communication

Spalding University has been approved to offer an online delivery format for this degree by the Kentucky Council of Post-Secondary Education (CPE) and the Southern Association of College and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSOC), and the State Authorization Reciprocity Agreement SARA. Spalding has been a member of SARA since 2017.

Spalding can offer this degree in an online degree delivery format to students residing in the following U.S. states and territories through the State Authorization Reciprocity Agreement (SARA): Alabama, Alaska, Arizona, Arkansas, Colorado, Connecticut, Delaware, District of Columbia, Florida, Georgia, Hawaii, Idaho, Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Kansas, Kentucky, Louisiana, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, Michigan, Minnesota, Mississippi, Missouri, Montana, Nebraska, Nevada, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New Mexico, New York, North Carolina, North Dakota, Ohio, Oklahoma, Oregon, Pennsylvania, Puerto Rico, Rhode Island, South Carolina, South Dakota, Tennessee, Texas, Utah, Vermont, Virginia, Washington, West Virginia, Wisconsin, Wyoming, and the U.S. Virgin Islands.

Spalding can also offer this degree in an online degree delivery format to students residing in the following U.S. territories, as it has been determined that the territory does not have any regulations or statutes that govern online education programs: Northern Mariana Islands, Micronesia.

Spalding cannot offer this degree in an online degree delivery format to students residing in California, the Marshall Islands, American Samoa, Guam and Palau. However, applicants may apply to an in-person or hybrid degree delivery format option for the degree, if offered.

Academic programs that prepare students for professional licensure are listed in the Professional Licensure section of this page. To determine if Spalding program meets the educational requirements for the applicant’s state or territory of residence, it is strongly recommended that applicants review the Licensure Disclosure for that program prior to applying.

Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges

SACSCOC StampSpalding University is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC) to award associate, baccalaureate, masters, and doctorate degrees. Spalding University also may offer credentials such as certificates and diplomas at approved degree levels. Questions about the accreditation of Spalding University may be directed in writing to the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges at 1866 Southern Lane, Decatur, GA 30033-4097, by calling (404) 679-4500, or by using information available on SACSCOC’s website (www.sacscoc.org)

SACSCOC should be contacted only for accreditation-related reasons. Spalding University’s SACSCOC Accreditation Liaison officer should be consulted before any inquiries are made to SACSCOC. Contact the Office of Institutional Effectiveness with any questions at (502) 873-4363.

KY Council for Postsecondary Education

Spalding University is licensed to operate as an independent institution in Kentucky by the Kentucky Council on Post-Secondary Education (CPE). To file a complaint against an institution licensed by CPE, please submit your complaint in writing to Sarah Levy, Director of Postsecondary Licensing, Council on Postsecondary Education, 1024 Capital Center Drive, Suite 320, Frankfort, KY 40601

Master of Science in Nursing in Nurse Educator

Spalding University has been approved to offer an online delivery format for this degree by the Kentucky Council of Post-Secondary Education (CPE) and the Southern Association of College and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSOC), and the State Authorization Reciprocity Agreement SARA. Spalding has been a member of SARA since 2017.

Spalding can offer this degree in an online degree delivery format to students residing in the following U.S. states and territories through the State Authorization Reciprocity Agreement (SARA): Alabama, Alaska, Arizona, Arkansas, Colorado, Connecticut, Delaware, District of Columbia, Florida, Georgia, Hawaii, Idaho, Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Kansas, Kentucky, Louisiana, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, Michigan, Minnesota, Mississippi, Missouri, Montana, Nebraska, Nevada, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New Mexico, New York, North Carolina, North Dakota, Ohio, Oklahoma, Oregon, Pennsylvania, Puerto Rico, Rhode Island, South Carolina, South Dakota, Tennessee, Texas, Utah, Vermont, Virginia, Washington, West Virginia, Wisconsin, Wyoming, and the U.S. Virgin Islands.

Spalding can also offer this degree in an online degree delivery format to students residing in the following U.S. territories, as it has been determined that the territory does not have any regulations or statutes that govern online education programs: Northern Mariana Islands, Micronesia.

Spalding cannot offer this degree in an online degree delivery format to students residing in California, the Marshall Islands, American Samoa, Guam and Palau. However, applicants may apply to an in-person or hybrid degree delivery format option for the degree, if offered.

Academic programs that prepare students for professional licensure are listed in the Professional Licensure section of this page. To determine if Spalding program meets the educational requirements for the applicant’s state or territory of residence, it is strongly recommended that applicants review the Licensure Disclosure for that program prior to applying.

Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges

SACSCOC StampSpalding University is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC) to award associate, baccalaureate, masters, and doctorate degrees. Spalding University also may offer credentials such as certificates and diplomas at approved degree levels. Questions about the accreditation of Spalding University may be directed in writing to the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges at 1866 Southern Lane, Decatur, GA 30033-4097, by calling (404) 679-4500, or by using information available on SACSCOC’s website (www.sacscoc.org)

SACSCOC should be contacted only for accreditation-related reasons. Spalding University’s SACSCOC Accreditation Liaison officer should be consulted before any inquiries are made to SACSCOC. Contact the Office of Institutional Effectiveness with any questions at (502) 873-4363.

KY Council for Postsecondary Education

Spalding University is licensed to operate as an independent institution in Kentucky by the Kentucky Council on Post-Secondary Education (CPE). To file a complaint against an institution licensed by CPE, please submit your complaint in writing to Sarah Levy, Director of Postsecondary Licensing, Council on Postsecondary Education, 1024 Capital Center Drive, Suite 320, Frankfort, KY 40601

Master of Science in Nursing in Nursing and Healthcare Leadership

Spalding University has been approved to offer an online delivery format for this degree by the Kentucky Council of Post-Secondary Education (CPE) and the Southern Association of College and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSOC), and the State Authorization Reciprocity Agreement SARA. Spalding has been a member of SARA since 2017.

