Licensure and State Authorization

Revised April 6, 2026

Alabama

Online Authorization. Calvary is not authorized to offer online classes to students residing in Alabama. Students wishing to take classes at Calvary University may do so by becoming resident students or taking face-to-face courses (traditional in-class courses or modular format courses).

Licensed Professional Counseling (MA): Calvary University Program does not meet Eligibility for Licensure in Alabama. While our program is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission and the Association of Biblical Higher Education, it is not accredited by the Council for Accreditation of Counseling and Related Educational Programs (CACREP) as specified by the State of Alabama.

State Licensing Board Contact Information
Alabama Board of Examiners in Counseling
950 22nd Street North Suite 765
Birmingham, AL 35203
(205) 458-8716
Website
Updated April 2026

Education (BS/MS): Alabama teacher certification is not offered on the basis of educator preparation program completion. Alabama teacher certification is offered based on the possession of a valid professional educator certificate or license. Therefore, if a student completes the education curriculum at Calvary University, applies for, and is granted a Missouri teaching certificate, that individual is eligible for an Alabama teaching certificate.

Contact information for teacher certification in this state is listed below:

- - State Licensing Board Contact Information
    Alabama State Department of Education
    50 North Ripley Street
    PO Box 302101
    Montgomery, AL 36104
    (334) 694-4900
    Website
  - Updated April 2026

Alaska

Online Authorization. Calvary is not authorized to offer online classes to students residing in Alaska. Students wishing to take classes at Calvary University may do so by becoming resident students or taking face-to-face courses (traditional in-class courses or modular format courses).

Licensed Professional Counseling (MA): Calvary University does meet Program Eligibility for Licensure.

State Licensing Board Contact Information
Alaska Board of Professional Counselors
PO Box 110806
Juneau, AK 99811
(907) 465-8444
Website
Updated April 2026

Education (BS/MS): Calvary University’s pre teacher education curriculum does not meet Alaska state requirements for licensure. All K – 3 teachers must hold an Alaska Reads Act K – 3 Teacher endorsement. Alaska will issue a Professional Out-of-State teacher certificate valid for two years. During these two years, the teacher must complete Alaska Studies and Alaska Multicultural coursework.

Contact information for teacher certification in this state is listed below:

State Licensing Board Contact Information
Alaska Dept. of Education and Early Development, Teacher Certification
PO Box 110500
Juneau, AK 99811
(907) 465-2831
Website
- Updated April 2026

American Samoa

Online Authorization. Calvary is not authorized to offer online classes to students residing in American Samoa. Students wishing to take classes at Calvary University may do so by becoming resident students or taking face-to-face courses (traditional in-class courses or modular format courses).

Licensed Professional Counseling (MA): Currently there is not enough information to determine if the Calvary University Counseling degree program will be accepted to work in the American Samoa territory.

State Licensing Board Contact Information
American Samoa Health Services Regulatory Board
Department of Health
Pago Pago, AS 96799
684-633-1222 (phone)
684-633-1869 (fax)

Education – (BS/MS): Calvary University’s pre teacher education curriculum does not meet American Samoa requirements for licensure.

Contact information for teacher certification in this territory is listed below:

State Licensing Board Contact Information
American Samoa Department of Education (Utulei)
Pago Pago, AS 96799
684-633-5237
Website
- Updated April 2026

Arizona

Online Authorization. Calvary is authorized to offer online classes to students residing in Arizona.

Licensed Professional Counseling (MA): Calvary University Program does not meet Eligibility for Licensure in Arizona. While our program is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission and the Association of Biblical Higher Education, it is not accredited by the Council for Accreditation of Counseling and Related Educational Programs (CACREP) as specified by the State of Arizona.

State Licensing Board Contact Information
Arizona Board of Behavioral Health Examiners
1740 W Adams St #3600
Phoenix, AZ 85007
(602) 542-1882
Website
Updated April 2026

Education – (BS/MS): Calvary University’s pre teacher education curriculum does not fully meet Arizona state requirements for licensure. The Arizona Department of Education may offer an Arizona teaching certificate comparable to a Missouri teacher certificate with the understanding that the teacher must pass the Arizona State Constitution exam and remedy any other deficiencies within a set period of time.

Contact information for teacher certification in this state is listed below:

State Licensing Board Contact Information
Arizona Department of Education
O. Box 6490
Phoenix, Arizona 85005-6490
602-542-4367
Website
- Updated April 2026

Arkansas

Online Authorization. Calvary is authorized to offer online classes to students residing in Arkansas.

Licensed Professional Counseling (MA): Calvary University does not meet Program Eligibility for Licensure in Arkansas. While our program is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission and the Association of Biblical Higher Education, it is not accredited by the Council for Accreditation of Counseling and Related Educational Programs (CACREP) as specified by the State of Arkansas.

State Licensing Board Contact Information
Arkansas Board of Examiners in Counseling and Marriage and Family Therapy
101 E. Capitol, Suite 202
Little Rock, AR 72201
(501) 683-5800
Website
Updated April 2026

Education – (BS/MS): Calvary University’s pre teacher education curriculum meets Arkansas state requirements for licensure in English, Speech & Theatre, and Music Education. Provisional Arizona licenses are available for Elementary Education, Middle Childhood Social Studies, and Secondary Social Studies teachers who still need to complete a course in Arkansas History.

Contact information for teacher certification in this state is listed below:

State Licensing Board Contact Information
Arkansas Department of Education
4 Capitol Mall
Little Rock, AR 72201
(501) 682-4475
Website
- Updated April 2026

California

Online Authorization. Calvary is authorized to offer online classes to students residing in California.

Licensed Professional Counseling (MA): Calvary University does not meet Program Eligibility for Licensure as Calvary University does not offer master’s level courses in Human Sexuality, Psychopharmacology, and Addictions Counseling.

State Licensing Board Contact Information
Board of Behavioral Sciences
1625 North Market Blvd., Suite S200
Sacramento, CA 95834
(916) 574-7830
Website
Updated April 2026

Education – (BS/MS): Calvary University’s pre teacher education curriculum does not meet California state requirements for licensure.

Contact information for teacher certification in this state is listed below:

State Licensing Board Contact Information
Commission on Teacher Credentialing
1900 Capitol Avenue
Sacramento, CA 95811
(916) 322-4974
Website
Updated April 2026

Colorado

Online Authorization. Calvary is authorized to offer online classes to students residing in Colorado.

Licensed Professional Counseling (MA): Calvary University does meet the Program Eligibility for Licensure. Calvary University offers synchronous courses online in the state of Colorado and must complete an Education Equivalency Review Form.

State Licensing Board Contact Information
Colorado State Board of Licensed Professional Counselor Examiners
1560 Broadway Street Suite 1350
Denver, CO 80202
(303) 894-7800
Website
Updated April 2026

Education – (BS/MS): Calvary University’s pre teacher education curriculum does not meet Colorado state requirements for licensure.

Contact information for teacher certification in this state is listed below:

State Licensing Board Contact Information
Colorado Department of Education
6000 E Evans Ave, Building #2, Suite 100
Denver, CO 80222
(303) 866-6628
Website
Updated April 2026

Connecticut

Online Authorization. Calvary is not authorized to offer online classes to students residing in Connecticut. Students wishing to take classes at Calvary University may do so by becoming resident students or taking face-to-face courses (traditional in-class courses or modular format courses).

Licensed Professional Counseling (MA): Calvary University does meet Program Eligibility for Licensure.

