Licensure Requirements

As required by federal statute, Southeast Technical College recommends the following for its occupational programs that are designed to lead a license or certification required for employment in the occupation.

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Business

Real Estate Pre-Licensing, Single Course

National Licensure Requirements Southeast Tech's curriculum meets state licensure requirements in the following states: Southeast Tech's curriculum does not meet the state requirements for: There has been no determination made as to if Southeast Tech's curriculum meets licensure requirements in:
Students completing the Real Estate Pre-Licensing course must pass the licensing exam administered in order to obtain a licensure and begin practice as a broker associate. Additional steps are required in other states after first being licensed in South Dakota. Obtaining additional state licenses requires additional paperwork, documentation, firm license compliance, background checks, state approvals and educations that vary by state.  South Dakota Alabama, Alaska, Arizona, Arkansas California, Colorado, Connecticut, Delaware, Florida, Georgia, Hawaii, Idaho, Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Kansas, Kentucky, Louisiana, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, Michigan, Minnesota, Mississippi, Missouri, Montana, Nebraska, Nevada, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New Mexico, New York, North Carolina, North Dakota, Ohio, Oklahoma, Oregon, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, South Carolina, Tennessee, Texas, Utah, Vermont, Washington, Virginia, West Virginia, Wisconsin, Wyoming, American Samoa, District of Columbia, Guam, The Republic of the Marshall Islands, The Federated States of Micronesia, The Commonwealth of the Northern Mariana Islands, The Republic of Palau, The Commonwealth of Puerto Rico, The Virgin Islands  

Healthcare

Cardiovascular Sonography, AAS

National Licensure Requirements Southeast Tech's curriculum meets state licensure requirements in the following states: Southeast Tech's curriculum does not meet the state requirements for: There has been no determination made as to if Southeast Tech's curriculum meets licensure requirements in:
Graduates of the Associate of Applied Science in Cardiovascular Sonography must pass the Adult Echocardiography exam administered by American Registry for Diagnostic Medical Sonography in order to obtain licensure and begin practice as a registered diagnostic cardiac sonographer and a registered vascular technologist. ARDMS credentials are recognized nationally and internationally South Dakota, Alabama, Alaska, Arizona, Arkansas, California, Colorado, Connecticut, Delaware, Florida, Georgia, Hawaii, Idaho, Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Kansas, Kentucky, Louisiana, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, Michigan, Minnesota, Mississippi, Missouri, Montana, Nebraska, Nevada, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New Mexico, New York, North Carolina, North Dakota, Ohio, Oklahoma, Oregon, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, South Carolina, Tennessee, Texas, Utah, Vermont, Washington, Virginia, West Virginia, Wisconsin, and Wyoming N/A American Samoa, District of Columbia, Guam, The Republic of the Marshall Islands, The Federated States of Micronesia, The Commonwealth of the Northern Mariana Islands, The Republic of Palau, The Commonwealth of Puerto Rico, The Virgin Islands

Certified Nursing Assistant, Single Course

National Licensure Requirements Southeast Tech's curriculum meets state licensure requirements in the following states: Southeast Tech's curriculum does not meet the state requirements for: This course curriculum may meet the requirements for training and transferring certifications in other states. Individuals should verify their certification/qualifications in these states and territories.
Students completing the Certified Nurses Aid course must pass the South Dakota Nurse's Assistant Certification exam in order to obtain a certificate to begin practice as a certified nurses assistant in South Dakota. South Dakota N/A Alabama, Alaska, Arizona, Arkansas California, Colorado, Connecticut, Delaware, Florida, Georgia, Hawaii, Idaho, Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Kansas, Kentucky, Louisiana, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, Michigan, Minnesota, Mississippi, Missouri, Montana, Nebraska, Nevada, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New Mexico, New York, North Carolina, North Dakota, Ohio, Oklahoma, Oregon, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, South Carolina, Tennessee, Texas, Utah, Vermont, Washington, Virginia, West Virginia, Wisconsin, Wyoming, District of Columbia, American Samoa, Guam, Northern Mariana Islands, Puerto Rico, U.S. Virgin Islands

