Professional Licensure or Certification Programs

The University of Miami offers the following programs that prepare students for professional licensure within a state or national professional certification in occupations that require such licensure or certification for employment. Requirements for professional licensure may vary significantly by state and can change periodically. They often include additional requirements beyond educational preparation, such as passing a licensure exam, completing a supervised professional experience, etc. If you plan to pursue professional licensure, we strongly recommend that you contact the state licensing agency in your home state, or in the state in which you plan to seek licensure, to determine the specific requirements needed. 

Please refer to the information below to determine if a UM program meets the educational requirements for professional licensure in your state or for national professional certification. Programs are listed by college/school. Click on the program name to view the professional licensure/certification information.

NOTE: The licensure information below applies to dual/joint degrees including any of the listed programs.

School of Architecture

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  • Bachelor of Architecture

    The Bachelor of Architecture program is accredited by the National Architectural Accreditation Board as a first professional degree in Architecture. In the United States, an accredited professional degree in Architecture is a common pre-requisite for professional licensure but the specific requirements for professional licensure vary by state.

    The Bachelor of Architecture program meets the educational requirements to apply for professional registration as an architect in the State of Florida as well as in all other states, the District of Columbia, Guam, Northern Mariana Islands, Puerto Rico, and the U.S. Virgin Islands. 

    The University of Miami has not determined whether the Bachelor of Architecture program meets the educational requirements to apply for professional registration as an architect in American Samoa, Federated States of Micronesia, Marshall Islands, or Palau.

    For information on the specific requirements to become a registered architect in your home state, use the NCARB Licensing Requirements Tool

  • Master of Architecture (2- and 3-year tracks)

    The Master of Architecture program is accredited by the National Architectural Accreditation Board as a first professional degree in Architecture. In the United States, an accredited professional degree in Architecture is a common pre-requisite for professional licensure but the specific requirements for professional licensure vary by state.

    The Master of Architecture program meets the educational requirements to apply for professional registration as an architect in the State of Florida as well as in all other states, the District of Columbia, Guam, Northern Mariana Islands, Puerto Rico, and the U.S. Virgin Islands.

    The University of Miami has not determined whether the Master of Architecture program meets the educational requirements to apply for professional registration as an architect in American Samoa, Federated States of Micronesia, Marshall Islands, or Palau.

    For information on the specific requirements to become a registered architect in your home state, use the NCARB Licensing Requirements Tool

College of Arts and Sciences

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  • Master of Science in Psychology: Applied Behavior Analysis Track

    The Master of Science in Psychology: Applied Behavior Analysis program meets the educational requirements to apply for national certification as a Board-Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) by the Behavior Analyst Certification Board (BACB).

    Behavioral Analysts do not require state licensure in Florida or in the following states and territories: American Samoa, Arkansas, California, Colorado, Delaware, District of Columbia, Guam, Idaho, Maine, Minnesota, Nebraska, New Hampshire, New Mexico, Northern Mariana Islands, Pennsylvania, Puerto Rico, South Carolina, Virgin Islands, and West Virginia.

    State licensure is required for Behavior Analysts in the following states: Alabama Alaska, Arizona, Connecticut, Georgia, Hawaii, Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Kansas, Kentucky, Louisiana, Maryland, Massachusetts, Michigan, Mississippi, Missouri, Montana, Nevada, New Jersey, New York, North Carolina, North Dakota, Ohio, Oklahoma, Oregon, Rhode Island, South Dakota, Tennessee, Texas, Utah, Vermont, Virginia, Washington, Wisconsin, and Wyoming. The University of Miami has not determined whether the Master of Science in Psychology: Applied Behavior Analysis program meets the educational requirements to apply for Behavior Analyst licensure in these states.

    For information on the specific requirements for Behavior Analyst licensure in your home state, refer to the BACB state licensure website. 

  • Doctor of Philosophy in Psychology (Clinical)

    The Doctor of Philosophy in Psychology (Clinical) program is accredited by the American Psychological Association.

    The Doctor of Philosophy in Psychology (Clinical) program meets the educational requirements to apply for licensure as a Psychologist in Florida.

    The University of Miami has not determined whether the Doctor of Philosophy in Psychology (Clinical) program meets the educational requirements to apply for licensure as a Psychologist outside of Florida.

    For information on the specific requirements to apply for licensure in your home state, use the Association of State and Provincial Psychology Boards (ASPPB) web directory of Board Contact Information.

Miami Herbert Business School

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  • (Undergraduate) Certificate in Accounting

    The (Undergraduate) Certificate in Accounting meets the educational requirements in accounting which is part of the educational requirements needed to apply for licensure as a Certified Public Accountant in Florida and all other states. Additional coursework is required to meet all of the educational requirements needed in Florida and all other states.