State Licensing Board Contact Information
Connecticut Department of Public Health, Professional Counselor Licensure
410 Capitol Ave., MS #12 APP
Po Box 340308
Hartford, CT, 06134
(860) 509-7603
Website
- Updated April 2026

Education – (BS/MS): Calvary University’s pre teacher education curriculum does not meet Connecticut state requirements for licensure.

Contact information for teacher certification in this state is listed below:

State Licensing Board Contact Information
Connecticut State Department of Education, Bureau of Educator Standards and Certification
450 Columbus Boulevard, Suite 503
Hartford, CT 06103
(860) 713-6969
Website
Updated April 2026

Delaware

Online Authorization. Calvary is not authorized to offer online classes to students residing in Delaware. Students wishing to take classes at Calvary University may do so by becoming resident students or taking face-to-face courses (traditional in-class courses or modular format courses).

Licensed Professional Counseling (MA): Calvary University does meet Program Eligibility for Licensure.

State Licensing Board Contact Information
Professional Counsel of Mental Health Licensure
Cannon Building Suite 203 861 Silver Lake Blvd
Dover, DE 19904
(302) 744-4500
Website
- Updated April 2026

Education – (BS/MS): Delaware does not require additional coursework for out-of-state applicants. Therefore, Calvary University’s pre teacher education curriculum meets Delaware state requirements for licensure.

Contact information for teacher certification in this state is listed below:

State Licensing Board Contact Information
Delaware Department of Education
Collette Education Resource Center, 35 Commerce Way, Suite 1
Dover, DE 19904
(302) 857-3388
Website
Updated April 2026

District of Columbia

Licensed Professional Counseling (MA): Calvary University does meet Program Eligibility for Licensure.

State Licensing Board Contact Information
DC Health Professional Counseling Licensing
899 North Capitol Street, NE
Washington, DC 20002
(202) 442-5955
Website
Updated April 2026

Education – (BS/MS): The District of Columbia requires an active teaching license, the completion of an approved educator preparation program, and passing scores on content area exams in order for out-of-state applicants to be issued a comparable DC teaching certificate. Since Calvary University’s Educator Preparation Program (EPP) has been approved by the Missouri State Board of Education, then the curriculum meets the District of Columbia requirements for licensure.

Contact information for teacher certification in the District of Columbia is listed below:

State Licensing Board Contact Information
District of Columbia Public Schools
1200 First Street NE
Washington, DC 20002
(202) 442-5885
Website
Updated April 2026

Florida

Online Authorization. Calvary authorized to offer online classes to students residing in Florida.

Licensed Professional Counseling (MA): Calvary University Program does not meet Eligibility for Licensure in Florida. While our program is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission and the Association of Biblical Higher Education, it is not accredited by the Council for Accreditation of Counseling and Related Educational Programs (CACREP) as specified by the State of Florida.

State Licensing Board Contact Information
Florida Board of Clinical Social Work, Marriage and Family Therapy and Mental Health Counseling
4052 Bald Cypress Way Bin C-08
Tallahassee, FL 32399
(850) 245-4292
Website
Updated April 2026

Education – (BS/MS): Calvary University’s pre teacher education curriculum does not meet Florida state requirements for licensure.

Contact information for teacher certification in this state is listed below:

State Licensing Board Contact Information
Florida Department of Education, Turlington Building, Room 201
325 West Gaines Street
Tallahassee, FL 32399
(800) 445-6739
Website
Updated April 2026

Georgia

Online Authorization. Calvary is not authorized to offer online classes to students residing in Georgia. Students wishing to take classes at Calvary University may do so by becoming resident students or taking face-to-face courses (traditional in-class courses or modular format courses).

Licensed Professional Counseling (MA): Calvary University Program does not meet Eligibility for Licensure in Georgia. While our program is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission and the Association of Biblical Higher Education, it is not accredited by the Council for Accreditation of Counseling and Related Educational Programs (CACREP) as specified by the State of Georgia.

State Licensing Board Contact Information
Georgia Composite Board of Professional Counselors, Social Workers, and Marriage and Family Therapists
237 Coliseum Drive
Macon, GA 31217
(844) 753-7825
Website
Updated April 2026

Education – (BS/MS): Calvary University’s pre teacher education curriculum meets Georgia state requirements for licensure.

Contact information for teacher certification in this state is listed below:

State Licensing Board Contact Information
Georgia Professional Standards Commission
200 Piedmont Ave, Suite 1702, West Tower
Atlanta, GA 30334
(404) 232-2500
Website
Updated April 2026

Guam

Online Authorization. Calvary is not authorized to offer online classes to students residing in Guam. Students wishing to take classes at Calvary University may do so by becoming resident students or taking face-to-face courses (traditional in-class courses or modular format courses).

Licensed Professional Counseling (MA): Calvary University does meet Program Eligibility for Licensure.

State Licensing Board Contact Information
Guam Board of Allied Health Examiners
213A Terlaje Building, 194 Hernan Cortes Avenue
Hagatna, Guam 96910
(671) 735-7408
Website
- Updated April 2026

Education – (BS/MS): Calvary University’s pre teacher education curriculum does not meet Guam’s requirements for licensure.

Contact information for teacher certification in this territory is listed below:

State Licensing Board Contact Information
Guam Commission for Educator Certification
303 University Drive SOE Bldg. Room 105
Mangilao, GU 96913
(671) 735-2554
Website
Updated April 2026

Hawaii

Online Authorization. Calvary is authorized to offer online classes to students residing in Hawaii.

Licensed Professional Counseling (MA): Calvary University does meet Program Eligibility for Licensure. Calvary University offers synchronous courses online in the state of Hawaii.

State Licensing Board Contact Information
Professional and Vocational Licensing Division
DCCA-PVL
Box 3469
Honolulu, HI 96801
(808) 586-3000
Website
Updated April 2026

Education – (BS/MS): Hawaii requires a valid, unrevoked teaching license, the completion of an approved educator preparation program, and passing scores on specific exams in order for out-of-state applicants to be issued a Provisional License. Since Calvary University’s Educator Preparation Program has been approved by the Missouri State Board of Education, the curriculum meets Hawaii’s requirements for licensure.

Contact information for teacher certification in this state is listed below:

State Licensing Board Contact Information
Hawaii Teacher Standards Board
650 Iwilei Road, Suite 268
Honolulu, HI 96817
(808) 586-2600
Website
Updated April 2026

Idaho

Online Authorization. Calvary is authorized to offer online classes to students residing in Idaho.

Licensed Professional Counseling (MA): Calvary University does not meet the Program Eligibility for Licensure as our program is not CACREP or CHEA accredited

State Licensing Board Contact Information
Board of Professional Counselors and Marriage & Family Therapists
Board of Occupational Licenses, 700 West State Street
PO Box 83720
Boise, ID 83720
(208) 334-3233
Website
Updated April 2026

Education – (BS/MS): Idaho offers a Certificate for Out-of-State Applicants to individuals who have completed a pre-service teacher education program approved by the state department of education and who also hold a current, valid out-of-state teaching certificate. Since Calvary University’s Educator Preparation Program has been approved by the Missouri State Board of Education, our curriculum meets Idaho state requirements for licensure.

Contact information for teacher certification in this state is listed below:

State Licensing Board Contact Information
Idaho State Department of Education
650 West State Street
Boise, ID 83702
(208) 332-6800
Website
Updated April 2026

Illinois

Online Authorization. Calvary is authorized to offer online classes to students residing in Illinois.

Licensed Professional Counseling (MA): Calvary University does not meet Program Eligibility for Licensure due to an Addictions course, which is required in their state for Licensure.