Dental Assisting, Diploma

National Licensure Requirements Southeast Tech's curriculum meets state licensure requirements in the following states: Southeast Tech's curriculum does not meet the state requirements for: There has been no determination made as to if Southeast Tech's curriculum meets licensure requirements in:
Approval to become a Registered or Licensed Dental Assistant is determined by each state's Department of Dentistry. Please review the Department of Dentistry's requirements for the state you wish to be employed. In South Dakota, Southeast Technical College's Dental Assisting diploma program is authorized by the South Dakota State Board of Dentistry. Graduates are eligible to apply for registration in South Dakota upon Graduation. The Dental Association National Board (DANB) has authorized graduates of STC's Dental Assisting diploma program to earn credentialing as a Certified Dental Assistant (CDA).  South Dakota, Alabama, Arizona, Arkansas, Colorado,  Delaware, Florida, Hawaii, Idaho, Iowa, Kansas, Kentucky,  Massachusetts, Mississippi, Montana, Nebraska, Nevada, New Hampshire, North Carolina, North Dakota, Ohio, Rhode Island, South Carolina, Tennessee, Texas, Utah, Vermont, Washington, Wisconsin, Wyoming, District of Columbia, The Commonwealth of the Northern Mariana Islands, The Commonwealth of Puerto Rico and The Virgin Islands Alaska, California, Connecticut, Georgia, Illinois, Indiana, Maine, Maryland, Michigan, Minnesota, Missouri, New Jersey, New Mexico, New York, Louisiana, Oklahoma, Oregon, Pennsylvania, Virginia, West Virginia, American Samoa, Guam, The Republic of the Marshall Islands, The Federated States of Micronesia, The Republic of Palau,   

Diagnostic Medical Sonography, AAS

National Licensure Requirements Southeast Tech's curriculum meets state licensure requirements in the following states: Southeast Tech's curriculum does not meet the state requirements for: There has been no determination made as to if Southeast Tech's curriculum meets licensure requirements in:
Graduates of the Associate of Applied Science in Diagonostic Medical Sonography Technology must pass the three part exam administered by the American Registry for Diagnostic Medical Sonography in order to obtain licensure and begin practice as a registered diagnostic medical sonography technologist. ARDMS credentials are recognized nationally and internationally.  South Dakota, Alabama, Alaska, Arizona, Arkansas, California, Colorado, Connecticut, Delaware, Florida, Georgia, Hawaii, Idaho, Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Kansas, Kentucky, Louisiana, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, Michigan, Minnesota, Mississippi, Missouri, Montana, Nebraska, Nevada, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New Mexico, New York, North Carolina, North Dakota, Ohio, Oklahoma, Oregon, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, South Carolina, Tennessee, Texas, District of Columbia, Utah, Vermont, Washington, Virginia, West Virginia, Wisconsin, and Wyoming N/A American Samoa, Guam, The Republic of the Marshall Islands, The Federated States of Micronesia, The Commonwealth of the Northern Mariana Islands, The Republic of Palau, The Commonwealth of Puerto Rico, The Virgin Islands

Emergency Medical Technician, Single Course and Lab

National Licensure Requirements Southeast Tech's curriculum meets state licensure requirements in the following states: Southeast Tech's curriculum does not meet the state requirements for: There has been no determination made as to if Southeast Tech's curriculum meets licensure requirements in:
Students completing the Emergency Medical Technology course and lab must pass the Emergency Medical Technicians (EMT) exam administered by the National Registry of Emergency Medical Technicians in order to obtain a licensure and begin practice as an emergency medical technician. Please check the National Registry for Emergency Medical Technicians website for certification details.  South Dakota N/A Alabama, Alaska, Arizona, Arkansas California, Colorado, Connecticut, Delaware, Florida, Georgia, Hawaii, Idaho, Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Kansas, Kentucky, Louisiana, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, Michigan, Minnesota, Mississippi, Missouri, Montana, Nebraska, Nevada, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New Mexico, New York, North Carolina, North Dakota, Ohio, Oklahoma, Oregon, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, South Carolina, Tennessee, Texas, Utah, Vermont, Washington, Virginia, West Virginia, Wisconsin, Wyoming, American Samoa, District of Columbia, Guam, The Republic of the Marshall Islands, The Federated States of Micronesia, The Commonwealth of the Northern Mariana Islands, The Republic of Palau, The Commonwealth of Puerto Rico, The Virgin Islands