Spalding can offer this degree in an online degree delivery format to students residing in the following U.S. states and territories through the State Authorization Reciprocity Agreement (SARA): Alabama, Alaska, Arizona, Arkansas, Colorado, Connecticut, Delaware, District of Columbia, Florida, Georgia, Hawaii, Idaho, Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Kansas, Kentucky, Louisiana, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, Michigan, Minnesota, Mississippi, Missouri, Montana, Nebraska, Nevada, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New Mexico, New York, North Carolina, North Dakota, Ohio, Oklahoma, Oregon, Pennsylvania, Puerto Rico, Rhode Island, South Carolina, South Dakota, Tennessee, Texas, Utah, Vermont, Virginia, Washington, West Virginia, Wisconsin, Wyoming, and the U.S. Virgin Islands.

Spalding can also offer this degree in an online degree delivery format to students residing in the following U.S. territories, as it has been determined that the territory does not have any regulations or statutes that govern online education programs: Northern Mariana Islands, Micronesia.

Spalding cannot offer this degree in an online degree delivery format to students residing in California, the Marshall Islands, American Samoa, Guam and Palau. However, applicants may apply to an in-person or hybrid degree delivery format option for the degree, if offered.

Academic programs that prepare students for professional licensure are listed in the Professional Licensure section of this page. To determine if Spalding program meets the educational requirements for the applicant’s state or territory of residence, it is strongly recommended that applicants review the Licensure Disclosure for that program prior to applying.

Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges

SACSCOC StampSpalding University is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC) to award associate, baccalaureate, masters, and doctorate degrees. Spalding University also may offer credentials such as certificates and diplomas at approved degree levels. Questions about the accreditation of Spalding University may be directed in writing to the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges at 1866 Southern Lane, Decatur, GA 30033-4097, by calling (404) 679-4500, or by using information available on SACSCOC’s website (www.sacscoc.org)

SACSCOC should be contacted only for accreditation-related reasons. Spalding University’s SACSCOC Accreditation Liaison officer should be consulted before any inquiries are made to SACSCOC. Contact the Office of Institutional Effectiveness with any questions at (502) 873-4363.

KY Council for Postsecondary Education

Spalding University is licensed to operate as an independent institution in Kentucky by the Kentucky Council on Post-Secondary Education (CPE). To file a complaint against an institution licensed by CPE, please submit your complaint in writing to Sarah Levy, Director of Postsecondary Licensing, Council on Postsecondary Education, 1024 Capital Center Drive, Suite 320, Frankfort, KY 40601

Master of Science in Nursing in Family Nurse Practitioner

Spalding University has been approved to offer an online delivery format for this degree by the Kentucky Council of Post-Secondary Education (CPE) and the Southern Association of College and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSOC), and the State Authorization Reciprocity Agreement SARA. Spalding has been a member of SARA since 2017.

Spalding can offer this degree in an online degree delivery format to students residing in the following U.S. states and territories through the State Authorization Reciprocity Agreement (SARA): Alabama, Alaska, Arizona, Arkansas, Colorado, Connecticut, Delaware, District of Columbia, Florida, Georgia, Hawaii, Idaho, Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Kansas, Kentucky, Louisiana, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, Michigan, Minnesota, Mississippi, Missouri, Montana, Nebraska, Nevada, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New Mexico, New York, North Carolina, North Dakota, Ohio, Oklahoma, Oregon, Pennsylvania, Puerto Rico, Rhode Island, South Carolina, South Dakota, Tennessee, Texas, Utah, Vermont, Virginia, Washington, West Virginia, Wisconsin, Wyoming, and the U.S. Virgin Islands.

Spalding can also offer this degree in an online degree delivery format to students residing in the following U.S. territories, as it has been determined that the territory does not have any regulations or statutes that govern online education programs: Northern Mariana Islands, Micronesia.

Spalding cannot offer this degree in an online degree delivery format to students residing in California, the Marshall Islands, American Samoa, Guam and Palau. However, applicants may apply to an in-person or hybrid degree delivery format option for the degree, if offered.

Academic programs that prepare students for professional licensure are listed in the Professional Licensure section of this page. To determine if Spalding program meets the educational requirements for the applicant’s state or territory of residence, it is strongly recommended that applicants review the Licensure Disclosure for that program prior to applying.

Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges

SACSCOC StampSpalding University is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC) to award associate, baccalaureate, masters, and doctorate degrees. Spalding University also may offer credentials such as certificates and diplomas at approved degree levels. Questions about the accreditation of Spalding University may be directed in writing to the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges at 1866 Southern Lane, Decatur, GA 30033-4097, by calling (404) 679-4500, or by using information available on SACSCOC’s website (www.sacscoc.org)

SACSCOC should be contacted only for accreditation-related reasons. Spalding University’s SACSCOC Accreditation Liaison officer should be consulted before any inquiries are made to SACSCOC. Contact the Office of Institutional Effectiveness with any questions at (502) 873-4363.

KY Council for Postsecondary Education

Spalding University is licensed to operate as an independent institution in Kentucky by the Kentucky Council on Post-Secondary Education (CPE). To file a complaint against an institution licensed by CPE, please submit your complaint in writing to Sarah Levy, Director of Postsecondary Licensing, Council on Postsecondary Education, 1024 Capital Center Drive, Suite 320, Frankfort, KY 40601

Doctor of Education in Leadership

Spalding University has been approved to offer an online delivery format for this degree by the Kentucky Council of Post-Secondary Education (CPE) and the Southern Association of College and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSOC), and the State Authorization Reciprocity Agreement SARA. Spalding has been a member of SARA since 2017.

