Professional Licensure Information
Professional designations such as "licensed," "registered," and "certified" are a type of formal acknowledgment of competence in a given occupation or profession and may or may not be required for employment in a given field. These designations are typically conveyed to a person by a regulatory body or professional association, and individuals must complete various requirements to become eligible to receive and maintain the designation. Eligibility for professional designations varies by occupation and location and often involves more than successful degree completion (such as submitting an application, passing an examination, paying an entrance/application fee, or providing evidence of work experience). Some professional designations do not require degree completion to obtain.
Licensure Programs
American Sign Language - English Interpreting, AAS
EICC's Associate of Applied Science in American Sign Language - English Interpreting is designed to prepare students for a career as a licensed Sign Language Interpreter.
The ASL-EI program prepares students to sit for the following nationally recognized certification exams:
- Educational Interpreter Performance Assessment (EIPA)
- The Registry of Interpreters for the Deaf (RID) National Interpreter Certification (NIC)
- Board of Evaluation of Interpreters (BEI) certification
Requirements for licensure for Sign Language Interpreters vary from state to state and often involve more than successful degree completion. Graduates who apply for licensure may need to satisfy other requirements, such as passing one of the national certification examinations to obtain certification from a national agency, completing an application, or paying a fee. Some states offer multiple pathways to achieve licensure.
EICC makes every effort to verify the information provided on requirements for licensure is accurate and up-to-date, however, these requirements are subject to change at any time. Students who will be seeking licensure as a Sign Language Interpreter are strongly encouraged to review the licensure requirements at the associated website, linked below where available, for the state in which they intend to practice.
States where program meets the educational requirements for licensure:
- Iowa, Iowa Board of Sign Language Interpreters and Transliterators
- Illinois, Illinois Deaf and Hard of Hearing Commission
States where program does not meet the educational requirements for licensure:
States where a determination regarding the educational requirements for licensure has not yet been made: Alabama, Alaska, Arizona, Arkansas, California, Colorado, Connecticut, Delaware, Florida, Georgia, Hawaii, Idaho, Indiana, 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, Rhode Island, South Carolina, South Dakota, Tennessee, Texas, Utah, Vermont, Virginia, Washington, West Virginia, Wisconsin, Wyoming
View list of states that are undetermined as to whether the program meets state requirements.
Associate Degree Nursing, AAS
EICC's Associate of Applied Science in Associate Degree Nursing academically prepares students for a career as a licensed Registered Nurse.
Requirements for licensure for Registered Nurses may vary from state to state and may involve more than successful degree completion and passing the NCLEX-RN exam. Graduates who apply for licensure may need to satisfy other requirements, such as completing an application, or paying a fee. Some states offer multiple pathways to achieve licensure.
EICC makes every effort to verify the information provided on requirements for licensure is accurate and up-to-date, however, these requirements are subject to change at any time. Students who will be seeking licensure as a Registered Nurse are strongly encouraged to review the licensure requirements at the associated website, linked below where available, for the state in which they intend to practice.
States where program meets the educational requirements for licensure
States where program does not meet the educational requirements for licensure: .
States where a determination regarding the educational requirements for licensure has not yet been made: Alabama, Alaska, Arizona, Arkansas, California, Colorado, Connecticut, Delaware, Florida, Georgia, Hawaii, Idaho, Indiana, 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, Rhode Island, South Carolina, South Dakota, Tennessee, Texas, Utah, Vermont, Virginia, Washington, West Virginia, Wisconsin, Wyoming
Dental Assisting, Diploma
EICC's Diploma in Dental Assisting is designed to academically prepare students for a career as a Registered Dental Assistant.
The Dental Assisting program prepares students to sit for the Dental Assisting National Board (DANB) examination and the Iowa Board of Dental Examiners Radiography, Infection Control, and Jurisprudence State Board examinations.
Requirements for registration for Dental Assistants varies from state to state and may involve more than successful program completion, passing a national certification exam, and/or passing a state board exam. Graduates who apply for registration may need to satisfy other requirements, such as completing an application, or paying a fee. Some states offer multiple pathways to achieve registration.
EICC makes every effort to verify the information provided on requirements for licensure is accurate and up-to-date, however, these requirements are subject to change at any time. Students who will be seeking licensure as a Dental Assistant are strongly encouraged to review the licensure requirements at the associated website, linked below where available, for the state in which they intend to practice.
States where program meets the educational requirements for licensure
States where program does not meet the educational requirements for licensure: .
States where a determination regarding the educational requirements for licensure has not yet been made: Alabama, Alaska, Arizona, Arkansas, California, Colorado, Connecticut, Delaware, Florida, Georgia, Hawaii, Idaho, Indiana, 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, Rhode Island, South Carolina, South Dakota, Tennessee, Texas, Utah, Vermont, Virginia, Washington, West Virginia, Wisconsin, Wyoming
Medical Assistant, Diploma
EICC's Diploma in Medical Assistant is designed to prepare students for a career as a Certified Medical Assistant.