Invasive Cardiovascular Technology, AAS

National Licensure Requirements Southeast Tech's curriculum meets state licensure requirements in the following states: Southeast Tech's curriculum does not meet the state requirements for: There has been no determination made as to if Southeast Tech's curriculum meets licensure requirements in:
Graduates of the Associate of Applied Science in Invasive Cardiovascular Technology must pass the Registered Cardiovascular Invasive Specialist (RCIS) exam administered by Cardiovascular Credentialing International in order to obtain licensure and begin practice as a certified invasive cardiovascular technologist.  South Dakota, Alabama, Alaska, Arizona, Arkansas, California, Colorado, Connecticut, Delaware, Florida, Georgia, Hawaii, Idaho, Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Kansas, Kentucky, Louisiana, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, Michigan, Minnesota, Mississippi, Missouri, Montana, Nebraska, Nevada, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New Mexico, New York, North Carolina, North Dakota, Ohio, Oklahoma, Oregon, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, South Carolina, Tennessee, Texas, Utah, Vermont, Washington, Virgina, West Virginia, Wisconsin, Wyoming, American Samoa, District of Columbia, The Commonwealth of Puerto Rico, Guam, The Republic of the Marshall Islands, The Federated States of Micronesia, The Commonwealth of the Northern Mariana, The Republic of Palau, and the Virgin Islands.  N/A N/A

Medical Assistant, Diploma

National Licensure Requirements States requiring completion of medical assisting education to work as a medical assistant or to be delegated certian tasks while working as a medical assistant: Southeast Tech's curriculum does not meet the state requirements for: States and American juristictions that do not require medical assistants to have a formal education:
Graduates of the Diploma in Medical Assisting must pass the Certified Medical Assessment (AAMA) exam administered by the American Association of Medical Assistants in order to obtain certification and begin practice as a certified medical assistant.

Please visit the AAMA State Scope of Practice Laws.

STC is a Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs (CAAHEP) accreditated program and curriculum prepares students at the highest level. 		 South Dakota, California*, Connecticut, Delaware,New Jersey, North Dakota, South Carolina, Tennessee, and Washington

*California requires a certification only for rmedical assistants that teach other medical assistants venipuncture and injections on the job. 



 N/A Alabama, Alaska, Arizona, Arkansas, California, Colorado, Florida, Georgia, Hawaii, Idaho, Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Kansas, Kentucky, Louisiana, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, Michigan, Minnesota, Mississippi, Missouri, Montana, Nebraska, Nevada, New Hampshire, New Mexico, New York, North Carolina, Ohio, Oklahoma, Oregon, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, Texas, Utah, Vermont,  Virgina, West Virginia, Wisconsin, Wyoming, American Samoa, District of Columbia, Guam, The Republic of the Marshall Islands, The Federated States of Micronesia, The Commonwealth of the Northern Mariana Islands, The Republic of Palau, The Commonwealth of Puerto Rico, and The Virgin Islands

Paramedic Science, AAS

National Licensure Requirements Southeast Tech’s curriculum meets licensure requirements after successful program completion and gaining specific certification or licensure in the following states: Southeast Tech's curriculum does not meet the state requirements for: There has been no determination made as to if Southeast Tech's curriculum meets licensure requirements in:
Graduates of the Associate of Applied Science in Paramedic Science must pass the National Registry Paramedic cognitive (knowledge) examination administered by the National Registry of Emergency Medical Technicians (NREMT) in order to practice as a certified paramedic. Please check the National Registry for Emergency Medical Technicians website for paramedic certification details.  Alabama, Alaska, Arizona, Arkansas, California, Colorado, Connecticut, Delaware, District of Columbia, Florida, Georgia, Hawaii, Idaho, Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Kansas, Kentucky, Louisiana, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, Michigan, Minnesota, Mississippi, Missouri, Montana, Nebraska, Nevada, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New Mexico, New York*, North Carolina*, North Dakota, Ohio, Oklahoma, Oregon, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, South Carolina, South Dakota, Tennessee, Texas, Utah, Vermont, Virginia, Washington, Wisconsin, West Virginia, Wyoming

*Reciprocity or compact state. EMS professionals licensed in a home state are extended the privilege to practice here.		 N/A American Samoa, Guam, The Republic of the Marshall Islands, The Federated States of Micronesia, The Commonwealth of the Northern Mariana Islands, The Republic of Palau, The Commonwealth of Puerto Rico, The Virgin Islands