Spalding can offer this degree in an online degree delivery format to students residing in the following U.S. states and territories through the State Authorization Reciprocity Agreement (SARA): Alabama, Alaska, Arizona, Arkansas, Colorado, Connecticut, Delaware, District of Columbia, Florida, Georgia, Hawaii, Idaho, Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Kansas, Kentucky, Louisiana, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, Michigan, Minnesota, Mississippi, Missouri, Montana, Nebraska, Nevada, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New Mexico, New York, North Carolina, North Dakota, Ohio, Oklahoma, Oregon, Pennsylvania, Puerto Rico, Rhode Island, South Carolina, South Dakota, Tennessee, Texas, Utah, Vermont, Virginia, Washington, West Virginia, Wisconsin, Wyoming, and the U.S. Virgin Islands.

Spalding can also offer this degree in an online degree delivery format to students residing in the following U.S. territories, as it has been determined that the territory does not have any regulations or statutes that govern online education programs: Northern Mariana Islands, Micronesia.

Spalding cannot offer this degree in an online degree delivery format to students residing in California, the Marshall Islands, American Samoa, Guam and Palau. However, applicants may apply to an in-person or hybrid degree delivery format option for the degree, if offered.

Academic programs that prepare students for professional licensure are listed in the Professional Licensure section of this page. To determine if Spalding program meets the educational requirements for the applicant’s state or territory of residence, it is strongly recommended that applicants review the Licensure Disclosure for that program prior to applying.

Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges

SACSCOC StampSpalding University is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC) to award associate, baccalaureate, masters, and doctorate degrees. Spalding University also may offer credentials such as certificates and diplomas at approved degree levels. Questions about the accreditation of Spalding University may be directed in writing to the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges at 1866 Southern Lane, Decatur, GA 30033-4097, by calling (404) 679-4500, or by using information available on SACSCOC’s website (www.sacscoc.org)

SACSCOC should be contacted only for accreditation-related reasons. Spalding University’s SACSCOC Accreditation Liaison officer should be consulted before any inquiries are made to SACSCOC. Contact the Office of Institutional Effectiveness with any questions at (502) 873-4363.

KY Council for Postsecondary Education

Spalding University is licensed to operate as an independent institution in Kentucky by the Kentucky Council on Post-Secondary Education (CPE). To file a complaint against an institution licensed by CPE, please submit your complaint in writing to Sarah Levy, Director of Postsecondary Licensing, Council on Postsecondary Education, 1024 Capital Center Drive, Suite 320, Frankfort, KY 40601

Doctor of Social Work

Spalding University has been approved to offer an online delivery format for this degree by the Kentucky Council of Post-Secondary Education (CPE) and the Southern Association of College and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSOC), and the State Authorization Reciprocity Agreement SARA. Spalding has been a member of SARA since 2017.

Spalding can offer this degree in an online degree delivery format to students residing in the following U.S. states and territories through the State Authorization Reciprocity Agreement (SARA): Alabama, Alaska, Arizona, Arkansas, Colorado, Connecticut, Delaware, District of Columbia, Florida, Georgia, Hawaii, Idaho, Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Kansas, Kentucky, Louisiana, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, Michigan, Minnesota, Mississippi, Missouri, Montana, Nebraska, Nevada, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New Mexico, New York, North Carolina, North Dakota, Ohio, Oklahoma, Oregon, Pennsylvania, Puerto Rico, Rhode Island, South Carolina, South Dakota, Tennessee, Texas, Utah, Vermont, Virginia, Washington, West Virginia, Wisconsin, Wyoming, and the U.S. Virgin Islands.

Spalding can also offer this degree in an online degree delivery format to students residing in the following U.S. territories, as it has been determined that the territory does not have any regulations or statutes that govern online education programs: Northern Mariana Islands, Micronesia.

Spalding cannot offer this degree in an online degree delivery format to students residing in California, the Marshall Islands, American Samoa, Guam and Palau. However, applicants may apply to an in-person or hybrid degree delivery format option for the degree, if offered.

Academic programs that prepare students for professional licensure are listed in the Professional Licensure section of this page. To determine if Spalding program meets the educational requirements for the applicant’s state or territory of residence, it is strongly recommended that applicants review the Licensure Disclosure for that program prior to applying.

Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges

SACSCOC StampSpalding University is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC) to award associate, baccalaureate, masters, and doctorate degrees. Spalding University also may offer credentials such as certificates and diplomas at approved degree levels. Questions about the accreditation of Spalding University may be directed in writing to the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges at 1866 Southern Lane, Decatur, GA 30033-4097, by calling (404) 679-4500, or by using information available on SACSCOC’s website (www.sacscoc.org)

SACSCOC should be contacted only for accreditation-related reasons. Spalding University’s SACSCOC Accreditation Liaison officer should be consulted before any inquiries are made to SACSCOC. Contact the Office of Institutional Effectiveness with any questions at (502) 873-4363.

KY Council for Postsecondary Education

Spalding University is licensed to operate as an independent institution in Kentucky by the Kentucky Council on Post-Secondary Education (CPE). To file a complaint against an institution licensed by CPE, please submit your complaint in writing to Sarah Levy, Director of Postsecondary Licensing, Council on Postsecondary Education, 1024 Capital Center Drive, Suite 320, Frankfort, KY 40601

Occupational Therapy Doctorate — Post-Professional

Spalding University has been approved to offer an online delivery format for this degree by the Kentucky Council of Post-Secondary Education (CPE) and the Southern Association of College and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSOC), and the State Authorization Reciprocity Agreement SARA. Spalding has been a member of SARA since 2017.

