VU LICENSURE & CERTIFICATION PROGRAMS
VU LICENSURE & CERTIFICATION PROGRAMS
Vincennes University’s professional licensure and certification programs are designed to prepare students for certification or licensure in the state of Indiana. Licensure and certification requirements vary by state and territory and can often change. Students who either reside in another state or territory or wish to obtain licensure or certification in a state or territory other than Indiana may or may not have additional study, education, or training requirements. More information about these programs and their associated licensures and certifications may be found below.
Vincennes University has not made a determination that the curricula of the program above meets the educational requirements for licensure or certification in all states or territories other than Indiana.
Learn more about the Auto Body Repair Certificate
Professional Licensure / Certification
This program prepares students for I-CAR certification, which is a nationally recognized certification valid in all 50 US states.
Vincennes University has not made a determination that the curricula of the program above meets the educational requirements for licensure/certification in all states or territories other than Indiana.
Learn more about the Aviation Flight Technology Certificate
Professional Licensure / Certification
This program offers the ground school and flight instruction for the Federal Aviation Administration Commercial Pilot flight test with instrument rating. Students may elect to obtain the Certified Flight Instructor (CFI). This is a federal certification which covers all states.
Indiana Flight District Standards Office
1201 Columbia Rd, Suite 101
Plainfield, IN 46168
Phone: 317-837-4400
Vincennes University has not made a determination that the curricula of the program above meets the educational requirements for licensure or certification in all states or territories other than Indiana.
Learn more about the Aviation Flight Technology degree
Professional Licensure / Certification
This program offers the ground school and flight instruction for the Federal Aviation Administration's Commercial Pilot certification, including Private pilot certification and Instrument and Multi-engine ratings. This is a federal certification which covers all states.
Indiana Flight District Standards Office
1201 Columbia Rd, Suite 101
Plainfield, IN 46168
Phone: 317-837-4400
Vincennes University has not made a determination that the curricula of the program above meets the educational requirements for licensure/certification in all states or territories other than Indiana.
Learn more about the Aviation Maintenance Technology - Airframe Certificate.
Professional Licensure / Certification
This program leads the student to an Airframe Technician Rating through the Federal Aviation Administration. This is a federal certification which covers all states.
Indiana Flight District Standards Office
1201 Columbia Rd, Suite 101
Plainfield, IN 46168
Phone: 317-837-4400
Vincennes University has not made a determination that the curricula of the program above meets the educational requirements for licensure/certification in all states or territories other than Indiana.
Learn more about the Aviation Maintenance Technology - Airframe Concentration degree.
Professional Licensure / Certification
This program leads the student to an Airframe and Powerplant Technician Rating (A&P) through the Federal Aviation Administration. This is a federal certification which covers all states.
Indiana Flight District Standards Office
1201 Columbia Rd, Suite 101
Plainfield, IN 46168
Phone: 317-837-4400
Vincennes University has not made a determination that the curricula of the program above meets the educational requirements for licensure/certification in all states or territories other than Indiana.
Learn more about the Aviation Maintenance Technology - Powerplant Add-on Certificate.
Professional Licensure / Certification
Successful completion of the program and the required FAA exams leads the student to add-on a Powerplant Technician Rating to an existing Airframe Technician Rating through the Federal Aviation Administration. This is a federal certification which covers all states.
Indiana Flight District Standards Office
1201 Columbia Rd, Suite 101
Plainfield, IN 46168
Phone: 317-837-4400
Vincennes University has not made a determination that the curricula of the program above meets the educational requirements for licensure/certification in all states or territories other than Indiana.
Learn more about the Aviation Maintenance Technology - Powerplant Concentration degree.
Professional Licensure / Certification
Successful completion of the program and the required FAA exams leads the student to an Airframe and Powerplant Technician Rating (A&P) through the Federal Aviation Administration. This is a federal certification which covers all states.
Indiana Flight District Standards Office
1201 Columbia Rd, Suite 101
Plainfield, IN 46168
Phone: 317-837-4400
Vincennes University has not made a determination that the curricula of the program above meets the educational requirements for licensure/certification in all states or territories other than Indiana.