Phlebotomy Technician, Certificate

National Licensure Requirements Southeast Tech's curriculum meets state licensure requirements in the following states: Southeast Tech's curriculum does not meet the state requirements for: There has been no determination made as to if Southeast Tech's curriculum meets licensure requirements in:
Graduates of the Diploma in Phlebotomy must pass the National Health Care Association Exam (NHA) exam in order to obtain a certificate to begin practice as a certified phlebotomy technician. South Dakota, Alabama, Alaska,  Arkansas, Colorado, Connecticut, Delaware, District of Columbia, Florida,  Indiana, Illinois, Iowa, Kansas, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, Michigan, Minnesota, Mississippi, Missouri, Montana, Nebraska, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New Mexico, New York, North Carolina, North Dakota, Ohio, Oklahoma, Oregon, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, South Carolina, Tennessee, Texas, Utah, Vermont, Virginia, West Virginia, Wisconsin, and Wyoming Arizona, California,Georgia, Hawaii, Idaho, Kentucky, Louisiana, Nevada, Washington American Samoa, Guam, The Republic of the Marshall Islands, The Federated States of Micronesia, The Commonwealth of the Northern Mariana Islands, The Republic of Palau, The Commonwealth of Puerto Rico, The Virgin Islands

Surgical Technology, AAS

National Licensure Requirements Southeast Tech's curriculum meets state licensure requirements in the following states: Southeast Tech's curriculum does not meet the state requirements for: There has been no determination made as to if Southeast Tech's curriculum meets licensure requirements in:
Graduates of the Associate of Applied Science in Surgical Technology must pass the National Certification Exam for Surgical Technologist exam administered by National Board of Surgical Technology and Surgical Assisting (NBSTSA) in order to obtain licensure and begin practice as a certified surgical technologist.  Alabama, Alaska, Arizona, Arkansas California, Colorado, Connecticut, Delaware, Florida, Georgia, Hawaii, Idaho, Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Kansas, Kentucky, Louisiana, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, Michigan, Minnesota, Mississippi, Missouri, Montana, Nebraska, Nevada, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New Mexico, New York, North Carolina, North Dakota, Ohio, Oklahoma, Oregon, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, South Carolina, South Dakota, Tennessee, Texas, Utah, Vermont, Washington, Virginia, West Virginia, Wisconsin, and Wyoming American Samoa, District of Columbia, Guam, The Republic of the Marshall Islands, The Federated States of Micronesia, The Commonwealth of the Northern Mariana Islands, The Republic of Palau, The Commonwealth of Puerto Rico, The Virgin Islands  

Nursing

Licensed Practical Nurse, Diploma

National Licensure Requirements Southeast Tech's curriculum meets state licensure requirements in the following states: Southeast Tech's curriculum does not meet the state requirements for: Does Not Meet. The STC nursing program may meet the state licensing requirements of any state listed as not meeting requirements. However, becuae the state laws and rules do not explicitly confirm our program meets respective state standards, prospective students should contact the respective state board of nursing to obtrain approval before enrolling. 
Graduates of the Diploma in Licensed Practical Nursing (LPN) must pass the National Council Licensure Examination Registered Nurse (NCLEX-PN) in order to obtain licensure and begin practice as a licensed practical nurse. Nursing Licensure Information can be found on the National Council of State Boards of Nursing (NCSBN) website.  South Dakota, Alaska, Florida, Hawaii, Maine, Massachusetts, Missouri



   Alabama, Arizona, Arkansas, California, Colorado, Connecticut, Delaware, Georgia, Idaho, Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Kansas, Kentucky, Louisiana, Maryland, Michigan, Minnesota, Mississippi, Montana, Nebraska, Nevada, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New Mexico, New York, North Carolina, North Dakota, Ohio, Oklahoma, Oregon, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, South Carolina, Tennessee, Texas, Utah, Vermont, Washington, Virginia, West Virginia, Wisconsin, and Wyoming, The Commonwealth of the Northern Mariana Islands, Guam, American Samoa, District of Columbia, The Republic of the Marshall Islands, The Federated States of Micronesia, The Republic of Palau, The Commonwealth of Puerto Rico, The Virgin Islands

Registered Nurse, AAS

National Licensure Requirements Southeast Tech's curriculum meets state licensure requirements in the following states: Southeast Tech's curriculum does not meet the state requirements for: Does Not Meet. Will need consideration of additional state-specific requirements that can be found on the National Council of State Boards of Nursing website. 
Graduates of the Associate of Applied Science in Registered Nursing (RN) must pass the National Council Licensure Examination Registered Nurse (NCLEX-RN) in order to obtain licensure and begin practice as a registered nurse. Nursing Licensure Information can be found on the National Council of State Boards of Nursing (NCSBN) website. South Dakota, Alaska, Florida, Maine, Massachusetts, Missouri, New Mexico