    For information on the specific requirements to apply for licensure in your home state, use the National Association of State Boards of Accountancy (NASBA) web directory of Boards of Accounting.

  • Bachelor of Business Administration in Accounting (including Accelerated Track)

    The Bachelor of Business Administration in Accounting (including Accelerated Track) is accredited by the Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business International (AACSB Intl).

    The Bachelor of Business Administration in Accounting meets some but not all of the educational requirements to apply for licensure as a Certified Public Accountant in Florida and all other states. Additional coursework is required to meet all of the educational requirements needed in Florida and all other states.

    For information on the specific requirements to apply for licensure in your home state, use the National Association of State Boards of Accountancy (NASBA) web directory of Boards of Accounting.

  • Bachelor of Science in Business Administration in Accounting (including Accelerated Track)

    The Bachelor of Science in Business Administration in Accounting (including Accelerated Track) program is accredited by the Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business International (AACSB Intl).

    The Bachelor of Science in Business Administration in Accounting meets some but not all of the educational requirements to apply for licensure as a Certified Public Accountant in Florida and all other states. Additional coursework is required to meet all of the educational requirements needed in Florida and all other states.

    For information on the specific requirements to apply for licensure in your home state, use the National Association of State Boards of Accountancy (NASBA) web directory of Boards of Accounting.

  • Bachelor of Science in Accounting and Finance

    The Bachelor of Science in Accounting and Finance program is accredited by the Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business International (AACSB Intl).

    The Bachelor of Science in Accounting and Finance meets some but not all of the educational requirements to apply for licensure as a Certified Public Accountant in Florida and all other states. Additional coursework is required to meet all of the educational requirements needed in Florida and all other states.

    For information on the specific requirements to apply for licensure in your home state, use the National Association of State Boards of Accountancy (NASBA) web directory of Boards of Accounting.

  • Master of Science in Accountancy (formerly Master of Accounting)

    The Master of Science in Accountancy (formerly Master of Accounting) program is accredited by the Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business International (AACSB Intl).

    The Master of Professional Accounting meets meets some but not all of the educational requirements to apply for licensure as a Certified Public Accountant in Florida and all other states. Additional coursework may be required, depending on your undergraduate degree, to meet all of the educational requirements needed in Florida and all other states.

    For information on the specific requirements to apply for licensure in your home state, use the National Association of State Boards of Accountancy (NASBA) web directory of Boards of Accounting.

  • Master of Science in Taxation

    The Master of Science in Taxation program is accredited by the Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business International (AACSB Intl).

    The Master of Professional Accounting meets meets some but not all of the educational requirements to apply for licensure as a Certified Public Accountant in Florida and all other states. Additional coursework may be required, depending on your undergraduate degree, to meet all of the educational requirements needed in Florida and all other states.

    For information on the specific requirements to apply for licensure in your home state, use the National Association of State Boards of Accountancy (NASBA) web directory of Boards of Accounting.

School of Education and Human Development

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  • Professional Training Option Minor

    The undergraduate minor in Professional Training Option (PTO) does not meet all of the requirements to become a certified teacher in the State of Florida.

    The Professional Training Option (PTO) minor is a Florida Department of Education approved pathway for non-education majors to complete the Professional Education component, one of the requirements to become a certified teacher in the State of Florida. Please be advised that students seeking the PTO must be majoring in a teachable area in order to participate in the program. (See the Florida Teacher Certification Examinations website for the list of Subject Area Examinations in teachable areas: http://www.fl.nesinc.com/tests.asp)

    The PTO minor consists of 18 credit hours passed with a C or higher with an overall GPA of 2.5 or higher. Upon successful completion of the coursework and passing the required Florida Teacher Certification Exams (FTCE) student's UM transcripts will indicate that the student has completed a Florida State-approved PTO program. Students will then be eligible to apply for a 3-year Temporary Teaching Certificate in the State of Florida. The State requires that the graduate complete one-year of successful teaching in an accredited school in Florida in order to apply for a Professional Teaching Certificate. Please note: Students must have passing scores on the FTCE prior to graduation in order to be eligible for the PTO Stamp.

    The University of Miami has not determined whether the Professional Training Option minor meets the educational requirements for teaching licensure/certification or endorsements outside of Florida.

    For information on the specific requirements for teacher licensure or certification in your home state, use the National Association of State Directors of Teacher Education and Certification (NASDTEC) Directory of Certification/Licensure Offices.

  • Bachelor of Science in Education in Elementary Education/Special Education

    The Bachelor of Science in Education in Elementary Education/Special Education program is approved by the Florida Department of Education as an educator preparation program.