State Licensing Board Contact Information
Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation
100 West Randolph St, 9th Floor
Chicago, IL 60601
(888) 473-4858
Website
Updated April 2026

Education – (BS/MS): Illinois requires a valid, comparable teaching license, the completion of an approved educator preparation program, and passing scores on specific exams in order for out-of-state applicants to be issued a Professional Educator License. Since Calvary University’s Educator Preparation Program (EPP) has been approved by the Missouri State Board of Education, then the curriculum meets Illinois’ requirements for licensure.

Contact information for teacher certification in this state is listed below:

State Licensing Board Contact Information
Illinois State Board of Education
100 N. 1st Street
Springfield, IL 62777
866-262-6663
Website
Updated April 2026

Indiana

Online Authorization. Calvary is not authorized to offer online classes to students residing in Indiana. Students wishing to take classes at Calvary University may do so by becoming resident students or taking face-to-face courses (traditional in-class courses or modular format courses).

Licensed Professional Counseling (MA): Calvary University does meet Program Eligibility for Licensure.

State Licensing Board Contact Information
Indiana Behavioral Health and Human Services Licensing Board
402 W. Washington St., Room W072
Indianapolis, IN 46204
(317) 234-2054
Website
Updated April 2026

Education – (BS/MS): Indiana requires a valid teaching license, the completion of an approved educator preparation program, and passing scores on specific exams in order for out-of-state applicants to be issued an Educator License. Since Calvary University’s Educator Preparation Program (EPP) has been approved by the Missouri State Board of Education, then the curriculum meets Indiana’s curriculum requirements for licensure. Indiana does require proof of training in the following areas: CPR, Suicide Prevention, Child Abuse and Neglect, and Human Trafficking.

Contact information for teacher certification in this state is listed below:.

State Licensing Board Contact Information
Indiana Department of Education Office of Educator Licensing
South Tower, Suite 600, 115 W. Washington Street
Indianapolis, IN 46204
(317) 232-9010
Website
Updated April 2026

Iowa

Online Authorization. Calvary is not authorized to offer online classes to students residing in Iowa. Students wishing to take classes at Calvary University may do so by becoming resident students or taking face-to-face courses (traditional in-class courses or modular format courses).

Licensed Professional Counseling (MA): Calvary University does meet Program Eligibility for Licensure.

State Licensing Board Contact Information
Iowa Department of Public Health
321 E. 12th Street
Des Moines IA 50319
(515) 281-7689
Website
Updated April 2026

Education – (BS/MS): Calvary University’s pre teacher education curriculum does not meet Iowa state requirements for licensure.

Contact information for teacher certification in this state is listed below:

State Licensing Board Contact Information
Iowa Board of Educational Examiners
701 E. Court Avenue, Suite A
Des Moines, IA 50319
(515) 281-3245
Website
Updated April 2026

Kansas

Online Authorization. Calvary is not authorized to offer online classes to students residing in Kansas. Students wishing to take classes at Calvary University may do so by becoming resident students or taking face-to-face courses (traditional in-class courses or modular format courses).

Licensed Professional Counseling (MA): Calvary University does meet Program Eligibility for Licensure.

State Licensing Board Contact Information
Kansas Behavioral Sciences Regulatory Board
700 SW Harrison St, Suite 420
Topeka, KS 66603
(785) 296-3240
Website
Updated April 2026

Education – (BS/MS): The Kansas State Department of Education website states “Regulations provide a number of licensing options to guarantee access to start teaching to all applicants who hold a valid full or standard out-of-state license or certificate after the successful completion of a state approved preparation program.” Since Calvary University’s Educator Preparation Program (EPP) has been approved by the Missouri State Board of Education, then graduates who obtain a Missouri state teaching certificate should be able to begin teaching in Kansas.

Contact information for teacher certification in this state is listed below:

State Licensing Board Contact Information
Kansas State Department of Education
900 SW Jackson Street
Topeka, KS 66612
(785) 296-2288
Website
Updated April 2026

Kentucky

Online Authorization. Calvary is not authorized to offer online classes to students residing in Kentucky. Students wishing to take classes at Calvary University may do so by becoming resident students or taking face-to-face courses (traditional in-class courses or modular format courses).

Licensed Professional Counseling (MA): Calvary University Program does not meet Eligibility for Licensure in Kentucky. While our program is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission and the Association of Biblical Higher Education, it is not accredited by the Council for Accreditation of Counseling and Related Educational Programs (CACREP) as specified by the State of Kentucky.

State Licensing Board Contact Information
Kentucky Board of Licensed Professional Counselors
500 Mero Street, 2SC32
Frankfort, KY 40601
(502) 782-8803
Website
Updated April 2026

Education – (BS/MS): Calvary University’s pre teacher education curriculum does not meet Kentucky state requirements for licensure.

Contact information for teacher certification in this state is listed below:

State Licensing Board Contact Information
Kentucky Department of Education
300 Sower Blvd
Frankfort, KY 40601
(502) 564-5789
Website
Updated April 2026

Louisiana

Online Authorization. Calvary is authorized to offer online classes to students residing in Louisiana.

Licensed Professional Counseling (MA): Calvary University does meet Program Eligibility for Licensure. Calvary University offers synchronous courses online in the state of Louisiana.

State Licensing Board Contact Information
Louisiana State Board of Licensed Professional Counselors
11410 Lake Sherwood Ave. North Suite A
Baton Rouge, LA 70816
(225) 295-8444
Website
Updated April 2026

Education – (BS/MS): Out-of-state teacher education graduates are eligible for Louisiana’s Out-of-State (OS) certificate if they hold a bachelor’s degree from an accredited university, hold or are eligible to obtain a standard professional out-of-state teaching certificate, and have completed Student Teaching. Since Calvary University’s pre teacher education curriculum requires the completion of Student Teaching, the curriculum meets Louisiana state requirements for licensure.

Contact information for teacher certification in this state is listed below:

State Licensing Board Contact Information
Louisiana Department of Education
Division of Educator Licensure
PO Box 94064
Baton Rouge, LA 70904
(877) 453-2721
Website
Updated April 2026

Maine

Online Authorization. Calvary is not authorized to offer online classes to students residing in Maine. Students wishing to take classes at Calvary University may do so by becoming resident students or taking face-to-face courses (traditional in-class courses or modular format courses).

Licensed Professional Counseling (MA): Calvary University Program does not meet Eligibility for Licensure in Maine. While our program is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission and the Association of Biblical Higher Education, it is not accredited by the Council for Accreditation of Counseling and Related Educational Programs (CACREP) as specified by the State of Maine.

State Licensing Board Contact Information
Board of Counseling Professionals Licensure
35 State House Station
Augusta, ME 04333
(207) 624-8623
Website
Updated April 2026

Education – (BS/MS): Maine’s Department of Education website states: “Individuals may receive a reciprocal professional certificate if they have submitted a criminal history background check and hold a comparable certificate in another state. . .to address the identified staffing shortage.” Therefore, Calvary’s Elementary, Middle School Language Arts, and Secondary English teacher education graduates who have obtained Missouri state teacher certification should be able to teach in Maine. Calvary’s Middle School and Secondary Social Science majors will need to contact Maine’s Department of Education.

Contact information for teacher certification in this state is listed below.

State Licensing Board Contact Information
Certification Office, Maine Department of Education
23 State House Station
Augusta, ME 04333
(207) 624-6603
Website
Updated April 2026

Maryland

Online Authorization. Calvary is not authorized to offer online classes to students residing in Maryland. Students wishing to take classes at Calvary University may do so by becoming resident students or taking face-to-face courses (traditional in-class courses or modular format courses).