Learn more about the Aviation Maintenance Technology degree.
Professional Licensure / Certification
Successful completion of the program and the required FAA exams leads the student to an Airframe and Powerplant Technician Rating (A&P) through the Federal Aviation Administration. This is a federal certification which covers all states.
Indiana Flight District Standards Office
1201 Columbia Rd, Suite 101
Plainfield, IN 46168
Phone: 317-837-4400
Vincennes University has not made a determination that the curricula of the program above meets the educational requirements for licensure or certification in all states other than Indiana.
Learn more about the Collision Repair and Refinishing degree.
Professional Licensure / Certification
This program prepares students for I-CAR certification, which is a nationally recognized certification valid in all 50 US states.
Vincennes University has not made a determination of whether the curricula of the program above meets the educational requirements for licensure/certification in any states/territories other than Indiana.
Learn more about the Cosmetology degree.
Professional Licensure / Certification
Upon completion of this program, graduates are eligible for state licensure.
Indiana Professional Licensing Agency
State Board Of Cosmetology and Barber Examiners
402 W. Washington Street, Room W072
Indianapolis, Indiana 46204
Phone: 317-234-3031
Vincennes University has not made a determination of whether the curricula of the program above meets the educational requirements for licensure or certification in any states or territories other than Indiana.
Learn more about the Education - Mathematics Concentration degree and program accreditation.
Professional Licensure / Certification
Program graduates are eligible to take the Indiana licensure examination for mathematics teachers for grades 5-12. Indiana has reciprocal licensure agreements with over 30 other states.
Indiana Department of Education
Office of Educator Licensing
Phone: 317-232-9010
Email: licensinghelp@doe.in.gov
Vincennes University has not made a determination of whether the curricula of the program above meets the educational requirements for licensure or certification in any states or territories other than Indiana.
Learn more about the Education - Science Concentration degree and program accreditation.
Professional Licensure / Certification
In Science Education there are four different ways in which students can prepare for licensure. We have as the major Chemistry with three concentrations of Earth/Space Science, Biology, and Physics. Pursuing a degree in one of these areas provides students an opportunity to apply for licensure in Indiana in that content area for grades 5-12.
Indiana Department of Education
Office of Educator Licensing
Phone: 317-232-9010
Email: licensinghelp@doe.in.gov
Vincennes University has not made a determination of whether the curricula of the program above meets the educational requirements for licensure or certification in any states or territories other than Indiana.
Learn more about the Education - Science - Biology Concentration degree and program accreditation.
Professional Licensure / Certification
In Science Education there are four different ways in which students can prepare for licensure. We have as the major Chemistry with three concentrations of Earth/Space Science, Biology, and Physics. Pursuing a degree in one of these areas provides students an opportunity to apply for licensure in Indiana in that content area for grades 5-12.
Indiana Department of Education
Office of Educator Licensing
Phone: 317-232-9010
Email: licensinghelp@doe.in.gov
Vincennes University has not made a determination of whether the curricula of the program above meets the educational requirements for licensure or certification in any states or territories other than Indiana.
Learn more about the Education - Science - Earth and Space Science Concentration degree and program accreditation.
Professional Licensure / Certification
In Science Education there are four different ways in which students can prepare for licensure. We have as the major Chemistry with three concentrations of Earth/Space Science, Biology, and Physics. Pursuing a degree in one of these areas provides students an opportunity to apply for licensure in Indiana in that content area for grades 5-12.
Indiana Department of Education
Office of Educator Licensing
Phone: 317-232-9010
Email: licensinghelp@doe.in.gov
Vincennes University has not made a determination of whether the curricula of the program above meets the educational requirements for licensure or certification in any states or territories other than Indiana.
Learn more about the Education - Science - Physics Concentration degree and program accreditation.
Professional Licensure / Certification
In Science Education there are four different ways in which students can prepare for licensure. We have as the major Chemistry with three concentrations of Earth/Space Science, Biology, and Physics. Pursuing a degree in one of these areas provides students an opportunity to apply for licensure in Indiana in that content area for grades 5-12.