    The Bachelor of Science in Education in Elementary Education/Special Education  program meets the educational requirements to apply for a Professional Florida Educator's Certificate in both Elementary (K-6) and Exceptional Student (K-12) with ESOL and Reading Endorsements.

    For students planning to teach outside of Florida after graduation, the Bachelor of Science in Education in Elementary Education/Special Education meets the educational requirements to apply for a temporary/provisional teaching certificate in all states outside of Florida. Specific states may have additional requirements, such as passing a state exam, state-specific coursework, or teaching experience.

    For information on the specific requirements for teacher licensure or certification in your home state, use the National Association of State Directors of Teacher Education and Certification (NASDTEC) Directory of Certification/Licensure Offices.

  • Bachelor of Science in Exercise Physiology

    Exercise physiology does not require state licensure in Florida or other states except for Lousiana. The University of Miami has not determined whether the Bachelor of Science in Exercise Physiology meets the requirements for professional licensure as an Excercise Physiologist in Lousiana.

    However, students in the Bachelor of Science in Exercise Physiology can meet the educational requirements to apply for national certification as a Exercise Physiologist by the American College of Sports Medicine.

  • Master of Science in Athletic Training

    The Master of Science in Athletic Training is accredited by the Commission on Accreditation of Athletic Training Education (CAATE).

    The Master of Science in Athletic Training program meets the educational requirements to apply for national board certification as an Athletic Trainer by the Board of Certification for the Athletic Trainer and for licensure as an Athletic Trainer in Florida. Informaton on other requirements needed for licensure can be found on the Florida Board of Athletic Training website.

    The University of Miami has not determined whether the Master of Science in Athletic Training program meets the educational requirements to apply for licensure as an Athletic Trainer in any other state.

    For information on the specific requirements to become a licensed Athletic Trainer in your home state, use the BOC for the Athletic Trainer State Regulation Search tool.

  • Master of Science in Education in Counseling: Marriage and Family Therapy Concentration

    The Master of Science in Education in Counseling: Marriage and Family Therapy Concentration does not meet the educational requirements to apply for a licensure as a Marriage and Family Therapist in Florida. 

    The University of Miami has not determined whether the Master of Science in Education in Counseling: Marriage and Family Therapy program meets the educational requirements to apply for licensure as a Marriage and Family Therapist outside of Florida.

    For information on the specific requirements for licensure as a Marriage and Family Therapist in your home state, use the Association of Marital and Family Therapy Regulatory Boards (AMFTRB) State Licensure Comparison tool and State Board Listing.

  • Master of Science in Education in Counseling: Mental Health Counseling Concentration

    The Master of Science in Education in Counseling: Mental Health Counseling Concentration meets the educational requirements to apply for a licensure as a Mental Health Counselor in Florida.

    The University of Miami has not determined whether the Master of Science in Education in Counseling: Mental Health Counseling program meets the educational requirements to apply for licensure as a Mental Health Counselor outside of Florida.

    For information on the specific requirements for licensure as a Mental Health Counselor in your home state, use the National Board for Certified Counselors (NBCC) State Board Information.

  • Master of Science in Education in Education and Social Change

    The Master of Science in Education in Education and Social Change program does not meet all of the requirements to become a certified teacher in the State of Florida.

    The program offers the graduate coursework required by the Florida Department of Education (FDOE) to fulfill Full Certification requirements when the teacher candidate has secured a FDOE-issued Temporary Certificate.  No formal background in education or teaching experience is required.  The ESoC program is for veteran and novice teachers, providing cutting edge theoretical and practical understandings to teaching and learning for social justice and equity in diverse classroom settings.  Additionally, the program partially fulfills state teacher certification requirements for novice teachers with a FDOE Temporary Teaching Certificate.

    The University of Miami has not determined whether the Master of Science in Education in Education and Social Change program meets the educational requirements for teaching licensure/certification outside of Florida.

    For information on the specific requirements for teacher licensure or certification in your home state, use the National Association of State Directors of Teacher Education and Certification (NASDTEC) Directory of Certification/Licensure Offices.

  • Master of Science in Education in Special Education (30-credit program)

    The Master of Science in Education in Special Education (30-credit) program is approved by the Florida Department of Education as an educator preparation program. This program is designed for students who want initial teaching certification as well as for current teachers.

    The Master of Science in Education in Special Education (30-credit) program meets the educational requirements to apply for a Professional Florida Educator's Certificate in K-12 Special Education in Florida.

    The University of Miami has not determined whether the Master of Science in Special Education (30-credit) program meets the educational requirements for teaching licensure/certification outside of Florida.

