Professional Licensure Disclosure
The National Council for State Authorization Reciprocity Agreement (NC-SARA) is a private nonprofit organization [501(c)(3)] that helps expand students’ access to educational opportunities and ensure more efficient, consistent, and effective regulation of distance education programs. Gordon College is approved to participate in and operate under the terms and standards of SARA through the Commonwealth of Massachusetts.
Institutions offering distance education must clearly identify which programs and courses are required for professional licensure. For state-specific licensure information, please select your desired program from the list below.
Education
In Massachusetts, the licensure agency is the Commonwealth of Massachusetts Department of Elementary and Secondary Education. All Gordon College students completing a teacher education program are urged to apply for a teaching license in Massachusetts. The possession of a Massachusetts teacher license may be helpful in obtaining a teaching license in another state or territory.
Massachusetts is a member of the National Association of State Directors of Teacher Education and Certification (NASDTEC). Graduates of Gordon College programs are eligible to obtain an initial teaching license in the member states and territories on the basis of this Interstate Agreement. However, Gordon College does not make final determinations about whether the program leads to professional licensure in states outside of Massachusetts. Some states may require additional tests or coursework. To determine whether Gordon's educational program will lead to professional licensure in your state, please contact your state's department of education.
Learn more about NASDTEC including a listing of member states on the Herschend School of Education Licensure page.
Psychology
General Professional Licensure Disclosure
The 60-credit licensure pathway is designed to meet educational requirements for professional licensure in most jurisdictions; however, completion of the program alone does not guarantee licensure. Licensure requirements are determined by state licensing boards and typically include post-degree supervised experience, examinations, and other state-specific requirements. Students are responsible for reviewing licensure requirements in the jurisdiction where they intend to seek licensure.
The 36-credit non-licensure pathway does not meet educational requirements for clinical licensure.
Massachusetts Licensure Disclosure (LMHC - 262 CMR 2.00)
The Master of Arts in Clinical Mental Health Counseling is designed to meet the educational requirements for licensure as a Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts, as set forth in 262 CMR 2.00. Completion of this program alone does not guarantee licensure.
Licensure as an LMHC in Massachusetts requires, in addition to completion of an acceptable graduate degree, post-degree supervised clinical experience, successful completion of a Board-approved examination, and satisfaction of all requirements established by the Massachusetts Board of Allied Mental Health and Human Services Professions. The curriculum includes supervised practicum and internship experiences consistent with Massachusetts requirements for pre-degree clinical training. Final licensure eligibility is determined by the Board, and requirements are subject to change.
New England and other US states - Licensed Mental Health Counselor/Licensed Professional Counselor (LMHC/LPC) Disclosure
The program is designed to meet the educational requirements for general licensure as a Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) or Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) in all New England states as well as most other US state jurisdictions. LMHC/LPC licensure requirements vary by state and typically include post-degree supervised experience, a national counseling examination, and state-specific requirements. Students are responsible for confirming licensure requirements in the state where they intend to seek LMHC/LPC licensure.
Vermont, Maine and other US states - Psychologist-Masters (PM) and Licensed Psychological Associate (LPA) Disclosure
The program is designed to support educational preparation relevant to licensure as a Licensed Psychologist-Master (PM) in Vermont and Licensed Psychological Associate (LPA) in Maine as well as other US state jurisdictions that support these licensures. Completion of the program alone does not guarantee licensure. LPA licensure requirements are determined by each State and may include additional supervised experience, examinations, and scope-of-practice conditions. Students intending to pursue PM or LPA licensure are responsible for confirming current requirements with the appropriate licensing authority.
Accreditation Status
The program is fully accredited with the New England Commission of Higher Education (NECHE) and aligned with the American Psychological Association (APA).