Indiana Department of Education
Office of Educator Licensing
Phone: 317-232-9010
Email: licensinghelp@doe.in.gov
Vincennes University has not made a determination of whether the curricula of the program above meets the educational requirements for licensure or certification in any states or territories other than Indiana.
Learn more about the Education - Special Education, Mild Interventions K-12 degree and program accreditation.
Professional Licensure / Certification
The undergraduate program in Special Education is a course of study leading to a Bachelor of Science degree and a standard Indiana license in Exceptional Needs: Mild Interventions, K-12 (learning disabilities, emotional disabilities and mild mental disabilities) and/or a standard Indiana license in elementary.
Indiana Department of Education
Office of Educator Licensing
Phone: 317-232-9010
Email: licensinghelp@doe.in.gov
Vincennes University has not made a determination of whether the curricula of the program above meets the educational requirements for licensure or certification in any states or territories other than Indiana.
Learn more about the Fire Science and Safety Technology degree.
Professional Licensure / Certification
Students have the opportunity to earn certifications through the Indiana Department of Homeland Security as well as FEMA-National Incident Management System (NIMS) certifications. Certifications included in this degree are Firefighter I, Firefighter II, Technical Rescue Awareness, Emergency Medical Technician, Hazardous Materials Awareness, Hazardous Materials Operations, Fire Officer Strategies and Tactics, and NIMS 100, 200, 700 and 800.
Indiana Dept. of Homeland Security
Indiana Government Center-South, Room E208
302 W. Washington St.
Indianapolis, IN 46204-2739
Phone: 1-800-666-7784
Email: firecertifications@dhs.in.gov
Vincennes University has not made a determination of whether the curricula of the program above meets the educational requirements for licensure or certification in any states or territories other than Indiana.
Learn more about the Funeral Service Education degree and program accreditation.
Professional Licensure / Certification
This program leads to licensure in the state of Indiana. Students who are awarded the Funeral Service Education associates degree will be prepared to take the National Board Exam for Funeral Service Directors / Embalmers. Funeral Service professionals in Indiana are regulated by the Indiana State Board of Funeral & Cemetery Service:
Indiana State Board of Funeral & Cemetery Service
402 W. Washington St., Rm W072
Indianapolis, IN 46204
Phone: 317-234-3031
Email: pla12@pla.in.gov
Licensure requirements may vary by state. Individuals must pass the national board exam, and then complete an internship in the specific state he/she intends to take the state licensing exam. Due to the nature of health occupations legislation regarding licensure in other states, individuals who would like to obtain license in other states should contact directly the regulatory body in the specific state of interest. Information for individual state licensure requirements are available at the NFDA website. The International Conference of Funeral Service Examining Boards also provides information on licensing regulations.
Vincennes University has not made a determination of whether the curricula of the program above meets the educational requirements for licensure or certification in any states or territories other than Indiana.
Learn about the Health Information Management program admission requirements, standards of progress, accreditation, and pass rates.
Professional Licensure / Certification
This program leads to certification as a Registered Health Information Technician (RHIT). Students awarded the Health Information Management associates degree will be prepared to take the National Certification Exam for RHIT. Detailed information regarding the exam is available on the AHIMA website. The standards required for RHIT certification are uniform across all states/districts. Individual employers determine whether or not they require potential health information management employees to have RHIT certification.
Vincennes University has not made a determination of whether the curricula of the program above meets the educational requirements for licensure/certification in any states/territories other than Indiana.
Learn more about the Horticulture degree.
Professional Licensure / Certification
This program prepares students for certification as an Indiana Accredited Horticulturist and certification in Indiana Pesticide Applicator Core, Category 3a, and Category 3b.
Vincennes University has not made a determination of whether the curricula of the program above meets the educational requirements for licensure or certification in any states or territories other than Indiana.
Learn about the Medical Coding program admission requirements, standards of progress, accreditation, and pass rates.
Professional Licensure / Certification
Graduates of the Medical Coding Certificate program would be qualified to seek employment as medical coders. Graduates can sit for the Certified Coding Associate (CCA) certification through the American Health Information Management Association (AHIMA). Detailed information regarding the exam is available on the AHIMA website. The standards required for CCA certification are uniform across all states/districts. Individual employers determine whether or not they require potential medical coding employees to have CCA certification. This program can also take graduates right into the Health Information Management (HIM) associate degree program here at VU as they will already have 26 credits from the HIM program.