Spalding can offer this degree in an online degree delivery format to students residing in the following U.S. states and territories through the State Authorization Reciprocity Agreement (SARA): Alabama, Alaska, Arizona, Arkansas, Colorado, Connecticut, Delaware, District of Columbia, Florida, Georgia, Hawaii, Idaho, Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Kansas, Kentucky, Louisiana, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, Michigan, Minnesota, Mississippi, Missouri, Montana, Nebraska, Nevada, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New Mexico, New York, North Carolina, North Dakota, Ohio, Oklahoma, Oregon, Pennsylvania, Puerto Rico, Rhode Island, South Carolina, South Dakota, Tennessee, Texas, Utah, Vermont, Virginia, Washington, West Virginia, Wisconsin, Wyoming, and the U.S. Virgin Islands.

Spalding can also offer this degree in an online degree delivery format to students residing in the following U.S. territories, as it has been determined that the territory does not have any regulations or statutes that govern online education programs: Northern Mariana Islands, Micronesia.

Spalding cannot offer this degree in an online degree delivery format to students residing in California, the Marshall Islands, American Samoa, Guam and Palau. However, applicants may apply to an in-person or hybrid degree delivery format option for the degree, if offered.

Academic programs that prepare students for professional licensure are listed in the Professional Licensure section of this page. To determine if Spalding program meets the educational requirements for the applicant’s state or territory of residence, it is strongly recommended that applicants review the Licensure Disclosure for that program prior to applying.

Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges

SACSCOC StampSpalding University is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC) to award associate, baccalaureate, masters, and doctorate degrees. Spalding University also may offer credentials such as certificates and diplomas at approved degree levels. Questions about the accreditation of Spalding University may be directed in writing to the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges at 1866 Southern Lane, Decatur, GA 30033-4097, by calling (404) 679-4500, or by using information available on SACSCOC’s website (www.sacscoc.org)

SACSCOC should be contacted only for accreditation-related reasons. Spalding University’s SACSCOC Accreditation Liaison officer should be consulted before any inquiries are made to SACSCOC. Contact the Office of Institutional Effectiveness with any questions at (502) 873-4363.

KY Council for Postsecondary Education

Spalding University is licensed to operate as an independent institution in Kentucky by the Kentucky Council on Post-Secondary Education (CPE). To file a complaint against an institution licensed by CPE, please submit your complaint in writing to Sarah Levy, Director of Postsecondary Licensing, Council on Postsecondary Education, 1024 Capital Center Drive, Suite 320, Frankfort, KY 40601

Post-Bachelor’s Certificate in Accounting

Spalding University has been approved to offer an online delivery format for this degree by the Kentucky Council of Post-Secondary Education (CPE) and the Southern Association of College and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSOC), and the State Authorization Reciprocity Agreement SARA. Spalding has been a member of SARA since 2017.

Spalding can offer this degree in an online degree delivery format to students residing in the following U.S. states and territories through the State Authorization Reciprocity Agreement (SARA): Alabama, Alaska, Arizona, Arkansas, Colorado, Connecticut, Delaware, District of Columbia, Florida, Georgia, Hawaii, Idaho, Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Kansas, Kentucky, Louisiana, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, Michigan, Minnesota, Mississippi, Missouri, Montana, Nebraska, Nevada, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New Mexico, New York, North Carolina, North Dakota, Ohio, Oklahoma, Oregon, Pennsylvania, Puerto Rico, Rhode Island, South Carolina, South Dakota, Tennessee, Texas, Utah, Vermont, Virginia, Washington, West Virginia, Wisconsin, Wyoming, and the U.S. Virgin Islands.

Spalding can also offer this degree in an online degree delivery format to students residing in the following U.S. territories, as it has been determined that the territory does not have any regulations or statutes that govern online education programs: Northern Mariana Islands, Micronesia.

Spalding cannot offer this degree in an online degree delivery format to students residing in California, the Marshall Islands, American Samoa, Guam and Palau. However, applicants may apply to an in-person or hybrid degree delivery format option for the degree, if offered.

Academic programs that prepare students for professional licensure are listed in the Professional Licensure section of this page. To determine if Spalding program meets the educational requirements for the applicant’s state or territory of residence, it is strongly recommended that applicants review the Licensure Disclosure for that program prior to applying.

Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges

SACSCOC StampSpalding University is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC) to award associate, baccalaureate, masters, and doctorate degrees. Spalding University also may offer credentials such as certificates and diplomas at approved degree levels. Questions about the accreditation of Spalding University may be directed in writing to the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges at 1866 Southern Lane, Decatur, GA 30033-4097, by calling (404) 679-4500, or by using information available on SACSCOC’s website (www.sacscoc.org)

SACSCOC should be contacted only for accreditation-related reasons. Spalding University’s SACSCOC Accreditation Liaison officer should be consulted before any inquiries are made to SACSCOC. Contact the Office of Institutional Effectiveness with any questions at (502) 873-4363.

KY Council for Postsecondary Education

Spalding University is licensed to operate as an independent institution in Kentucky by the Kentucky Council on Post-Secondary Education (CPE). To file a complaint against an institution licensed by CPE, please submit your complaint in writing to Sarah Levy, Director of Postsecondary Licensing, Council on Postsecondary Education, 1024 Capital Center Drive, Suite 320, Frankfort, KY 40601

Professional Licensure

Important note for professional licensure programs: The fact that a given program may be approved to be offered in your state does not indicate or guarantee your eligibility for professional licensure or certification in that state.