The Medical Assistant program prepares students to sit for National Center for Competency Testing (NCCT) Medical Assistant Certification Exam. Student taking an extra, optional course are also eligible to sit for the Registered Medical Assistant (RMA) Exam. The Medical Assistant program meets the educational prerequisite to sitting for the exams.
Medical assisting is not typically a state licensed or registered profession. This means that while most employers require or prefer a recognized certification, medical assistants may not need specific credentials to practice in the field.
EICC makes every effort to verify the information provided on requirements for licensure is accurate and up-to-date, however, these requirements are subject to change at any time.
Practical Nursing, Diploma
EICC's Diploma in Practical Nursing is designed to academically prepare students for a career as a Licensed Practical Nurse.
The Practical Nursing diploma program prepares students to sit for the National Council Licensure Examination for Practical Nurses (NCLEX-PN). Students must have graduated from an approved program of academic study prior to sitting for the NCLEX-PN examination.
Requirements for licensure for Practical Nurses may vary from state to state and may involve more than successful degree completion and passing the NCLEX-PN exam. Graduates who apply for licensure may need to satisfy other requirements, such as completing an application, or paying a fee. Some states offer multiple pathways to achieve licensure.
EICC makes every effort to verify the information provided on requirements for licensure is accurate and up-to-date, however, these requirements are subject to change at any time. Students who will be seeking licensure as a Practical Nurse are strongly encouraged to review the licensure requirements at the associated website, linked below where available, for the state in which they intend to practice.
States where program meets the educational requirements for licensure
States where program does not meet the educational requirements for licensure: .
States where a determination regarding the educational requirements for licensure has not yet been made: Alabama, Alaska, Arizona, Arkansas, California, Colorado, Connecticut, Delaware, Florida, Georgia, Hawaii, Idaho, Indiana, 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, Rhode Island, South Carolina, South Dakota, Tennessee, Texas, Utah, Vermont, Virginia, Washington, West Virginia, Wisconsin, Wyoming
Find other states at ncsbn.org.
Radiologic Technology, AAS
EICC's Associate of Applied Science in Radiologic Technology is designed to prepare students for a career as a licensed Radiologic Technologist.
The Radiologic Technology program prepares students to sit for the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists® (ARRT®) Radiography Examination. Students must have earned an associate degree or higher and have completed an AART-approved educational program prior to sitting for the exam.
Requirements for licensure for Radiologic Technologists may vary from state to state and may involve more than successful degree completion and passing the national certification exam. Graduates who apply for licensure may need to satisfy other requirements, such as completing an application, or paying a fee. Some states offer multiple pathways to achieve licensure.
EICC makes every effort to verify the information provided on requirements for licensure is accurate and up-to-date, however, these requirements are subject to change at any time. Students who will be seeking licensure as a Radiologic Technologist are strongly encouraged to review the licensure requirements at the associated website, linked below where available, for the state in which they intend to practice.
States where program meets the educational requirements for licensure
States where program does not meet the educational requirements for licensure: .
States where a determination regarding the educational requirements for licensure has not yet been made: Alabama, Alaska, Arizona, Arkansas, California, Colorado, Connecticut, Delaware, Florida, Georgia, Hawaii, Idaho, Indiana, 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, Rhode Island, South Carolina, South Dakota, Tennessee, Texas, Utah, Vermont, Virginia, Washington, West Virginia, Wisconsin, Wyoming
Surgical Technology, AAS
EICC's Associate of Applied Science in Surgical Technology is designed to prepare students for a career as a certified or licensed Surgical Technologist.
The Surgical Technology program prepares students to sit for the National Board of Surgical Technology and Surgical Assisting (NBSTSA) Certified Surgical Technologist (CST) Examination. Students must have completed a Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs (CAAHEP) approved educational program prior to sitting for the exam.
State licensure is not required for Surgical Technologists in all states and requirements may vary from state to state. Requirements may involve more than successful degree completion and passing the national certification exam. Graduates who apply for licensure may need to satisfy other requirements, such as completing an application, or paying a fee. Some states offer multiple pathways to achieve licensure.
EICC makes every effort to verify the information provided on requirements for licensure is accurate and up-to-date, however, these requirements are subject to change at any time. Students who will be seeking licensure as a Surgical Technologist are strongly encouraged to review the licensure requirements at the associated website, linked below where available, for the state in which they intend to practice.
States where program meets the educational requirements for licensure
- Iowa. There is no state licensure requirement for Surgical Technologists in Iowa, though most hospitals require CST certification.
- Illinois. Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation
States where program does not meet the educational requirements for licensure: .
States where a determination regarding the educational requirements for licensure has not yet been made: Alabama, Alaska, Arizona, Arkansas, California, Colorado, Connecticut, Delaware, Florida, Georgia, Hawaii, Idaho, Indiana, 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, Rhode Island, South Carolina, South Dakota, Tennessee, Texas, Utah, Vermont, Virginia, Washington, West Virginia, Wisconsin, Wyoming
Educator Preparation Programs
EICC's transfer majors in Early Childhood Teacher Licensure, Elementary Education, and Secondary Education are intended to prepare students to transfer into teacher licensure baccalaureate programs at partnering institutions. The EICC transfer major does not lead to licensure or certification at the associate degree level.