    For information on the specific requirements for teacher licensure or certification in your home state, use the National Association of State Directors of Teacher Education and Certification (NASDTEC) Directory of Certification/Licensure Offices.

  • Master of Science in Education in Special Education (36-credit program)

    The Master of Science in Education in Special Education (36-credit) program is approved by the Florida Department of Education as an educator preparation program. This program is designed for students who want initial teaching certification as well as for current teachers.

    The Master of Science in Education in Special Education (36-credit) program meets the educational requirements to apply for a Professional Florida Educator's Certificate in K-12 Special Education with Reading and ESOL Endorsements in Florida.

    The University of Miami has not determined whether the Master of Science in Education in Special Education (36-credit) program meets the educational requirements for teaching licensure/certification or endorsements outside of Florida.

    For information on the specific requirements for teacher licensure or certification in your home state, use the National Association of State Directors of Teacher Education and Certification (NASDTEC) Directory of Certification/Licensure Offices.

  • Doctor of Philosophy in Counseling Psychology

    The Doctor of Philosophy in Counseling Psychology is accredited by the American Psychological Association.

    The Doctor of Philosophy in Counseling Psychology program meets the educational requirements to apply for licensure as a Psychologist in Florida.

    The University of Miami has not determined whether the Doctor of Philosophy in Counseling Psychology program meets the educational requirements to apply for licensure as a Psychologist outside of Florida.

    For information on the specific requirements to apply for licensure in your home state, use the Association of State and Provincial Psychology Boards (ASPPB) web directory of Board Contact Information.

College of Engineering

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  • Bachelor of Science in Aerospace Engineering

    The Bachelor of Science in Aerospace Engineering is accredited by the Engineering Accreditation Commission (EAC) of the Accreditation Board of Engineering and Technology (ABET).

    The Bachelor of Science in Aerospace Engineering program meets the educational requirements to apply for licensure as a Professional Engineer in Florida. 

    The University of Miami has not determined whether the Bachelor of Science in Aerospace Engineering program meets the educational requirements to apply for licensure as a Professional Engineer outside of Florida.

    For information on the specific requirements to become a licensed PE in your home state, use the National Council of Examiners for Engineering and Surveying (NCEES) web directory.

  • Bachelor of Science in Architectural Engineering

    The Bachelor of Science in Architectural Engineering is accredited by the Engineering Accreditation Commission (EAC) of the Accreditation Board of Engineering and Technology (ABET).

    The Bachelor of Science in Architectural Engineering program meets the educational requirements to apply for licensure as a Professional Engineer in Florida. 

    The University of Miami has not determined whether the Bachelor of Science in Architectural Engineering program meets the educational requirements to apply for licensure as a Professional Engineer outside of Florida.

    For information on the specific requirements to become a licensed PE in your home state, use the National Council of Examiners for Engineering and Surveying (NCEES) web directory.

  • Bachelor of Science in Biomedical Engineering

    The Bachelor of Science in Biomedical Engineering is accredited by the Engineering Accreditation Commission (EAC) of the Accreditation Board of Engineering and Technology (ABET).

    The Bachelor of Science in Biomedical Engineering program meets the educational requirements to apply for licensure as a Professional Engineer in Florida. 

    The University of Miami has not determined whether the Bachelor of Science in Biomedical Engineering program meets the educational requirements to apply for licensure as a Professional Engineer outside of Florida.

    For information on the specific requirements to become a licensed PE in your home state, use the National Council of Examiners for Engineering and Surveying (NCEES) web directory.

  • Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering

    The Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering is accredited by the Engineering Accreditation Commission (EAC) of the Accreditation Board of Engineering and Technology (ABET).

    The Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering program meets the educational requirements to apply for licensure as a Professional Engineer in Florida. 

    The University of Miami has not determined whether the Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering program meets the educational requirements to apply for licensure as a Professional Engineer outside of Florida.

    For information on the specific requirements to become a licensed PE in your home state, use the National Council of Examiners for Engineering and Surveying (NCEES) web directory.

  • Bachelor of Science in Computer Engineering

    The Bachelor of Science in Computer Engineering is accredited by the Engineering Accreditation Commission (EAC) of the Accreditation Board of Engineering and Technology (ABET).

    The Bachelor of Science in Computer Engineering program meets the educational requirements to apply for licensure as a Professional Engineer in Florida. 

    The University of Miami has not determined whether the Bachelor of Science in Computer Engineering program meets the educational requirements to apply for licensure as a Professional Engineer outside of Florida.

    For information on the specific requirements to become a licensed PE in your home state, use the National Council of Examiners for Engineering and Surveying (NCEES) web directory.

  • Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering

    The Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering is accredited by the Engineering Accreditation Commission (EAC) of the Accreditation Board of Engineering and Technology (ABET).

    The Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering program meets the educational requirements to apply for licensure as a Professional Engineer in Florida. 

    The University of Miami has not determined whether the Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering program meets the educational requirements to apply for licensure as a Professional Engineer outside of Florida.

    For information on the specific requirements to become a licensed PE in your home state, use the National Council of Examiners for Engineering and Surveying (NCEES) web directory.

  • Bachelor of Science in Environmental Engineering

    The Bachelor of Science in Environmental Engineering is accredited by the Engineering Accreditation Commission (EAC) of the Accreditation Board of Engineering and Technology (ABET).

    The Bachelor of Science in Environmental Engineering program meets the educational requirements to apply for licensure as a Professional Engineer in Florida. 

    The University of Miami has not determined whether the Bachelor of Science in Environmental Engineering program meets the educational requirements to apply for licensure as a Professional Engineer outside of Florida.

    For information on the specific requirements to become a licensed PE in your home state, use the National Council of Examiners for Engineering and Surveying (NCEES) web directory.

  • Bachelor of Science in Industrial Engineering

    The Bachelor of Science in Industrial Engineering is accredited by the Engineering Accreditation Commission (EAC) of the Accreditation Board of Engineering and Technology (ABET).

    The Bachelor of Science in Industrial Engineering program meets the educational requirements to apply for licensure as a Professional Engineer in Florida. 

    The University of Miami has not determined whether the Bachelor of Science in Industrial Engineering program meets the educational requirements to apply for licensure as a Professional Engineer outside of Florida.

    For information on the specific requirements to become a licensed PE in your home state, use the National Council of Examiners for Engineering and Surveying (NCEES) web directory.

  • Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering

    The Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering is accredited by the Engineering Accreditation Commission (EAC) of the Accreditation Board of Engineering and Technology (ABET).

    The Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering program meets the educational requirements to apply for licensure as a Professional Engineer in Florida. 

    The University of Miami has not determined whether the Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering program meets the educational requirements to apply for licensure as a Professional Engineer outside of Florida.

    For information on the specific requirements to become a licensed PE in your home state, use the National Council of Examiners for Engineering and Surveying (NCEES) web directory.

  • Bachelor of Science in Software Engineering

    The Bachelor of Science in Software Engineering is a new program in Fall 2022 and is not yet accredited.

    The Bachelor of Science in Software Engineering program meets the educational requirements to apply for licensure as a Professional Engineer in Florida. 

    The University of Miami has not determined whether the Bachelor of Science in Software Engineering program meets the educational requirements to apply for licensure as a Professional Engineer outside of Florida.

    For information on the specific requirements to become a licensed PE in your home state, use the National Council of Examiners for Engineering and Surveying (NCEES) web directory.

  • (Graduate) Certificate in Medical Physics

    The (Graduate) Certificate in Medical Physics is accredited by the Commission on Accreditation of Medical Physics Educational Programs, Inc. (CAMPEP).

    The only states that require professional licensure for Medical Physicists are Florida, New York and Texas.

    This Certificate in Medical Physics program meets the educational requirements for professional licensure as a Medical Physicist in Florida.

    The program also meets the educational requirements to apply for national certification as a medical physicist by the American Board of Radiology.

    The University of Miami has not determined whether the (Graduate) Certificate in Medical Physics program meets the educational requirements for professional licensure as a Medical Physicist in New York or Texas.

    For information on state licensure requirements for Medical Physicists, consult the following:

    Florida Department of Health

    Department of Health
    Medical Physicists
    4052 Bald Cypress Way
    Bin #C07
    Tallahassee, FL 32399-3257

    Customer Contact Center
    (850) 488-0595

    Board Office
    PHONE: (850) 245-4355
    FAX: (850) 922-8876
    EMAIL: mqa.medicalphysicist@flhealth.gov

     

    New York State Education Department

    NY State Education Department
    Office of the Professions
    89 Washington Avenue
    Albany, New York 12234-1000
    518-474-3817, Press 1 then ext. 570 (voice)
    518-474-1449 (fax)
    For an e-mail response: https://op-support.nysed.gov/hc/en-us/requests/new

     

    Texas Medical Board

    Texas Medical Board
    P.O. Box 2029
    Austin, TX 78768-2029
    Customer Service Phone: (512) 305-7030 (Outside Texas)
    Customer Service Phone: (800) 248-4062 (Texas only)
    Customer Service E-mail: verifcic@tmb.state.tx.us

  • Master of Science in Biomedical Engineering: Medical Physics Specialization

    The Master of Science in Biomedical Engineering: Medical Physics Specialization is accredited by the Commission on Accreditation of Medical Physics Educational Programs, Inc. (CAMPEP).