Bachelor of Science in Accounting

The successful completion of the Uniform CPA Exam is a requirement in all United States jurisdictions in order to obtain licensure as a CPA. Other requirements, such as education and experience requirements, may vary for each state or jurisdiction.

The Bachelor of Science in Accounting (BSA) and the Post-Bachelor Certificate in Accounting (CERT-ACCT) meet the educational requirements to sit for the Uniform CPA Exam in all states and territories except Arkansas, Illinois, Kansas, Nebraska, North Mariana Islands, Ohio, Oklahoma, Oregon, Puerto Rico, South Dakota, Texas, Washington, and Wisconsin. The BSA and the CERT-ACCT do not meet the requirements for full licensure as requirements for full licensure can include but are not limited to 150 total semester hours, post-graduation examinations, reference checks, and/or criminal background checks. Since a Bachelor’s degree in accounting is required to enroll in the Master of Science in Business Communication – Accounting Concentration (MSBC-ACCT), the MSBC-ACCT alone does not meet the educational requirements to sit for the Uniform CPA Exam in all states and territories.

Spalding University strongly recommends that you inquire with your applicable licensing board to determine all of the educational and other requirements for licensure before enrolling in the program.

For more information on if this program meets individual state and US territory requirements, please review the Licensure Disclosure for the Bachelor of Science in Accounting (PDF).

Bachelor of Science in Business Administration — Financial Planning

The Bachelor of Science in Business Administration — Financial Planning concentration (BSBA-FP) and the Post-Bachelor’s Certificate in Financial Planning (CERT-FP) meet the educational requirements to sit for the Certified Financial Planning (CFP) or Accredited Financial Counselor (AFC) exam in all states and territories, as this is a national certification. The BSBA-FP and CERT-FP do not meet the requirements for full certification as professional experience hours are required.

For more information on if this program meets individual state and US territory requirements, please review the Licensure Disclosure for BS in Business Administration in Financial Planning (PDF).

Bachelor of Science in Business Administration — Human Resource Management

The Bachelor of Science in Business Administration — Human Resource Management Concentration (BSBA-HRM) and the Master of Science in Business Communication — Human Resource Management concentration (MSBC-HRM) are officially recognized as fully aligned with SHRM guidelines and standards. SHRM alignment ensures that the program prepares its students within SHRM’s recommended guidelines for Human Resource education at the graduate level across all states and territories. Graduating BSBA-HRM and MSBC-HRM students who qualify are eligible to sit for the SHRM-CP exam. To qualify, students must be in their final semester of coursework from a SHRM aligned program (BSBA-HRM and MSBC-HRM), be in good standing for graduation, and have a minimum of direct hours of hands on, real world HR experience. In order to complete the Graduate Certificate in Human Resource Management (CERT-HRM), a student must first hold a Bachelor’s degree in any field. The CERT-HRM does not provide all SHRM recommended guidelines and therefore is not SHRM aligned. Not being SHRM aligned does not preclude a student from sitting for the SHRM-CP exam and achieving SHRM-CP certification.

If interested in such certification, Spalding University strongly recommends that you review the qualification requirements before enrolling in the graduate certificate.

For more information on if this program meets individual state and US territory requirements, please review the Certification Disclosure for Human Resource Management (PDF).

Bachelor of Science in Education

Kentucky is part of the National Association of State Directors of Teacher Education and Certification (NASDTEC) Interstate Agreement; therefore, the state accepts recommendations from teacher preparation programs from state-accredited colleges and universities in many states. Cases are evaluated on an individual basis.

The NASDTEC Interstate Agreement aids candidates in gaining information on what the various state requirements are from state-to-state. The NASDTEC credential “stages” are shown below in types of KY teaching credentials:

  • Stage 1: Temporary Provisional certificate (issued for alternate route candidates only)
  • Stage 2: Statement of Eligibility (issued for all completers of an approved teacher education program)
  • Stages 3, 4 & 5: Professional Certificate

Kentucky does NOT recognize teaching credentials that were gained in another state only by the passage of an assessment, and applicants must meet the requirements of KY regulations regarding out-of-state preparation as seen at 16 KAR 4:030.

The interstate agreement, arranged by NASDTEC, is a collection of over 50 individual agreements by states and Canadian provinces. Each individual “agreement” is a statement by that state or jurisdiction outlining which other states’ educator certificates will be accepted by that state. Specifically, the agreement outlines which particular types of educator certificates (teachers, administrators, service personnel, or career/technical), and which particular styles of certifications (titles, fields, etc.) will be accepted.

Such an “acceptance” agreement means that the “receiving” state will issue some form of authorization allowing the inbound certificate holder to legally teach or provide service in the receiving state, provided the license issued by the “sending” state is acceptable under the agreement. This authorization may be limited in time by the receiving state, and the receiving state may impose additional requirements that need to be accomplished before the educator can teach or practice after the end of the time limit.

It is not a guarantee that all certificate titles will be accepted by a receiving state. For example, in the “sending” state you may hold a “temporary” or “provisional” certificate which is excluded from the agreement signed by the “receiving” state. In such a case, the NASDTEC Interstate Agreement provides no help toward your receipt of a certificate in the “receiving” state.

It is not necessarily “full” reciprocity. The educator may have to complete additional requirements, such as coursework, assessments, or classroom experience, before receiving a full professional certificate in the new state.

https://www.nasdtec.net/page/Interstate

We recognize that States are continually revising their teacher certification/licensure rules and requirements. Accordingly, we link to the best available information.