Licensed Professional Counseling (MA): Calvary University does NOT meet Program Eligibility for Licensure due to a Substance Abuse and Addictions course, which is required in their state for Licensure.

State Licensing Board Contact Information
Maryland Board of Professional Counselors and Therapists
4201 Patterson Avenue, Suite 316
Baltimore, MD 21215
(410) 764-4732
Website
Updated April 2026

Education – (BS/MS): The Maryland State Department of Education requires a valid teaching license, the completion of an approved educator preparation program, and passing scores on specific exams in order for out-of-state applicants to be issued a teaching license. Since Calvary University’s Educator Preparation Program (EPP) has been approved by the Missouri State Board of Education, then the curriculum meets Maryland’s curriculum requirements for licensure.

Contact information for teacher certification in this state is listed below:

State Licensing Board Contact Information
Maryland State Department of Education
200 West Baltimore Street
Baltimore , MD 21201
(410) 767-0100
Website
Updated April 2026

Massachusetts

Online Authorization. Calvary is not authorized to offer online classes to students residing in Massachusetts. Students wishing to take classes at Calvary University may do so by becoming resident students or taking face-to-face courses (traditional in-class courses or modular format courses).

Licensed Professional Counseling (MA): Calvary University does meet Program Eligibility for Licensure.

State Licensing Board Contact Information
Massachusetts Board of Registration of Allied Mental Health and Human Services Professions
1000 Washington Street, Suite 710
Boston, MA 02118
(617) 727-3080
Website
Updated April 2026

Education – (BS/MS): Calvary University’s pre teacher education curriculum does not meet Massachusetts state requirements for licensure. Massachusetts requires teachers to earn the Sheltered English Immersion Endorsement (SEI). Calvary’s teacher education graduates who obtain a valid Missouri teaching certificate could qualify for a Temporary, 1-year, Academic Educator License during which time they would need to pass all required MTEL tests and earn the SEI endorsement.

Contact information for teacher certification in this state is listed below:

State Licensing Board Contact Information
Massachusetts Department of Elementary and Secondary Education, Office of Educator Licensure
75 Pleasant Street
Malden, MA 02148
(781) 338-6600
Website
Updated April 2026

Michigan

Online Authorization. Calvary is not authorized to offer online classes to students residing in Michigan. Students wishing to take classes at Calvary University may do so by becoming resident students or taking face-to-face courses (traditional in-class courses or modular format courses).

Licensed Professional Counseling (MA): Calvary University does NOT meet Program Eligibility for Licensure due to a Human Trafficking course, which is required in their state for Licensure.

State Licensing Board Contact Information
Michigan Department of Licensing and Regulatory Affairs
Ottawa Building, 611 W. Ottawa
Box 30004
Lansing, MI 48909
(517) 241-0199
Website
Updated April 2026

Education – (BS/MS): Michigan evaluates all applications for teacher certification. Therefore, it is not possible to confirm whether or not Calvary University’s pre teacher education curriculum meets Michigan state requirements for licensure. However, Calvary’s teacher education graduates who obtain a Missouri teaching certificate “can be issued a nonrenewable, 1-year Temporary Teaching Certificate (TTC)” during which time the individual would need to take and pass the required Michigan Tests for Teacher Certification.

Contact information for teacher certification in this state is listed below:

State Licensing Board Contact Information
Michigan Department of Education
608 W. Allegan Street
PO Box 30008
Lansing, MI 48909
(833) 633-5788
Website
Updated April 2026

Minnesota

Online Authorization. Calvary is not authorized to offer online classes to students residing in Minnesota. Students wishing to take classes at Calvary University may do so by becoming resident students or taking face-to-face courses (traditional in-class courses or modular format courses).

Licensed Professional Counseling (MA): Calvary University Program does not meet Eligibility for Licensure in Minnesota. While our program is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission and the Association of Biblical Higher Education, it is not accredited by the Council for Accreditation of Counseling and Related Educational Programs (CACREP) as specified by the State of Minnesota.

State Licensing Board Contact Information
Minnesota Board of Behavioral Health & Therapy
2829 University Ave SE, Suite 210
Minneapolis, MN 55414
(612) 548-2177
Website
Updated April 2026

Education – (BS/MS): Minnesota law requires MDE to issue a teaching license to all applicants who have earned a bachelor’s degree and have a current, valid teaching license/certificate “through the successful completion of a teacher preparation program approved by the issuing state.” The Missouri State Board of Education has approved Calvary’s Educator Preparation Program (EPP). Therefore, Calvary’s teacher education graduates who obtain a Missouri teaching certificate should be able to begin teaching in Minnesota.

Contact information for teacher certification in this state is listed below:

State Licensing Board Contact Information
Minnesota Department of Education
1500 Highway 36 West
Roseville, MN 55113
(651) 582-8200
Website
Updated April 2026

Mississippi

Online Authorization. Calvary is not authorized to offer online classes to students residing in Mississippi. Students wishing to take classes at Calvary University may do so by becoming resident students or taking face-to-face courses (traditional in-class courses or modular format courses).

Licensed Professional Counseling (MA): Calvary University does meet Program Eligibility for Licensure.

State Licensing Board Contact Information
State Board of Examiners for Licensed Professional Counselors
239 North Lamar Street, Suite 402
Jackson, MS 39201
(601) 359-1010
Website
Updated April 2026

Education – (BS/MS): Mississippi has Licensure Pathways for both first year and experienced out-of-state teachers. Since Calvary University’s Educator Preparation Program (EPP) has been approved by the Missouri State Board of Education, Calvary’s pre service teacher curriculum meets Mississippi state requirements for licensure.

Contact information for teacher certification in this state is listed below:

State Licensing Board Contact Information
Mississippi Department of Education
PO Box 771
Jackson, MS 39205
(601) 359-3513
Website
Updated April 2026

Missouri

Online Authorization. Calvary is authorized to offer online classes to students residing in Missouri.

Counseling – Mental Health Counseling (MA): The MA counseling program meets the education requirements for state licensure as outlined in 20 CSR 2095-2, Chapter 2 and includes the following components: 60 graduate hours including courses in counseling theory, human growth and development, social and cultural diversity, helping relationships, group counseling, career development, appraisal, research methods, professional orientation, diagnosis, two internships, and a practicum. The counseling program is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission and the Association of Biblical Higher Education but is not CACREP accredited. The program must be taken completely in person or via synchronous means (no traditional online or distance education courses may be taken when pursuing licensure).

State Licensing Board Contact Information
Missouri Division of Professional Registration
Committee for Professional Counselors
3605 Missouri Boulevard
PO Box 1335
Jefferson City, MO 65102
(573) 751-0018
Website
Updated April 2026

Education – (BS/MS): All Elementary, Secondary, and Music Education Programs Approved for Licensure

Calvary University’s Educator Preparation Programs have been approved by the Missouri State Board of Education in the following certification areas:

Baccalaureate Degrees

Elementary (Grades 1-6)
English Language Learner (K-12) (Add-On Certification)
Middle School (Grades 5-9) – Language Arts
Middle School (Grades 5-9) – Social Science
Middle School (Grades 5-9) – Speech & Theatre
Secondary (Grades 9-12) – English
Secondary (Grades 9-12 – Social Science
Secondary (Grades 9-12) – Speech & Theatre
Music Education: Vocal (Grades K-12) (see Music Department guidelines)

Master of Science in Education – Elementary Education

Successful completion of one of these Educator Preparation Programs will position the student to be eligible to apply for Missouri State Teacher Certification and Association of Christian Schools International (ACSI) certification.