    The only states that require professional licensure for Medical Physicists are Florida, New York and Texas.

    This Master of Science in Biomedical Engineering: Medical Physics Specialization program meets the educational requirements for professional licensure as a Medical Physicist in Florida.

    The program also meets the educational requirements to apply for national certification as a medical physicist by the American Board of Radiology.

    The University of Miami has not determined whether the Master of Science in Biomedical Engineering: Medical Physics Specialization program meets the educational requirements for professional licensure as a Medical Physicist in New York or Texas.

    For information on state licensure requirements for Medical Physicists, consult the following:

    Florida Department of Health

    Department of Health
    Medical Physicists
    4052 Bald Cypress Way
    Bin #C07
    Tallahassee, FL 32399-3257

    Customer Contact Center
    (850) 488-0595

    Board Office
    PHONE: (850) 245-4355
    FAX: (850) 922-8876
    EMAIL: mqa.medicalphysicist@flhealth.gov

     

    New York State Education Department

    NY State Education Department
    Office of the Professions
    89 Washington Avenue
    Albany, New York 12234-1000
    518-474-3817, Press 1 then ext. 570 (voice)
    518-474-1449 (fax)
    For an e-mail response: https://op-support.nysed.gov/hc/en-us/requests/new

     

    Texas Medical Board

    Texas Medical Board
    P.O. Box 2029
    Austin, TX 78768-2029
    Customer Service Phone: (512) 305-7030 (Outside Texas)
    Customer Service Phone: (800) 248-4062 (Texas only)
    Customer Service E-mail: verifcic@tmb.state.tx.us

     

  • Doctor of Philosophy in Biomedical Engineering: Medical Physics Specialization

    The Doctor of Philosophy in Biomedical Engineering: Medical Physics Specialization is accredited by the Commission on Accreditation of Medical Physics Educational Programs, Inc. (CAMPEP).

    The only states that require professional licensure for Medical Physicists are Florida, New York and Texas.

    The Doctor of Philosophy in Biomedical Engineering: Medical Physics Specialization program meets the educational requirements for professional licensure as a Medical Physicist in Florida.

    The program also meets the educational requirements to apply for national certification as a medical physicist by the American Board of Radiology.

    The University of Miami has not determined whether the Doctor of Philosophy in Biomedical Engineering: Medical Physics Specialization program meets the educational requirements for professional licensure as a Medical Physicist in New York or Texas.

    For information on state licensure requirements for Medical Physicists, consult the following:

    Florida Department of Health

    Department of Health
    Medical Physicists
    4052 Bald Cypress Way
    Bin #C07
    Tallahassee, FL 32399-3257

    Customer Contact Center
    (850) 488-0595

    Board Office
    PHONE: (850) 245-4355
    FAX: (850) 922-8876
    EMAIL: mqa.medicalphysicist@flhealth.gov

     

    New York State Education Department

    NY State Education Department
    Office of the Professions
    89 Washington Avenue
    Albany, New York 12234-1000
    518-474-3817, Press 1 then ext. 570 (voice)
    518-474-1449 (fax)
    For an e-mail response: https://op-support.nysed.gov/hc/en-us/requests/new

     

    Texas Medical Board

    Texas Medical Board
    P.O. Box 2029
    Austin, TX 78768-2029
    Customer Service Phone: (512) 305-7030 (Outside Texas)
    Customer Service Phone: (800) 248-4062 (Texas only)
    Customer Service E-mail: verifcic@tmb.state.tx.us

     

School of Law

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  • Juris Doctor

    The Juris Doctor program is accredited by the American Bar Association. 

    The Juris Doctor meets the educational requirements to apply for admission to every state's bar. However, an individual may be required to complete non-credit courses or exams on state law to be eligible for admission. 

    For information on the specific requirements to apply for admission to the bar in your home state, refer to the National Conference of Bar Examiners (NCBE) Bar Admission Guide which includes a directory of state bar admission agencies.

Miller School of Medicine

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  • Doctor of Medicine

    The Doctor of Medicine program is accredited by the Liaison Committee on Medical Education (LCME). 

    The Doctor of Medicine meets educational degree requirements to apply for a Doctor of Medicine license in Florida and every other state. Applicants must also complete approved post-graduate medical training to qualify for licensure. 

    For information on the specific requirements to apply for MD licensure in your home state, use the Federation of State Medical Boards (FSMB) Contact A State Medical Board directory.