For questions about the certification requirements for a specific state, please refer to the contact information contained in the links for the individual states. You might want to look at the certification requirements for your appropriate state and then look for employment/position announcements in the state in which you’re interested.

For more information on if this program meets individual state and US territory requirements, please review the Licensure Disclosure for Bachelor of Science in Education (PDF).

Bachelor of Science in Nursing

Spalding University is in the process of determining educational and licensure requirements in other US states and territories. Therefore, at this time Spalding University is unable to determine if the Bachelor of Science in Nursing courses or programs meets requirements for professional licensure in states other than Kentucky. Prior to enrolling in a Spalding program, a student who does not reside in Kentucky should contact applicable licensing board(s) in the student’s home state to determine whether the program meets requirements for licensure in the state where the student resides.

Nursing licensure contacts: https://www.ncsbn.org/contact-bon.htm

Licensure Disclosure for Bachelor of Science in Nursing (PDF)

Bachelor of Science in Social Work

For more information on if this program meets individual state and US territory requirements, please review the Licensure Disclosure for Social Work (PDF).

Master of Arts in Clinical Mental Health Counseling

The Master of Arts in Clinical Mental Health Counseling program is fully accredited by the Council for Accreditation of Counseling and Related Educational Programs (CACREP). Students graduating from the Master of Arts in Clinical Mental Health Counseling degree at Spalding University are eligible to sit for the National Counselor Examination (NCE), the certification exam required to become a licensed counselor.

CACREP academic standards are recognized as meeting the educational requirements for licensure in most states, including the Commonwealth of Kentucky. If your post-graduation plans include practice outside of Kentucky, it is recommended that you consult the Professional Licensure Disclosure document for the specific licensure requirements for each U.S. state and territory.

For more information on if this program meets individual state and US territory requirements, please review the Licensure Disclosure for Master of Arts in Clinical Mental Health Counseling (PDF).

Master of Arts in Teaching in Education

Kentucky is part of the National Association of State Directors of Teacher Education and Certification (NASDTEC) Interstate Agreement; therefore, the state accepts recommendations from teacher preparation programs from state-accredited colleges and universities in many states. Cases are evaluated on an individual basis.

The https://www.nasdtec.net/page/Interstate aids candidates in gaining information on what the various state requirements are from state-to-state. The NASDTEC credential “stages” are shown below in types of KY teaching credentials:

  • Stage 1: Temporary Provisional certificate (issued for alternate route candidates only)
  • Stage 2: Statement of Eligibility (issued for all completers of an approved teacher education program)
  • Stages 3, 4 & 5: Professional Certificate

Kentucky does NOT recognize teaching credentials that were gained in another state only by the passage of an assessment, and applicants must meet the requirements of KY regulations regarding out-of-state preparation as seen at 16 KAR 4:030.

The interstate agreement, arranged by NASDTEC, is a collection of over 50 individual agreements by states and Canadian provinces. Each individual “agreement” is a statement by that state or jurisdiction outlining which other states’ educator certificates will be accepted by that state. Specifically, the agreement outlines which particular types of educator certificates (teachers, administrators, service personnel, or career/technical), and which particular styles of certifications (titles, fields, etc.) will be accepted.

Such an “acceptance” agreement means that the “receiving” state will issue some form of authorization allowing the inbound certificate holder to legally teach or provide service in the receiving state, provided the license issued by the “sending” state is acceptable under the agreement. This authorization may be limited in time by the receiving state, and the receiving state may impose additional requirements that need to be accomplished before the educator can teach or practice after the end of the time limit.

It is not a guarantee that all certificate titles will be accepted by a receiving state. For example, in the “sending” state you may hold a “temporary” or “provisional” certificate which is excluded from the agreement signed by the “receiving” state. In such a case, the NASDTEC Interstate Agreement provides no help toward your receipt of a certificate in the “receiving” state.

It is not necessarily “full” reciprocity. The educator may have to complete additional requirements, such as coursework, assessments, or classroom experience, before receiving a full professional certificate in the new state.

https://www.nasdtec.net/page/Interstate

We recognize that States are continually revising their teacher certification/licensure rules and requirements. Accordingly, we link to the best available information.

For questions about the certification requirements for a specific state, please refer to the contact information contained in the links for the individual states. You might want to look at the certification requirements for your appropriate state and then look for employment/position announcements in the state in which you’re interested.

For more information on if this program meets individual state and US territory requirements, please review the Licensure Disclosure for Master of Arts in Teaching (PDF).

Master of Science in Athletic Training

Athletic trainers practice in all states, the District of Columbia, and territories functioning under the rules and regulations of the state or territory in which they practice. Each state has specific application processes and fees. The Board of Certification Examination provides an assessment of the entry-level clinical knowledge, skills and abilities of athletic trainers. This certification is required for practice in all states and territories. Spalding University MSAT Program graduates are eligible to take the certification examination (https://www.bocatc.org/).

For more information regarding individual state and US territory requirements, please review the Certification Disclosure for the Master of Science in Athletic Training Program (PDF).

Master of Science in Business Communication — Accounting

The successful completion of the Uniform CPA Exam is a requirement in all United States jurisdictions in order to obtain licensure as a CPA. Other requirements, such as education and experience requirements, may vary for each state or jurisdiction.