Vincennes University has not made a determination of whether the curricula of the program above meets the educational requirements for licensure or certification in any states or territories other than Indiana.
Learn more about the Nursing Associate of Science degree and program accreditation.
Professional Licensure / Certification
Graduates are eligible to take the National Council Licensure Examination for Registered Nurses (NCLEX-RN) to become Registered Nurses (RNs). The nursing profession in Indiana is regulated by the Indiana State Board of Nursing.
Indiana State Board of Nursing
402 W. Washington Street, Room W072
Indianapolis, Indiana 46204
Phone: 317-234-2043
Vincennes University has not made a determination of whether the curricula of the program above meets the educational requirements for licensure or certification in any states or territories other than Indiana.
Learn more about the Nursing, ASN Completion Concentration for Licensed Practical Nurses degree and program accreditation.
Professional Licensure / Certification
Graduates of the Associate of Science Nursing Program earn an Associate of Science in Nursing and are eligible to take the National Council Licensure Examination for Registered Nurses (NCLEX-RN). The nursing profession in Indiana is regulated by the Indiana State Board of Nursing.
Indiana State Board of Nursing
402 W. Washington Street, Room W072
Indianapolis, Indiana 46204
Phone: 317-234-2043
Vincennes University has not made a determination of whether the curricula of the program above meets the educational requirements for licensure or certification in any states or territories other than Indiana.
Learn more about the Practical Nursing certificate program and program accreditation.
Professional Licensure / Certification
This program prepares students to be eligible to take the National Council Licensure Examination for Practical Nurses (NCLEX-PN) to become Licensed Practical Nurses (LPN).
The nursing profession in Indiana is regulated by the Indiana State Board of Nursing.
Indiana State Board of Nursing
402 W. Washington Street, Room W072
Indianapolis, Indiana 46204
Phone: 317-234-2043
Vincennes University has not made a determination of whether the curricula of the program above meets the educational requirements for licensure or certification in any states or territories other than Indiana.
Learn more about the Nursing LPN-BSN Completion Concentration degree and program accreditation.
Professional Licensure / Certification
This program prepares students to be eligible to take the National Council Licensure Examination for Registered Nurses (NCLEX-RN) to become Registered Nurses (RNs).
The nursing profession in Indiana is regulated by the Indiana State Board of Nursing.
Indiana State Board of Nursing
402 W. Washington Street, Room W072
Indianapolis, Indiana 46204
Phone: 317-234-2043
Vincennes University has not made a determination of whether the curricula of the program above meets the educational requirements for licensure or certification in any states or territories other than Indiana.
Learn more about the Pharmacy Technology (ASCT) program admission requirements, standards of progress, accreditation, and pass rates.
Professional Licensure / Certification
This program leads to licensure as a Pharmacy Technician in the state of Indiana. Students awarded the Pharmacy Technology associate degree will be prepared to take the National Pharmacy Technician Certification Exam (PTCE). Pharmacy Technicians in Indiana are regulated by the Indiana Board of Pharmacy.
Indiana Board of Pharmacy
402 W Washington St, Room W072
Indianapolis, IN 46204-2739
Phone: 317-234-2067
Email: pla4@pla.IN.gov
Licensure requirements or transferability will vary by state. Due to the nature of health occupations legislation regarding licensure in other states, individuals who would like to obtain license in other states should contact directly the Board of Pharmacy in the specific state of interest. Information for individual state licensure or transfer requirements are available at the NABP website.
Vincennes University has not made a determination of whether the curricula of the program above meets the educational requirements for licensure or certification in any states or territories other than Indiana.
Learn more about the Pharmacy Technology (CG) program admission requirements, standards of progress, accreditation, and pass rates.
Professional Licensure / Certification
This program prepares technicians for the Pharmacy Technician Certification Exam (PTCE) and the Certified Compound Sterile Preparation Technician (CSPT) exam through the Pharmacy Technician Certification Board (PTCB), as well as become licensed Pharmacy Technicians in the state of Indiana. Pharmacy Technicians in Indiana are regulated by the Indiana Board of Pharmacy.