  • Doctor of Physical Therapy

    The Doctor of Physical Therapy program is accredited by the Commission on Accreditation in Physical Therapy Education (CAPTE) as a first professional degree program in physical therapy.

    The Doctor of Physical Therapy meets educational requirements to apply for licensure in Florida and every other state. 

    For information on the specific requirements to apply for licensure in your home state, use the Federation of State Boards of Physical Therapy (FSBPT) Licensing Authorities Contact Information.

Frost School of Music

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  • Bachelor of Music in Music Education

    The Bachelor of Music in Music Education program (which includes a minor in Education) is accredited by the National Association of Schools of Music and is approved by the Florida Department of Education as an educator preparation program.

    The Bachelor of Music in Music Education program meets the educational requirements to apply for a Professional Florida Educator's Certificate after passing the Florida Teacher Certification Examination.

    The University of Miami has not determined whether the Bachelor of Music in Music Education program meets the educational requirements to apply for teaching licensure or certification outside of Florida.

    For information on the specific requirements for teacher licensure or certification in your home state, use the National Association of State Directors of Teacher Education and Certification (NASDTEC) Directory of Certification/Licensure Offices.

  • Bachelor of Music in Music Therapy

    The Bachelor of Music in Music Therapy program (which includes a minor in Psychology) is accredited by the American Music Therapy Association and the National Association of Schools of Music.

    Music Therapy does not require state licensure in Florida or other states except Georgia, Illinois, Maryland, New Jersey, New York, Nevada, North Dakota, Oklahoma, Oregon, Rhode Island, Utah and Virginia.

    The University of Miami has not determined whether the Bachelor of Music in Music Therapy program meets the educational requirements to apply for music therapy licensure or certification in eorgia, Illinois, Maryland, New Jersey, New York, Nevada, North Dakota, Oklahoma, Oregon, Rhode Island, Utah and Virginia.

    For information on the specific requirements for music therapy licensure or certification in your home state, use the Certification Board for Music Therapists’ State Licensure list. 

    However, the program does meet the educational requirements to apply for national Music Therapist Board Certification (MT-BC).

     

  • Master of Arts in Teaching in Music Education

    The Master of Arts in Teaching in Music Education is a new degree program for 2020-21. This accelerated program is designed for designed for professional musicians with a music degree outside of music education. 

    The Master of Arts in Teaching in Music Education program does not meet all of the requirements to apply for teaching licensure or certification in Florida or any other state. Rather, this program provides required coursework in order to prepare students to pursue K-12 music teaching certification in Florida. After graduation, completing of Florida State Teacher Certification Examinations, and teaching in a Florida School under the supervision of a school administrator for one year, graduates of the program would be able to obtain a Florida Music Teaching Certificate.  

    For information on the specific requirements for teacher licensure or certification in your home state, use the National Association of State Directors of Teacher Education and Certification (NASDTEC) Directory of Certification/Licensure Offices.

  • Master of Music in Music Education with Teaching Certification

    The Master of Music in Music Education with Teaching Certification program is accredited by the National Association of Schools of Music and is approved by the Florida Department of Education as an educator preparation program.

    The Master of Music in Music Education with Teaching Certification program meets the educational requirements to apply for a Professional Florida Educator's Certificate after passing the Florida Teacher Certification Examination.

    The University of Miami has not determined whether the Master of Music in Music Education with Teaching Certification program meets the educational requirements to apply for teaching licensure or certification outside of Florida.

    For information on the specific requirements for teacher licensure or certification in your home state, use the National Association of State Directors of Teacher Education and Certification (NASDTEC) Directory of Certification/Licensure Offices.

  • Master of Music in Music Therapy with Undergraduate Equivalency

    The Master of Music in Music Therapy program with Undergraduate Equivalency is accredited by the American Music Therapy Association and the National Association of Schools of Music.

    Music Therapy does not require state licensure in Florida or other states except Georgia, Illinois, Maryland, New Jersey, New York, Nevada, North Dakota, Oklahoma, Oregon, Rhode Island, Utah and Virginia.

    The University of Miami has not determined whether the Master of Music in Music Therapy program with Undergraduate Equivalency program meets the educational requirements to apply for music therapy licensure or certification in eorgia, Illinois, Maryland, New Jersey, New York, Nevada, North Dakota, Oklahoma, Oregon, Rhode Island, Utah and Virginia.

    For information on the specific requirements for music therapy licensure or certification in your home state, use the Certification Board for Music Therapists’ State Licensure list. 

    However, the program does meet the educational requirements to apply for national Music Therapist Board Certification (MT-BC).

