Professional Licensure Disclosures

The University of St. Thomas offers several programs leading to professional licensure within the State of Minnesota. Professional licensure requirements vary from state to state. Students who intend to pursue professional licensure outside of the State of Minnesota should contact the appropriate agency to seek guidance and information confirming licensing requirements. Students should be aware that licensure requirements are subject to change periodically and may include educational or degree requirements, professional examinations, background checks, character and fitness qualifications, work experience, fingerprinting, and other requirements.

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The Bachelor of Science in Education program at the University of St. Thomas is designed to meet the licensure standards set by the Minnesota Professional Educator Licensing and Standards Board (PELSB). The program cannot make a determination that its curriculum meets requirements for licensure outside of the State of Minnesota. 

The Master of Arts in Education program at the University of St. Thomas is designed to meet the licensure standards set by the Minnesota Professional Educator Licensing and Standards Board (PELSB). The program cannot make a determination that its curriculum meets requirements for licensure outside of the State of Minnesota. 

The Educational Specialist programs at the University of St. Thomas is designed to meet the licensure standards set by the Minnesota Board of School Administrators (BOSA). The program cannot make a determination that its curriculum meets requirements for licensure outside of the State of Minnesota. 

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The Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) program at the University of St. Thomas is designed to meet the licensure standards set by the Minnesota Board of Nursing. The BSN has received initial approval from the Minnesota Board of Nursing and will be granted continuing approval upon receiving initial accreditation by a national nursing accrediting body. The School of Nursing is seeking accreditation for the BSN from the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (CCNE) prior to the first class of students graduating. The program cannot make a determination that its curriculum meets requirements for licensure outside of the State of Minnesota until CCNE accreditation is awarded.

The Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) program at the University of St. Thomas is designed to meet the licensure standards set by the Minnesota Board of Nursing. The MSN has received initial approval from the Minnesota Board of Nursing and will be granted continuing approval upon receiving initial accreditation by a national nursing accrediting body. The School of Nursing is seeking accreditation for the MSN from the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (CCNE) prior to the first class of students graduating. The program cannot make a determination that its curriculum meets requirements for licensure outside of the State of Minnesota until CCNE accreditation is awarded.

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If you have questions, please email Dr. Tonia Bock, Associate Vice Provost for Accreditation, Assessment and Curriculum.