State Licensing Board Contact Information
Missouri Department of Elementary and Secondary Education
205 Jefferson Street
PO Box 480
Jefferson City, MO 65102
(573) 751-4212
Website
Updated April 2026

Montana

Online Authorization. Calvary is not authorized to offer online classes to students residing in Montana. Students wishing to take classes at Calvary University may do so by becoming resident students or taking face-to-face courses (traditional in-class courses or modular format courses).

Licensed Professional Counseling (MA): Calvary University does meet Program Eligibility for Licensure.

State Licensing Board Contact Information
Board of Behavioral Health
PO Box 20013
Helena, MT 59620
(406) 444-6880
Website
Updated April 2026

Education – (BS/MS): Calvary University’s pre teacher education curriculum meets Montana state requirements for licensure with one exception. Out-of-state applicants must complete a free course titled: An Introduction to Indian Education for All in Montana. The link to this free course is available within the application for a teaching license.

Contact information for teacher certification in this state is listed below:

State Licensing Board Contact Information
Montana Office of Public Instruction
PO Box 202501
Helena, MT 59620-2501
(406) 444-2580
Website
Updated April 2026

Nebraska

Online Authorization. Calvary is authorized to offer online classes to students residing in Nebraska.

Licensed Professional Counseling (MA): Calvary University does meet Program Eligibility for Licensure. Calvary University offers synchronous courses online in the state of Nebraska.

State Licensing Board Contact Information
Nebraska Department of Health and Human Services
DHHS Licensure Unit Attn: Mental Health
Box 94986
Lincoln, NE 68509
(402) 471-2117
Website
Updated April 2026

Education – (BS/MS): The Nebraska Department of Education website states: “Nebraska now offers reciprocity for applicants that hold a valid, unencumbered, traditional teaching certificate from another state that was obtained through completing an educator preparation program.” Therefore, Calvary University teacher education graduates who obtain a Missouri teaching certificate should be eligible to teach in Nebraska.

Contact information for teacher certification in this state is listed below:

State Licensing Board Contact Information
Nebraska Department of Education
301 Centennial Mall South
PO Box 94987
Lincoln, NE 98509
(402) 471-2295
Website
Updated April 2026

Nevada

Online Authorization. Calvary is authorized to offer online classes to students residing in Nevada.

Licensed Professional Counseling (MA): Calvary University Program does not meet Eligibility for Licensure in Nevada. While our program is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission and the Association of Biblical Higher Education, it is not accredited by the Council for Accreditation of Counseling and Related Educational Programs (CACREP) as specified by the State of Nevada.

State Licensing Board Contact Information
State of Nevada Board of Examiners for Marriage and Family Therapists and Clinical Professional Counselors
7324 West Cheyenne, Suite 9
Las Vegas, NV 89129
(702) 486-7388
Website
Updated April 2026

Education – (BS/MS): Calvary University’s pre teacher education curriculum does not meet Nevada state requirements for licensure.

Contact information for teacher certification in this state is listed below:

State Licensing Board Contact Information
State of Nevada Board of Education, Office of Educator Licensure
700 E. Fifth Street 2020 E. Flamingo Rd. Ste 210
Carson City, NV 89701
(775) 687-9115
Website
Updated April 2026

New Hampshire

Online Authorization. Calvary is not authorized to offer online classes to students residing in New Hampshire. Students wishing to take classes at Calvary University may do so by becoming resident students or taking face-to-face courses (traditional in-class courses or modular format courses).

Licensed Professional Counseling (MA): Calvary University does meet Program Eligibility for Licensure.

State Licensing Board Contact Information
Board of Mental Health Practice
121 South Fruit Street, Suite 303
Concord, NH 03301
(603) 271-2152
Website
Updated April 2026

Education – (BS/MS): Calvary University’s pre teacher education curriculum does not meet New Hampshire state requirements for licensure.

Contact information for teacher certification in this state is listed below:

State Licensing Board Contact Information
Division of Educator Support and Higher Education, Bureau of Credentialing
101 Pleasant Street
Concord, NH 03301
(603) 271-2409
Website
Updated April 2026

New Jersey

Online Authorization. Calvary is not authorized to offer online classes to students residing in New Jersey. Students wishing to take classes at Calvary University may do so by becoming resident students or taking face-to-face courses (regular in-class courses or modular format courses).

Licensed Professional Counseling (MA): Calvary University does meet Program Eligibility for Licensure.

State Licensing Board Contact Information
Professional Counselor Examiners Committee
PO Box 45007
Newark, NJ 7101
(973) 504-6582
Website
Updated April 2026

Education – (BS/MS): Calvary University’s pre teacher education curriculum does not meet New Jersey state requirements for licensure.

Contact information for teacher certification in this state is listed below:

State Licensing Board Contact Information
New Jersey Department of Higher Education
1 John Fitch Way 10th Floor
PO Box 500
Trenton, NJ 08625
(609) 376-3500
Website
Updated April 2026

New Mexico

Online Authorization. Calvary is not authorized to offer online classes to students residing in New Mexico. Students wishing to take classes at Calvary University may do so by becoming resident students or taking face-to-face courses (traditional in-class courses or modular format courses).

Licensed Professional Counseling (MA): Calvary University does meet Program Eligibility for Licensure.

State Licensing Board Contact Information
New Mexico Counseling and Therapy Practice Board
Toney Anaya Building, 2550 Cerrillos Road, Second Floor
PO Box 25101
Santa Fe, NM 87504
(505) 476-4622
Website
Updated April 2026

Education – (BS/MS): The state of New Mexico will issue a 1-year, provisional, Out-of-State ICS teaching license to “an individual who holds a minimum of a bachelor’s degree who has completed a standard or alternative teacher preparation program, completed out-of-state teacher exams, and has a valid out-of-state teacher license, but has no teaching experience.” Therefore, Calvary University teacher education graduates who obtain a Missouri teaching certificate should be eligible to begin teaching in New Mexico.

Contact information for teacher certification in this state is listed below:

State Licensing Board Contact Information
New Mexico Public Education Department
300 Don Gaspar, Room 103
Santa Fe, NM 87501
(505) 827-5800
Website
Updated April 2026

New York

Online Authorization. Calvary is not authorized to offer online classes to students residing in New York. Students wishing to take classes at Calvary University may do so by becoming resident students or taking face-to-face courses (traditional in-class courses or modular format courses).

Licensed Professional Counseling (MA): Calvary University does not meet the Program Eligibility for Licensure as our program is not CACREP or CHEA accredited.

State Licensing Board Contact Information
Professional Education Program Review
New York State Education Department, Office of the Professions, 89 Washington Avenue
Albany, NY 12234
(518) 474-3817, ext. 360
Website
Updated April 2026

Education – (BS/MS): The New York Office of Teaching Initiatives website states: “The Office of Teaching Initiatives can not determine eligibility for certification until an application has been submitted, and a review of your credentials has been completed. New York State does not pre-approve teacher preparation programs completed in other U.S. States or Territories.” Therefore, it is not possible to determine prior to application whether or not Calvary University’s pre-service curriculum meets New York state requirements for licensure.

Contact information for teacher certification in this state is listed below:

State Licensing Board Contact Information
Office of Teaching Initiatives
New York State Education Department, 89 Washington Avenue, 5N EB
Albany, NY 12234
(518) 474-3901
Website
Updated April 2026

North Carolina

Online Authorization. Calvary is not authorized to offer online classes to students residing in North Carolina. Students wishing to take classes at Calvary University may do so by becoming resident students or taking face-to-face courses (traditional in-class courses or modular format courses).

Licensed Professional Counseling (MA): Calvary University does not meet the Program Eligibility for Licensure as our program is not CACREP or CHEA accredited.