Indiana Board of Pharmacy
402 W Washington St, Room W072
Indianapolis, IN 46204-2739
Phone: 317-234-2067
Email: pla4@pla.IN.gov
Licensure requirements or transferability will vary by state. Due to the nature of health occupations legislation regarding licensure in other states, individuals who would like to obtain license in other states should contact directly the Board of Pharmacy in the specific state of interest. Information for individual state licensure or transfer requirements are available at the NABP website.
Vincennes University has not made a determination of whether the curricula of the program above meets the educational requirements for licensure or certification in any states or territories other than Indiana.
Learn more about the Pharmacy Technology (CPC) program admission requirements, standards of progress, accreditation, and pass rates.
Professional Licensure / Certification
This program fulfills the Indiana training requirement for Pharmacy Technicians and prepares students to take the National Pharmacy Technician Exam. Pharmacy Technicians in Indiana are regulated by the Indiana Board of Pharmacy.
Indiana Board of Pharmacy
402 W Washington St, Room W072
Indianapolis, IN 46204-2739
Phone: 317-234-2067
Email: pla4@pla.IN.gov
Licensure requirements or transferability will vary by state. Due to the nature of health occupations legislation regarding licensure in other states, individuals who would like to obtain license in other states should contact directly the Board of Pharmacy in the specific state of interest. Information for individual state licensure or transfer requirements are available at the NABP website.
Vincennes University has not made a determination of whether the curricula of the program above meets the educational requirements for licensure or certification in any states or territories other than Indiana.
Learn more about the Physical Therapist Assistant degree and program accreditation.
Professional Licensure / Certification
This program prepares graduates to take the National PTA exam to become licensed physical therapist assistants. In the state of Indiana, licensing of physical therapist assistants is overseen by the Indiana Physical Therapy Board.
Indiana Physical Therapy Board
402 W. Washington Street, Room W072
Indianapolis, Indiana 46204
Vincennes University has made a determination that the curricula of the program above meets the educational requirements for licensure or certification in all 50 states.
Learn more about the Surgical Technology degree and program accreditation.
Professional Licensure / Certification
Upon successful program completion, graduates will be eligible to sit for the national certification exam administered by the National Board of Surgical Technology and Surgical Assisting (NBSTSA).
The following states have passed law related to the education and certification of Surgical Technologists: Indiana, Idaho, Massachusetts, Nevada, New Jersey, New York, Oregon, Pennsylvania, South Carolina, Tennessee, Texas, and Virginia. Legislation is currently under way in other states to require the same.
The following states require Surgical Technologists to register in order to work in the state: Colorado, North Dakota, and Washington.
The following states offer optional registration/title protection for Surgical Technologists: Arkansas and Illinois. In all of these states, you must be a Certified Surgical Technologist to qualify for registry/title protection.
Vincennes University has not made a determination of whether the curricula of the program above meets the educational requirements for licensure or certification in any states or territories other than Indiana.
Learn more about the Surveying Technology (ASCT) degree.
Professional Licensure / Certification
Upon successful program completion, graduates are eligible for professional licensure upon meeting all state requirements.
In the state of Indiana, licensing of surveyors is overseen by the State Board of Registration for Professional Surveyors.
Indiana Professional Licensing Agency
Attention: State Board of Registration for Professional Surveyors
402 W. Washington Street, Room W072
Indianapolis, Indiana 46204
Phone: 317-234-3022
Email: pla10@pla.in.gov
State Authorization
Vincennes University (VU) is physically located in the state of Indiana. State authorization is what allows VU and other institutions to conduct certain educational activities outside of its home state.
Distance Education Specific Program Disclosures
Programs That Lead To Licensure
Online programs offered by Vincennes University that lead to licensure were designed to meet the educational requirements for licensure/certification/employment in the State of Indiana. Please see the entries below for each licensure program offered by Distance Education for information about pursuing said program while residing outside of the State of Indiana. If your state of residence or intendend state of employment is listed as an approved state for one of the programs below you may or may not be subject to additional study, education, licensure, or training requirements after completing VU's academic program.
