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Make the most of your degree from Capella University by earning an additional license, certificate, or endorsement. In most U.S. states and Canadian provinces, a professional license may be necessary for:
Knowing your career goals and your state's requirements is key to understanding which additional license, certificate, or endorsement — if any — you need. Capella offers degree programs that help prepare you to meet state licensing prerequisites.
Your enrollment counselor can help you decide how this program aligns with your professional goals and help you understand your state's unique requirements. However, we cannot guarantee licensure, certification, or endorsement.
Capella's licensure team is up-to-date on the licensing requirements in all 50 states and we have established relationships with state educator licensing offices.
Capella's licensure team supports all graduates through the license application process. This type of specialized support is available during your program, after graduation, and throughout your career.
An enrollment counselor who specializes in your program will provide specific information about educational requirements for licensure, certification, or endorsement in your state.
Each state licensing board, agency, or office creates rules or regulations that provide the specific details governing the profession, including licensing requirements. This process is defined by your state but typically involves some or all of the following:
It is crucial to understand the licensing process in your state. Your enrollment counselor is a valuable resource as you research your state’s requirements.
Capella University cannot guarantee licensure, certification, or endorsement. State regulations vary regarding professional licensure and salary benefits. It is each student’s responsibility to understand and comply with requirements for their state.
Requirements vary by state and the level of license. The requirements listed below are common across most states.
Each state has different licensing requirements that are governed by a specific group or agency such as the state department of education.
Additionally, you may want to research your state's requirements — the following resources may be helpful:
Because Capella University has students in all 50 states and numerous countries, we have designed our programs to meet national standards or accreditations recognized by many states and have also sought approvals specific to Arizona.
For most students, earning a degree from Capella is similar earning a degree at a university outside of their state and moving back to their home state to pursue professional license. Capella's enrollment counselors can provide specific information about unique educational requirements in your state.
Generally, states will accept another state's approved program or license, but there may be some additional requirements. This process is sometimes known as reciprocity. Reciprocity doesn't mean you can simply exchange your license in one state for a license in another. Reciprocity means that states are willing to accept graduates of another state's approved program, but still expect them to meet the same requirements as educators prepared in state.
Capella's enrollment counselors can provide specific information about unique education requirements in your state.
Some states offer a less traditional option for earning an administrator license. Generally, you must meet the same requirements as someone completing a degree program that is designed for administrator preparation — you just meet the requirements in a different way. For example, a licensure candidate may begin working as an assistant principal while still completing required coursework or training.
These alternative pathways require more than simply passing exams. You will also be required to complete specific coursework and training. If you're thinking of obtaining a license through an alternative route, carefully research the requirements and approved coursework providers for your state. Capella does not offer degree programs that will help you earn a license through one of these alternative pathways.
Capella University cannot guarantee licensure, certification, or endorsement. State regulations vary regarding professional licensure and salary benefits. It is each student’s responsibility to understand and comply with state requirements.