State Licensing Board Contact Information
North Carolina Board Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselors
PO Box 77819
Greensboro, NC 27417
(844) 622-3572
Website
Updated April 2026

Education – (BS/MS): The North Carolina Department of Public Instruction’s website states: “North Carolina recognizes approved EPPs from all states.” Since Calvary University’s Educator Preparation Program (EPP) has been approved by the Missouri State Board of Education, Calvary University’s pre service teacher curriculum meets North Carolina state requirements for licensure.

Contact information for teacher certification in this state is listed below:

State Licensing Board Contact Information
North Carolina Department of Public Instruction
301 N. Wilmington Street
Raleigh, NC 27601
(919) 807-3300
Website
Updated April 2026

North Dakota

Online Authorization. Calvary is not authorized to offer online classes to students residing in North Dakota. Students wishing to take classes at Calvary University may do so by becoming resident students or taking face-to-face courses (traditional in-class courses or modular format courses).

Licensed Professional Counseling (MA): Calvary University does meet Program Eligibility for Licensure.

State Licensing Board Contact Information
North Dakota Board of Counselor Examiners
2112 10th Avenue SE
Mandan, ND 58554
(701) 667-5969
Website
Updated April 2026

Education – (BS/MS): Calvary University’s pre teacher education curriculum meets North Dakota state requirements for licensure.

Contact information for teacher certification in this state is listed below:

State Licensing Board Contact Information
North Dakota Education Standards and Practices Board
2718 Gateway Avenue, Suite 204
Bismarck, ND 58503
(701) 328-9647
Website
Updated April 2026

Commonwealth of Northern Mariana Islands

Online Authorization. Calvary is not authorized to offer online classes to students residing in the Northern Mariana Islands. Students wishing to take classes at Calvary University may do so by becoming resident students or taking face-to-face courses (traditional in-class courses or modular format courses).

Licensed Professional Counseling (MA): Calvary University does not meet the Program Eligibility for Licensure as our program is not CACREP or CHEA accredited

State Licensing Board Contact Information
Health Care Professions Licensing Board
PO Box 502078, Building 1241 Pohnpei Court
Capital Hill, Saipan, MP 96950
(670) 664-4809
Website
Updated April 2026

Education – (BS/MS): Calvary University’s pre teacher education curriculum does not meet Commonwealth of Northern Mariana Island requirements for licensure.

Contact information for teacher certification in the Commonwealth is listed below:

State Licensing Board Contact Information
Public School System State Board of Education
PO Box 501370 CK
Saipan, MP 96950
(670) 237-3061
Website
Updated April 2026

Ohio

Online Authorization. Calvary is authorized to offer online classes to students residing in Ohio.

Licensed Professional Counseling (MA): Calvary University Program does not meet Eligibility for Licensure in Ohio. While our program is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission and the Association of Biblical Higher Education, it is not accredited by the Council for Accreditation of Counseling and Related Educational Programs (CACREP) as specified by the State of Ohio.

State Licensing Board Contact Information
Counselor, Social Worker and Marriage and Family Therapist Board
77 South High Street, 24th Floor, Room 2468
Columbus, OH 43215
(614) 466-0912
Website
Updated April 2026

Education – (BS/MS): The Ohio State Board of Education’s website lists multiple pathways to teacher licensure for out-of-state applicants. These pathways include a Resident Educator License for graduates who have obtained Missouri state teaching certification but have less than two years of teaching experience as well as a 1- Year Out-of-State teaching license with any remaining coursework listed as limitations on the teaching license along with the requirement to complete the remaining coursework prior to re-applying for the Resident Educator License or a professional teaching license.

Contact information for teacher certification in this state is listed below:

State Licensing Board Contact Information
Ohio Department of Education
25 South Front Street
Columbus, OH 43215
(877) 644-6338
Website
Updated April 2026

Oklahoma

Online Authorization. Calvary is not authorized to offer online classes to students residing in Oklahoma. Students wishing to take classes at Calvary University may do so by becoming resident students or taking face-to-face courses (traditional in-class courses or modular format courses).

Licensed Professional Counseling (MA): Calvary University does meet Program Eligibility for Licensure.

State Licensing Board Contact Information
Oklahoma State Board of Behavioral Health
3815 N. Sante Fe, Suite 110
Oklahoma City, OK 73118
(405) 522-3696
Website
Updated April 2026

Education – (BS/MS): Oklahoma requires teacher certification applicants to complete a state-approved teacher education program. Since Calvary University’s Educator Preparation Program (EPP) has been approved by the Missouri State Board of Education, Calvary’s pre service teacher curriculum meets Oklahoma state requirements for licensure. Applicants should be aware that Oklahoma may also require passing scores on additional Oklahoma competency exams.

Contact information for teacher certification in this state is listed below:

State Licensing Board Contact Information
Oklahoma State Department of Education
2500 North Lincoln Blvd
Oklahoma City, OK 73105
(405) 521-3301
Website
Updated April 2026

Oregon

Online Authorization. Calvary is not authorized to offer online classes to students residing in Oregon. Students wishing to take classes at Calvary University may do so by becoming resident students or taking face-to-face courses (traditional in-class courses or modular format courses).

Licensed Professional Counseling (MA): Calvary University does meet Program Eligibility for Licensure.

State Licensing Board Contact Information
Oregon State Board of Licensed Professional Counselors and Therapists
3218 Pringle Rd SE Suite 250
Salem, OR 97302
(503) 378-5499
Website
Updated April 2026

Education – (BS/MS): In Oregon, “The Reciprocal Teaching License is issued to teachers who have completed an educator preparation program and hold an active and valid non-provisional teaching license from another state.” Therefore, Calvary University teacher education graduates who obtain a Missouri teaching certificate should be eligible to begin teaching in Oregon.

Contact information for teacher certification in this state is listed below.

State Licensing Board Contact Information
Teacher Standards and Practices Commission
250 Division St. NE
Salem, OR 97301
(503) 378-3586
Website
Updated April 2026

Pennsylvania

Online Authorization. Calvary is not authorized to offer online classes to students residing in Pennsylvania. Students wishing to take classes at Calvary University may do so by becoming resident students or taking face-to-face courses (traditional in-class courses or modular format courses).

Licensed Professional Counseling (MA): Calvary University does meet Program Eligibility for Licensure.

State Licensing Board Contact Information
Bureau of Professional and Occupational Affairs
Penn Center, 2601 N. 3rd Street
Harrisburg, PA 17110
(833) 367-2762
Website
Updated April 2026

Education – (BS/MS): Calvary University’s pre teacher education curriculum does not meet Pennsylvania state requirements for licensure.

Contact information for teacher certification in this state is listed below:

State Licensing Board Contact Information
Pennsylvania Department of Education
333 Market Street
Harrisburg, PA 17126
(717) 783-6788
Website
Updated April 2026

Puerto Rico

Online Authorization. Calvary is not authorized to offer online classes to students residing in Puerto Rico. Students wishing to take classes at Calvary University may do so by becoming resident students or taking face-to-face courses (traditional in-class courses or modular format courses).

Licensed Professional Counseling (MA): Calvary University does not meet the Program Eligibility for Licensure as our program is not accredited by the Council on Higher Education of Puerto Rico (CHE).

State Licensing Board Contact Information
Puerto Rico Board of Examiners in Psychology
PO Box 10200
San Juan Puerto Rico 00908
(787) 765-2929
Website
Updated April 2026

Education – (BS/MS): Calvary University’s pre teacher education curriculum does not meet Puerto Rico requirements for licensure.