Vincennes University Distance Education has determined that the Cosmetology Management
degree completion program is only available to Indiana residents. Learn more about the Cosmetology degree. Professional Licensure / Certification Upon completion of this program, graduates are eligible for state licensure. Indiana Professional Licensing Agency Vincennes University has reveiwed licensure/employment requirements for the following
states/territories and students who reside in these states/territories or plan to
seek employment in these states are approved to enroll in VU's Funeral Service Education
A.S.C.T. degree program: Illinois, Indiana, Kentucky, Michigan, Ohio, Oregon If you do not reside in or intend to seek employment in one of the above states/territories
your are currently NOT approved to enroll in VU's Funeral Service Education A.S.C.T.
degree program. If you would like to initiate a review of your state's/territory's licensure/employment
requirements to see if you can pursue our FSE program, you can do so by completing
the online admission application to VU Distance Education. (No application fee required.) The online application can be found here: https://connect.vinu.edu/apply/ The VU Health Information Management and Medical Coding programs allow a student to
sit for national certification exams. Learn about the Health Information Management program admission requirements, standards of progress, accreditation, and pass rates. Professional Licensure / Certification This program leads to certification as a Registered Health Information Technician
(RHIT). Students awarded the Health Information Management associates degree will
be prepared to take the National Certification Exam for RHIT. Detailed information
regarding the exam is available on the AHIMA website. The standards required for RHIT certification are uniform across all states/districts.
Individual employers determine whether or not they require potential health information
management employees to have RHIT certification. Learn about the Medical Coding program admission requirements, standards of progress, accreditation, and pass rates. Professional Licensure / Certification Graduates of the Medical Coding Certificate program would be qualified to seek employment
as medical coders. Graduates can sit for the Certified Coding Associate (CCA) certification
through the American Health Information Management Association (AHIMA). Detailed information regarding the exam is available on the AHIMA website. The standards required for CCA certification are uniform across all states/districts.
Individual employers determine whether or not they require potential medical coding
employees to have CCA certification. This program can also take graduates right into the Health Information Management
(HIM) associate degree program here at VU as they will already have 26 credits from
the HIM program. Vincennes University has reveiwed licensure/employment requirements for the following
states/territories and students who reside in these states/territories or plan to
seek employment in these states are approved to enroll in VU's Pharmacy Technology
programs: If you do not reside in or intend to seek employment in one of the above states/territories
your are currently NOT approved to enroll in one of VU's Pharmacy Technolgoy degree
programs. If you would like to initiate a review of your state's/territory's licensure/employment
requirements to see if you can pursue our Pharmacy Tech. programs, you can do so by
completing the online admission application to VU Distance Education. (No application
fee required.) The online application can be found here: https://connect.vinu.edu/apply/ Learn more about the Pharmacy Technology (ASCT) program admission requirements, standards of progress, accreditation, and pass rates. Professional Licensure / Certification This program leads to licensure as a Pharmacy Technician in the state of Indiana.
Students awarded the Pharmacy Technology associate degree will be prepared to take
the National Pharmacy Technician Certification Exam (PTCE). Pharmacy Technicians
in Indiana are regulated by the Indiana Board of Pharmacy. Indiana Board of Pharmacy Vincennes University has reveiwed licensure/employment requirements for the following
states/territories and students who reside in these states/territories or plan to
seek employment in these states are approved to enroll in VU's Surveying Technology
A.S.C.T. degree program: Illinois, Indiana, Kentucky, Michigan, Ohio If you do not reside in or intend to seek employment in one of the above states/territories
your are currently NOT approved to enroll in VU's Surveying Technology A.S.C.T. degree
program. If you would like to initiate a review of your state's/territory's licensure/employment
requirements to see if you can pursue our FSE program, you can do so by completing
the online admission application to VU Distance Education. (No application fee required.) The online application can be found here: https://connect.vinu.edu/apply/ Learn more about the Surveying Technology (ASCT) degree. Professional Licensure / Certification Upon successful program completion, graduates are eligible for professional licensure
upon meeting all state requirements. In the state of Indiana, licensing of surveyors is overseen by the State Board of Registration for Professional Surveyors. Indiana Professional Licensing Agency
State Board Of Cosmetology and Barber Examiners
402 W. Washington Street, Room W072
Indianapolis, Indiana 46204
Phone: 317-234-3031
Additional Resources:
Health Information Management
Medical Coding
Indiana
402 W Washington St, Room W072
Indianapolis, IN 46204-2739
Phone: 317-234-2067
Email: pla4@pla.IN.gov
Attention: State Board of Registration for Professional Surveyors
402 W. Washington Street, Room W072
Indianapolis, Indiana 46204
Phone: 317-234-3022
Email: pla10@pla.in.gov
Programs Not Designed To Lead To Licensure
The following online programs offered by Vincennes University Distance Education fall under industry sectors that typically require some sort of licensure or certification for employment. These programs on their own do not lead to an industry recognized license/certification. See each program entry for more information
This program is not specifically designed to provide a pathway for students to become
Certified Public Accountants.