School of Nursing and Health Studies

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  • Bachelor of Science in Nursing: Traditional and Accelerated Tracks

    The Bachelor of Science in Nursing program at the University of Miami School of Nursing and Health Studies is accredited by the Committee on Collegiate Nursing Education (http://www.ccneaccreditation.org).

    The Bachelor of Science in Nursing (Traditional and Accelerated Tracks) program meets the educational requirements to apply for licensure as a Registered Nurse in Florida. 

    The University of Miami has not determined whether the Bachelor of Science in Nursing (Traditional and Accelerated Tracks) program meets the educational requirements to apply for licensure as a Registered Nurse outside of Florida.

    For information on the specific requirements to become a RN in your home state, use the National Council of State Boards of Nursing (NCSBN) Membership List.

  • (Graduate) Certificate in Adult Gerontology Acute Care Nurse Practitioner

    The Certificate in Adult Gerontology Acute Care Nurse Practitioner program requires licensure as a Registered Nurse in Florida for admission, so this program does not lead to additional licensure in Florida or any other state.

    However, the program does meet the educational requirements to apply for national ANCC AGACNP-BC and/or ACCNS ACNPC-AG certification.

  • (Graduate) Certificate in Adult Gerontology Primary Care Nurse Practitioner

    The Certificate in Adult Gerontology Primary Care Nurse Practitioner program requires licensure as a Registered Nurse in Florida for admission, so this program does not lead to additional licensure in Florida or any other state.

    However, the program does meet the educational requirements to apply for national AANP A-GNP and/or ANCC AGPCNP-BC certification.

  • (Graduate) Certificate in Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner

    The Certificate in Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner program requires licensure as a Registered Nurse in Florida for admission, so this program does not lead to additional licensure in Florida or any other state.

    However, the program does meet the educational requirements to apply for national ANCC PMHNP-BC certification.

  • Master of Science in Nursing: Adult-Gerontology Acute Care Nurse Practitioner Track

    The Master of Science in Nursing: Adult-Gerontology Acute Care Nurse Practitioner program at the University of Miami School of Nursing and Health Studies is accredited by the Committee on Collegiate Nursing Education (http://www.ccneaccreditation.org).

    The Master of Science in Nursing: Adult-Gerontology Acute Care Nurse Practitioner program requires licensure as a Registered Nurse in Florida for admission, so this program does not lead to additional licensure in Florida or any other state.

    However, the program does meet the educational requirements to apply for national ANCC AGACNP-BC and/or ACCNS ACNPC-AG certification.

  • Master of Science in Nursing: Adult-Gerontology Primary Care Nurse Practitioner Track

    The Master of Science in Nursing: Adult-Gerontology Primary Care Nurse Practitioner program at the University of Miami School of Nursing and Health Studies is accredited by the Committee on Collegiate Nursing Education (http://www.ccneaccreditation.org).

    The Master of Science in Nursing: Adult-Gerontology Primary Care Nurse Practitioner program requires licensure as a Registered Nurse in Florida for admission, so this program does not lead to additional licensure in Florida or any other state.

    However, the program does meet the educational requirements to apply for national AANP A-GNP and/or ANCC AGPCNP-BC certification.

  • Master of Science in Nursing: Family Nurse Practitioner Track

    The Master of Science in Nursing: Family Nurse Practitioner program at the University of Miami School of Nursing and Health Studies is accredited by the Committee on Collegiate Nursing Education (http://www.ccneaccreditation.org).

    The Master of Science in Nursing: Family Nurse Practitioner program requires licensure as a Registered Nurse for admission in Florida, so this program does not lead to additional licensure in Florida or any other state.

    However, the program does meet the educational requirements to apply for national ANCC FNP-BC certification and/or AANP FNP certification.

  • Doctor of Nursing Practice: BSN-to-DNP Nurse Anesthesia Track

    The BSN-to-DNP Nurse Anesthesia program at the University of Miami School of Nursing and Health Studies is accredited by the Committee on Collegiate Nursing Education (http://www.ccneaccreditation.org).

    The University of Miami School of Nursing and Health Studies BSN-DNP Nurse Anesthesia Program Track is accredited by the Council on Accreditation of Nursing Anesthesia Educational Programs (COA), 222 S. Prospect Ave., Park Ridge, IL 60068; (847) 655-1160. The program’s next review by the COA is scheduled for October 2028.

    The BSN-to-DNP Nurse Anesthesia program requires licensure as a Registered Nurse in Florida for admission, so this program does not lead to additional licensure in Florida or any other state.

    However, the BSN-to-DNP Nurse Anesthesia program meets the educational requirements to apply for national NBCRNA certification.

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