Contact information for teacher certification in this territory is listed below:

State Licensing Board Contact Information
Puerto Rico State Department of Education
PO Box 190759
San Juan, Puerto Rico 00919
(787) 759-2000
Website
Updated April 2026

Rhode Island

Online Authorization. Calvary is not authorized to offer online classes to students residing in Rhode Island. Students wishing to take classes at Calvary University may do so by becoming resident students or taking face-to-face courses (traditional in-class courses or modular format courses).

Licensed Professional Counseling (MA): Calvary University Program does not meet Eligibility for Licensure in Rhode Island. While our program is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission and the Association of Biblical Higher Education, it is not accredited by the Council for Accreditation of Counseling and Related Educational Programs (CACREP) as specified by the State of Rhode Island.

State Licensing Board Contact Information
RI Department of Health, Board of Mental Health Counselors and Marriage & Family Therapists
Three Capitol Hill Room 104
Providence, RI 02908
(401) 222-2828
Website
Updated April 2026

Education – (BS/MS): Rhode Island’s Department of Education website states: “Reciprocity allows individuals who completed a state-approved out-of-state preparation program or who hold valid full out-of-state certificates to pursue RI certification where similar certificate areas exist.” Since Calvary University’s Educator Preparation Program (EPP) has been approved by the Missouri State Board of Education, Calvary’s pre service teacher curriculum meets Rhode Island’s state requirements for licensure. Similar Rhode Island certificates exist for Calvary’s Elementary, Middle School, and Music Education majors. Rhode Island’s Secondary Certification covers grades 6 – 12. Therefore, Calvary’s Secondary Education majors should consider double majoring in both Middle and Secondary Education within their content area.

Contact information for teacher certification in this state is listed below:

State Licensing Board Contact Information
Rhode Island Department of Elementary and Secondary Education
255 Westminster Street
Providence, RI 02903
(401) 222-8893
Website
Updated April 2026

South Carolina

Online Authorization. Calvary is authorized to offer online classes to students residing in South Carolina.

Licensed Professional Counseling (MA): Calvary University does meet Program Eligibility for Licensure. Calvary University offers synchronous courses online in the state of South Carolina.

State Licensing Board Contact Information
South Carolina Board of Examiners for Licensure of Professional Counselors, Marriage and Family Therapists, Addiction Counselors, and Psycho-Educational Specialists
110 Centerview Drive
Columbia, SC 29210
(803) 896-4658
Website
Updated April 2026

Education – (BS/MS): Calvary University’s pre teacher education curriculum does not meet South Carolina state requirements for licensure.

Contact information for teacher certification in this state is listed below:

State Licensing Board Contact Information
South Carolina Department of Education
1429 Senate Street
Columbia, SC 29201
(803) 896-0325
Website
Updated April 2026

South Dakota

Online Authorization. Calvary is authorized to offer online classes to students residing in South Dakota.

Licensed Professional Counseling (MA): Calvary University does not meet the Program Eligibility for Licensure as our program is not CACREP or CHEA accredited

State Licensing Board Contact Information
South Dakota Department of Social Services
700 Governors Drive
Pierre, SD 57501
(605) 773-3165
Website
Updated April 2026

Education – (BS/MS): Calvary University’s pre teacher education curriculum does not fully meet South Dakota state requirements for licensure due to the fact that South Dakota requires pre-service teachers to take a course in South Dakota Indian Studies. However, South Dakota Administrate Rule 24:28:16:05 state: “The secretary may issue a certificate with provisional status to an applicant who meets all requirements for reciprocal certification. . .except completion of South Dakota Indian Studies.” Therefore, Calvary University’s teacher education graduates who obtain Missouri state teaching certification should be able to obtain a provisional certificate to begin teaching in South Dakota.

Contact information for teacher certification in this state is listed below:

State Licensing Board Contact Information
South Dakota Department of Education
800 Governors Drive
Pierre, SD 57501
(605) 773-3134
Website
Updated April 2026

Tennessee

Online Authorization. Calvary is authorized to offer online classes to students residing in Tennessee.

Licensed Professional Counseling (MA): Calvary University Program does not meet Eligibility for Licensure in Tennessee. While our program is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission and the Association of Biblical Higher Education, it is not accredited by the Council for Accreditation of Counseling and Related Educational Programs (CACREP) as specified by the State of Tennessee.

State Licensing Board Contact Information
Board of Licensed Professional Counselors, Licensed Marital and Family Therapists and Licensed Pastoral Therapists
710 James Robertson Parkway
Nashville, TN 37243
(615) 741-5735
Website
Updated April 2026

Education – (BS/MS): The Tennessee Department of Education provides multiple pathways by which out-of-state educators may obtain a teaching license. Since Calvary University’s Educator Preparation Program (EPP) has been approved by the Missouri State Board of Education, Calvary’s pre service teacher curriculum meets Tennessee’s state requirements for licensure.

Contact information for teacher certification in this state is listed below:

State Licensing Board Contact Information
Tennessee Department of Education
9th Floor, Andrew Johnson Tower 710 James Robertson Parkway
Nashville, TN 37243
(615) 532-4885
Website
Updated April 2026

Texas

Online Authorization. Calvary is authorized to offer online classes to students residing in Texas.

Licensed Professional Counseling (MA): Calvary University does meet Program Eligibility for Licensure. Calvary University offers synchronous courses online in the state of Texas.

State Licensing Board Contact Information
Texas Department of State Health Services- Texas Board of Examiners of Professional Counselors
1801 Congress Avenue, Suite 7
Austin, TX 78701
(512) 305-7700
Website
Updated April 2026

Education – (BS/MS): Texas Education Agency’s website states: “Texas does not have reciprocity with any other state. . .TEA conducts a credentials review to determine whether an applicant’s certification, teaching experience, and exams align with Texas standards.” Therefore, it is not possible to determine prior to application whether or not Calvary University’s pre-service curriculum meets Texas state requirements for licensure.

Contact information for teacher certification in this state is listed below:

State Licensing Board Contact Information
Texas State Board of Education
1701 N. Congress Avenue
Austin, TX 78701
(512) 463-9734
Website
Updated April 2026

Utah

Online Authorization. Calvary is not authorized to offer online classes to students residing in Utah. Students wishing to take classes at Calvary University may do so by becoming resident students or taking face-to-face courses (traditional in-class courses or modular format courses).

Licensed Professional Counseling (MA): Calvary University Program does not meet Eligibility for Licensure in Utah. While our program is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission and the Association of Biblical Higher Education, it is not accredited by the Council for Accreditation of Counseling and Related Educational Programs (CACREP) as specified by the State of Utah.

State Licensing Board Contact Information
Utah Department of Commerce
Division of Occupational and Professional Licensing
Heber M. Wells Bldg., 4th Floor, 160 East 300 South
Salt Lake City, UT 84111
(801) 530-6628
Website
Updated April 2026

Education – (BS/MS): Utah conducts a License Equivalency Review. Therefore, it is not possible to determine prior to application whether or not Calvary University’s pre-service curriculum meets Utah’s state requirements for licensure.

Contact information for teacher certification in this state is listed below:

State Licensing Board Contact Information
Utah State Board of Education
250 E 500 S
Salt Lake City, UT 84114
(801) 538-7740
Website
Updated April 2026

Vermont

Online Authorization. Calvary is authorized to offer online classes to students residing in Vermont.

Licensed Professional Counseling (MA): Calvary University does meet Program Eligibility for Licensure. Calvary University offers synchronous courses online in the state of Vermont.