The Bachelor of Science in Accounting (BSA) and the Post-Bachelor’s Certificate in Accounting (CERT-ACCT) meet the educational requirements to sit for the Uniform CPA Exam in all states and territories except Arkansas, Illinois, Kansas, Nebraska, North Mariana Islands, Ohio, Oklahoma, Oregon, Puerto Rico, South Dakota, Texas, Washington, and Wisconsin. The BSA and the CERT-ACCT do not meet the requirements for full licensure as requirements for full licensure can include but are not limited to 150 total semester hours, post-graduation examinations, reference checks, and/or criminal background checks. Since a Bachelor’s degree in accounting is required to enroll in the Master of Science in Business Communication – Accounting Concentration (MSBC-ACCT), the MSBC-ACCT alone does not meet the educational requirements to sit for the Uniform CPA Exam in all states and territories.

Spalding University strongly recommends that you inquire with your applicable licensing board to determine all of the educational and other requirements for licensure before enrolling in the program.

For more information on if this program meets individual state and US territory requirements, please review the Licensure Disclosure for MS in Business Communication in Accounting Program (PDF).

Master of Science in Business Communication — Human Resource Management

The Bachelor of Science in Business Administration — Human Resource Management Concentration (BSBA-HRM) and the Master of Science in Business Communication — Human Resource Management concentration (MSBC-HRM) are officially recognized as fully aligned with SHRM guidelines and standards. SHRM alignment ensures that the program prepares its students within SHRM’s recommended guidelines for Human Resource education at the graduate level across all states and territories. Graduating BSBA-HRM and MSBC-HRM students who qualify are eligible to sit for the SHRM-CP exam. To qualify, students must be in their final semester of coursework from a SHRM aligned program (BSBA-HRM and MSBC-HRM), be in good standing for graduation, and have a minimum of direct hours of hands on, real world HR experience. In order to complete the Graduate Certificate in Human Resource Management (CERT-HRM), a student must first hold a Bachelor’s degree in any field. The CERT-HRM does not provide all SHRM recommended guidelines and therefore is not SHRM aligned. Not being SHRM aligned does not preclude a student from sitting for the SHRM-CP exam and achieving SHRM-CP certification.

If interested in such certification, Spalding University strongly recommends that you review the qualification requirements before enrolling in the graduate certificate.

For more information on if this program meets individual state and US territory requirements, please review the Certification Disclosure for Human Resource Management (PDF).

Master of Science in Nursing — Family Nurse Practitioner

Nurse practitioners practice in all states, the District of Columbia, and territories. Nurse practitioners function under the rules and regulations of the state in which they practice. Each state has specific application processes and fees. Completion of a master’s or doctoral degree program and having advanced clinical training beyond the registered nurse training is required for all nurse practitioners. National board certification examination provides a reliable and valid assessment of the entry-level clinical knowledge and skills of nurse practitioners in a specific patient population and role. National board certification is required in most states. Spalding University MSN-FNP graduates are eligible to sit for certification with the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC) and the American Academy of Nurse Practitioners Certification Board (AANPCB).

For more information on if this program meets individual state and US territory requirements, please review the Certification Disclosure for the Master of Science in Nursing- Family Nurse Practitioner (PDF).

Master of Science in Social Work

For more information on if this program meets individual state and US territory requirements, please review the Licensure Disclosure for Social Work (PDF).

Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT)

Effective October 25, 2022 the Doctor of Physical Therapy Program at Spalding University has been granted Candidate for Accreditation status by the Commission on Accreditation in Physical Therapy Education (CAPTE), 3030 Potomac Ave., Suite 100, Alexandria, Virginia 22305-3085; phone: 703-706- 3245; email: [email protected]. If needing to contact the program/institution directly, please call 502-873-4449 or email [email protected].

Candidate for Accreditation is an accreditation status of affiliation with the Commission on Accreditation in Physical Therapy Education that indicates the program may matriculate students in technical/professional courses. Achievement of Candidate for Accreditation status does not assure that the program will be granted Initial Accreditation.

Candidacy is considered to be an accredited status, as such the credits and degree earned from a program with Candidacy status are considered, by CAPTE, to be from an accredited program. Therefore, students in the charter (first) class should be eligible to take the licensure exam even if CAPTE withholds accreditation at the end of the candidacy period. That said, it is up to each state licensing agency, not CAPTE, to determine who is eligible for licensure. Information on licensing requirements should be directed to the Federation of State Boards of Physical Therapy (FSBPT; www.fsbpt.org) or specific state boards (a list of state boards and contact information is available on FSBPT’s website).

Doctor of Psychology (PsyD)

The School of Professional Psychology at Spalding University makes every effort to ensure state licensure information is current; however, state requirements may change. If you are planning to pursue a license as a psychologist in a specific state, we strongly recommend you contact the appropriate licensing entity in that state for information and guidance regarding licensure requirements before beginning our PsyD program. To the best of our knowledge, no Spalding SOPP graduate has been denied licensure in any state due to insufficiencies in the education or training we provide.  As we are located in Kentucky, we ensure our PsyD program complies with all licensing requirements in the Commonwealth of Kentucky.

For more information on professional licensure preparation to practice psychology, please contact SOPP Chair, Dr. Brenda Nash, [email protected].

For more information on licensing requirements, please see the Association of State and Provincial Psychology Boards (ASPPB) licensing webpage. In addition to educational requirements, all states require the completion of supervised predoctoral practicum hours and a predoctoral internship. These aspects are also required for the doctoral of psychology degree in clinical psychology at Spalding University. In addition to education and training requirements for the doctoral degree, however, many jurisdictions require post-doctoral professional experience for full licensure as well as the passage of the national licensure exam (EPPP Step 1, or Step 1 and 2). Some jurisdictions also require an oral examination of competency and a jurisprudence exam for licensure. These requirements are beyond the curricular requirements described in this disclosure as they occur after graduation. Further, many jurisdictions require a doctorate from an APA accredited program. Spalding’s PsyD program is currently and has been continuously accredited by APA since 1989.