More information about our Accounting program can be found here.
These programs are offered to VU students in order to allow graduates to transfer
to other institutions to pursue a baccalaureate degree in a field of Behavioral Science.
This program satisfies the Education, Elementary Transfer Single Articulation Pathway
(TSAP) created under Indiana Senate Enrolled Act 182 passed in 2013. Students selecting
this curriculum will begin their preparations for a career as elementary education
teachers in grades K through 6. These courses provide the first two years of a four-year
degree program leading to teacher licensing. The curriculum can also provide the foundation
for careers in a variety of child-care occupations other than teaching.
Early Childhood Education
This program satisfies the Education, Early Childhood Transfer Single Articulation
Pathway (TSAP) created under Indiana Senate Enrolled Act 182 passed in 2013. The State
of Indiana will soon require a 4-year teaching license for those wishing to teach
prekindergarten-aged children in state-funded programs. This license is also required
by those who operate certified private pre-school day-care centers and programs. Teachers
working for Indiana Head Start are presently required to have an associate degree
in Early Childhood Education or a related area. This major provides a good foundation
for those wishing to transfer to a four-year program in Early Childhood Education.
The A.S.C.T. degree program is designed for students wishing to begin employment immediately
upon receiving their degree.
The A.S. degree program is designed for students wishing to transfer to a baccalaureate
degree institution.
The Law Enforcement programs offered by VU Distance Education are NOT designed to
lead to any type of industry licensure/certification.
Completion of this program alone will NOT allow an individual to seek employment as
a Licensed Social Worker (LSW) or Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW).
This curriculum is the first two years of a four-year program and is designed to give
students a basic general education background and an introduction to the field of
social work. Social workers may be employed in the areas of family services, child
welfare, schools, medicine and psychiatry, or probation and parole.
VU does not offer B.S. or M.S. level Social Work degree programs, as our A.S. Social
Work program is especially designed to transfer to baccalaureate institutions in the
state of Indiana.
Baccalaureate institutions that are accredited by the Council on Social Work Education
have strict admission standards. Students should become familiar with the criteria
at the specific school to which they wish to transfer.
Human Services C.P.C.
This comprehensive one-year certificate program will appeal to individuals seeking
careers in the helping profession and prepare them to work in a variety of social
service settings. Students will have the opportunity to choose classes based on their
desire to work with youth and/or adults. For students seeking a higher behavioral
science degree, this certificate will allow for a smooth transition and offer applicable
courses to other academic options.
This program will prepare students to recognize addictions and understand treatment
and prevention options for substance abusers and their families. The program and coursework
are NOT designed to lead to a state certification or license in substance abuse.
Vincennes University is an approved participant in the NATIONAL COUNCIL FOR STATE AUTHORIZATION RECIPROCITY AGREEMENTS (NC-SARA). NC-SARA has worked with the SARA State Portal Entities (SPEs) and regional compacts to create a Professional Licensure Directory, which provides contact information for five programs that lead to a professional license (not all programs are offered via Distance Education): HTTPS://WWW.NC-SARA.ORG/PROFESSIONAL-LICENSURE-DIRECTORY.