State Licensing Board Contact Information
Board of Allied Mental Health – VT Secretary of State’s Office
128 State Street
Montpelier, VT 5633
(802) 828-2390
Website
Updated April 2026

Education – (BS/MS): The Vermont Agency of Education website states: “As of 9/1/15, an educator with a non-conditional/non-expired out of state professional educator license, for a state that has signed the Interstate NASDTEC agreement, will be eligible for initial licensure in VT to match the same/equivalent endorsement from the other state.” Since Missouri has signed the Interstate NASDTEC agreement, Calvary teacher education graduates who obtain a Missouri teaching certificate should be able to obtain a Vermont Level I Professional Educator’s License and begin teaching in Vermont.

Contact information for teacher certification in this state is listed below:

State Licensing Board Contact Information
Vermont Agency of Education-Licensing Office
1 National Life Drive, Davis 5
Montpelier, VT 05641
(802) 828-2390
Website
Updated April 2026

Virgin Islands

Online Authorization. Calvary is not authorized to offer online classes to students residing in the US Virgin Islands. Students wishing to take classes at Calvary University may do so by becoming resident students or taking face-to-face courses (traditional in-class courses or modular format courses).

Licensed Professional Counseling (MA): Calvary University does meet Program Eligibility for Licensure.

State Licensing Board Contact Information
VI Board of Licensed Counselors and Examiners
Croix Location:
Department of Licensing & Consumer Affairs

Golden Rock Shopping Center, Suite 9

Christiansted, VI 00820-4311

Thomas Location:

Department of Licensing & Consumer Affairs

8201 Sub Base, Suite 1

St. Thomas, VI 00802
Website

Updated April 2026

Education – (BS/MS): Calvary University’s pre teacher education curriculum does not fully meet Virgin Island requirements for licensure as teachers are required to complete a course in Virgin Island History. However, this course may be completed within the first year of employment.

Contact information for teacher certification in this state is listed below:

State Licensing Board Contact Information
Virgin Islands Department of Education
1834 Kongens Gade 00850
Thomas, Virgin Islands 00802
(340) 774-0100
Website
Updated April 2026

Virginia

Online Authorization. Calvary is not authorized to offer online classes to students residing in Virginia. Students wishing to take classes at Calvary University may do so by becoming resident students or taking face-to-face courses (traditional in-class courses or modular format courses).

Licensed Professional Counseling (MA): Calvary University does meet Program Eligibility for Licensure.

State Licensing Board Contact Information
Virginia Department of Health Professions Board of Counseling
Perimeter Center 9960 Mayland Drive, Suite 300
Henrico, VA 23233
(804) 367-4610
Website
Updated April 2026

Education – (BS/MS): The Virginia Department of Education requires out-of-state applicants to complete a state approved EPP through an accredited university or hold a valid out-of-state teaching license. Virginia offers two reciprocity pathways: 1) a traditional pathway, and 2) a universal pathway for those who have held a valid teaching license for three years prior to application for a Virginia teaching license. Calvary University’s EPP is approved by the Missouri State Board of Education, and Calvary is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission (HLC). However, Calvary’s pre service teacher education curriculum may not fully meet Virginia licensure requirements as Virginia requires the completion of several training modules prior to licensure.

Contact information for teacher certification in this state is listed below:

State Licensing Board Contact Information
Virginia Department of Education
James Monroe Building 101 N. 14th Street
Richmond, VA 23218
(800) 292-3820
Website
Updated April 2026

Washington

Online Authorization. Calvary is authorized to offer online classes to students residing in Washington.

Licensed Professional Counseling (MA): Calvary University does meet Program Eligibility for Licensure. Calvary University offers synchronous courses online in the state of Washington.

State Licensing Board Contact Information
Certified Counselors and Hypnotherapists Advisory Committee (housed at the WA Department of Health)
Town Center 2, 111 Israel Road SE
Tumwater, WA 98501
(360) 236-4700
Website
Updated April 2026
Education – (BS/MS):The Washington Office of Superintendent of Public Instruction offers Residency Teacher Certificates to out-of-state applicants who have completed a state approved teacher preparation program and a bachelor’s degree. Since Calvary University’s Educator Preparation Program (EPP) is approved by the Missouri State Board of Education, our teacher education curriculum meets Washington state requirements for licensure and graduates should be able to begin teaching in the state of Washington.
Contact information for teacher certification in this state is listed below:
State Licensing Board Contact Information
Professional Educator Standards Board
Old Capitol Building, 600 Washington Street SE
Olympia, WA 98504
(360) 725-6275
Website
Updated April 2026

West Virginia

Online Authorization. Calvary is authorized to offer online classes to students residing in West Virginia.

Licensed Professional Counseling (MA): Calvary University does meet Program Eligibility for Licensure. Calvary University offers synchronous courses online in the state of West Virginia.

State Licensing Board Contact Information
WV Board Examiners in Counseling
815 Quarrier Street, Suite 212
Charleston, WV 25301
(304) 558-5494
Website
Updated April 2026

Education – (BS/MS): Calvary University’s pre teacher education curriculum does not meet West Virginia state requirements for licensure.

Contact information for teacher certification in this state is listed below:

State Licensing Board Contact Information
West Virginia Department of Education
1900 Kanawha Blvd, Suite 700
East Charleston, WV 25303
(304) 558-7010
Website
Updated April 2026

Wisconsin

Online Authorization. Calvary is not authorized to offer online classes to students residing in Wisconsin. Students wishing to take classes at Calvary University may do so by becoming resident students or taking face-to-face courses (traditional in-class courses or modular format courses).

Licensed Professional Counseling (MA): Calvary University Program does not meet Eligibility for Licensure in Wisconsin. While our program is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission and the Association of Biblical Higher Education, it is not accredited by the Council for Accreditation of Counseling and Related Educational Programs (CACREP) as specified by the State of Wisconsin.

State Licensing Board Contact Information
State of Wisconsin Department of Safety and Professional Services
4822 Madison Yards Way
Madison, WI 53705
(608) 266-2112
Website
Updated April 2026

Education – (BS/MS): Calvary University’s pre teacher education curriculum does not meet Wisconsin state requirements for licensure.

Contact information for teacher certification in this state is listed below:

State Licensing Board Contact Information
Wisconsin Department of Public Instruction
125 S. Webster Street
Madison, WI 53703
(608) 266-3390
Website
Updated April 2026

Wyoming

Online Authorization. Calvary is not authorized to offer online classes to students residing in Wyoming. Students wishing to take classes at Calvary University may do so by becoming resident students or taking face-to-face courses (traditional in-class courses or modular format courses).

Licensed Professional Counseling (MA): Calvary University does meet Program Eligibility for Licensure.

State Licensing Board Contact Information
Wyoming Mental Health Professions Licensing Board
2001 Capitol Ave., Rm 105
Cheyenne, WY 82002
(307) 777-7788
Website
Updated April 2026

Education – (BS/MS): The Wyoming Professional Teaching Standards Board recognizes out-of-state teaching licenses if the applicant completed a regionally accredited teacher education program and completed a supervised Student Teaching experience. Since Calvary University is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission (HLC) and our education majors are supervised during Student Teaching, then Calvary teacher education graduates who have obtained Missouri state teaching certification should be eligible to begin teaching in Wyoming. Calvary graduates should be aware that they will need to complete a Wyoming Constitution exam prior to obtaining a Wyoming teaching license.

Contact information for teacher certification in this state is listed below:

State Licensing Board Contact Information
Wyoming Professional Teaching Standards Board
1920 Thomas Ave. Suite 100
Cheyenne, WY 82001
(307) 777-7291
Website
Updated April 2026