For more information on if this program meets individual state and US territory requirements, please review the Licensure Disclosure for PsyD (PDF).

Occupational Therapy Doctorate (OTD)

The entry-level occupational therapy doctoral degree program is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Occupational Therapy Education (ACOTE) of the American Occupational Therapy Association (AOTA), located at 6116 Executive Boulevard, Suite 200, North Bethesda, MD 20852-4929. ACOTE’s telephone number c/o AOTA is (301) 652-AOTA and its web address is www.acoteonline.org. Graduates of the program will be eligible to sit for the national certification examination for the occupational therapist administered by the National Board for Certification in Occupational Therapy (NBCOT). After successful completion of this exam, the individual will be an Occupational Therapist, Registered (OTR). In addition, all states require licensure in order to practice; however, state licenses are usually based on the results of the NBCOT Certification Examination. Note that a felony conviction may affect a graduate’s ability to sit for the NBCOT certification examination or attain state licensure.

*The entry-level OTD is accredited and therefore does meet state requirements for obtaining professional licensure. The post-professional OTD only enrolls students who already hold professional licensure.

For more information on if this program meets individual state and US territory requirements, please review the Licensure Disclosure for Occupational Therapy Doctorate (PDF).

Graduate Certificate in Human Resource Management

The Bachelor of Science in Business Administration – Human Resource Management Concentration (BSBA-HRM) and the Master of Science in Business Communication — Human Resource Management concentration (MSBC-HRM) are officially recognized as fully aligned with SHRM guidelines and standards. SHRM alignment ensures that the program prepares its students within SHRM’s recommended guidelines for Human Resource education at the graduate level across all states and territories. Graduating BSBA-HRM and MSBC-HRM students who qualify are eligible to sit for the SHRM-CP exam. To qualify, students must be in their final semester of coursework from a SHRM aligned program (BSBA-HRM and MSBC-HRM), be in good standing for graduation, and have a minimum of direct hours of hands on, real world HR experience. In order to complete the Graduate Certificate in Human Resource Management (CERT-HRM), a student must first hold a Bachelor’s degree in any field. The CERT-HRM does not provide all SHRM recommended guidelines and therefore is not SHRM aligned. Not being SHRM aligned does not preclude a student from sitting for the SHRM-CP exam and achieving SHRM-CP certification.

If interested in such certification, Spalding University strongly recommends that you review the qualification requirements before enrolling in the graduate certificate.

For more information on if this program meets individual state and US territory requirements, please review the Certification Disclosure for Human Resource Management (PDF).

Post-Bachelor Certificate in Accounting

The successful completion of the Uniform CPA Exam is a requirement in all United States jurisdictions in order to obtain licensure as a CPA. Other requirements, such as education and experience requirements, may vary for each state or jurisdiction.

The Bachelor of Science in Accounting (BSA) and the Post-Bachelor Certificate in Accounting (CERT-ACCT) meet the educational requirements to sit for the Uniform CPA Exam in all states and territories except Arkansas, Illinois, Kansas, Nebraska, North Mariana Islands, Ohio, Oklahoma, Oregon, Puerto Rico, South Dakota, Texas, Washington, and Wisconsin. The BSA and the CERT-ACCT do not meet the requirements for full licensure as requirements for full licensure can include but are not limited to 150 total semester hours, post-graduation examinations, reference checks, and/or criminal background checks. Since a Bachelor’s degree in accounting is required to enroll in the Master of Science in Business Communication – Accounting Concentration (MSBC-ACCT), the MSBC-ACCT alone does not meet the educational requirements to sit for the Uniform CPA Exam in all states and territories.

Spalding University strongly recommends that you inquire with your applicable licensing board to determine all of the educational and other requirements for licensure before enrolling in the program.

For more information on if this program meets individual state and US territory requirements, please review the Licensure Disclosure for Post-bachelor Certificate in Accounting (PDF).

Post-Bachelor Certificate in Financial Planning

The Bachelor of Science in Business Administration — Financial Planning concentration (BSBA-FP) and the Post-Bachelor’s Certificate in Financial Planning (CERT-FP) meet the educational requirements to sit for the Certified Financial Planning (CFP) or Accredited Financial Counselor (AFC) exam in all states and territories, as this is a national certification. The BSBA-FP and CERT-FP do not meet the requirements for full certification as professional experience hours are required.

For more information on if this program meets individual state and US territory requirements, please review the Licensure Disclosure for Post-bachelor Certificate in Financial Planning (PDF).

Spalding University strongly recommends that you inquire with your applicable licensing board to determine all of the educational and other requirements for licensure, before enrolling in the program. Other requirements may include, but are not limited to, additional post-graduation examinations or experience, application and licensing fees, criminal background checks, reference checks, fingerprint submissions, etc. To inquire as to other requirements, or ask any other questions regarding licensure, please contact the licensing board in your state by clicking on the link to the agency in the disclosures below.

Please note that licensure requirements are always subject to change. While a program may originally meet the educational requirements for licensure, changes in requirements could impact the program’s ability to meet any new educational requirements. While Spalding University will confirm the licensure requirements on a routine basis, we strongly recommend that you inquire with the state/territory board to confirm that you understand and will meet the requirements for licensure before enrolling in your program of choice. Please note that relocating while completing your program could impact whether you will meet the eligibility requirement for licensure. Please check with the state where you will be seeking licensure before relocating to ensure that you will be eligible for licensure or reciprocity.

Students seeking to resolve a complaint regarding their online program should see our complaint policy listed here in the university catalog.