   Alabama, Arizona, Arkansas, California, Colorado, Connecticut, Delaware, Georgia, Guam, Hawaii, Idaho, Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Kansas, Kentucky, Louisiana, Maryland, Michigan, Minnesota, Mississippi, Montana, Nebraska, Nevada, New Hampshire, New Jersey,  New York, North Carolina, North Dakota, Ohio, Oklahoma, Oregon, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, South Carolina, Tennessee, Texas, Utah, Vermont, Washington, Virginia, West Virginia, Wisconsin, Wyoming, American Samoa, The Commonwealth of the Northern Mariana Islands, District of Columbia, The Republic of the Marshall Islands, The Federated States of Micronesia, The Republic of Palau, The Commonwealth of Puerto Rico, The Virgin Islands
 

Veterinary Technician

Veterinary Technician, AAS

National Licensure Requirements Southeast Tech's curriculum meets state licensure requirements in the following states: Southeast Tech's curriculum does not meet the state requirements for: There has been no determination made as to if Southeast Tech's curriculum meets licensure requirements in:
Graduates of the Associate of Applied Science in Veterinary Technician must pass the Veterinary Technician National Examination (VTNE) exam administered by American Association of Veterinary State Boards in order to obtain registration and begin practice as a certified veterinary technician.  South Dakota, Alabama, Alaska, Arizona, Arkansas California, Colorado, Connecticut, Delaware, Florida, Georgia, Hawaii, Idaho, Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Kansas, Kentucky, Louisiana, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, Michigan, Minnesota, Mississippi, Missouri, Montana, Nebraska, Nevada, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New Mexico, New York, North Carolina, North Dakota, Ohio, Oklahoma, Oregon, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, South Carolina, Tennessee, Texas, Utah, Vermont, Washington, Virginia, West Virginia, Wisconsin, Wyoming, District of Columbia, American Samoa, Guam, Northern Mariana Islands, Puerto Rico, U.S. Virgin Islands, The Republic of Palau, The Republic of the Marshall Islands and The Federated States of Micronesia. N/A N/A

Industrial Technology

Electrician, AAS

National Licensure Requirements Southeast Tech's curriculum meets state licensure requirements in the following states: Southeast Tech's curriculum does not meet the state requirements for: There has been no determination made as to if Southeast Tech's curriculum meets licensure requirements in:
Most states require electricians to be licensed through a combination of hours of experience, exams, and training. Incoming SoutheastTech students are licensed as apprentice electricians in South Dakota. Upon completion of the Electrician program, a Southeast Tech graduate receives 2,000 hours towards their journeyman license in South Dakota. South Dakota Alaska, California Alabama, Arizona, Arkansas, Colorado, Connecticut, Delaware, District of Columbia, Florida, Georgia, Hawaii, Idaho, Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Kansas, Kentucky, Louisiana, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, Michigan, Minnesota, Mississippi, Missouri, Montana, Nebraska, Nevada, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New Mexico, New York, North Carolina, North Dakota, Ohio, Oklahoma, Oregon, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, South Carolina, Tennessee, Texas, Utah, Vermont, Virginia, Washington, West Virginia, Wisconsin, Wyoming, American Samoa, Guam, Northern Mariana Islands, Puerto Rico, U.S. Virgin Islands, The Federated States of Micronesia, The Republic of Palau, The Republic of the Marshall Islands

Plumbing, Diploma

National Licensure Requirements Southeast Tech's curriculum meets state licensure requirements in the following states: Southeast Tech's curriculum does not meet the state requirements for: There has been no determination made as to if Southeast Tech's curriculum meets licensure requirements in:
Most states require plumbers to be licensed through a combination of hours of experience, exams, and training. Incoming Southeast Technical College students are licensed as apprentice plumbers in South Dakota. Upon completion of the Plumbing program, a Southeast Technical College graduate receives 1900 hours towards their journeyman license in South Dakota.

Southeast Technical College graduates can receive additional hours towards their South Dakota Journeyman License while working in different states. Those individuals can apply for and successfully test to receive their SD Journeyman License which is effective in South Dakota, North Dakota, Colorado, Iowa and Minnesota. South Dakota has reciprocity with states on the Uniform Plumbing Code or International Plumbing Code.

Plumbers must be in good standing for the SD Plumbing Commission to provide a certificate of state endorsement or verification of good standing to licensing boards in states with reciprocal agreements. 		 South Dakota, Colorado Iowa, Minnesota, Montana*, North Dakota

*Montana requires more experience to become a plumbing contractor (master).

**Rapid City and Sioux Falls require proof of state licensure to get a city license. 		 Alabama, Alaska, Arizona, Arkansas, California, Connecticut, Delaware, Florida, Georgia, Hawaii, Idaho, Illinois, Indiana, Kansas, Kentucky, Louisiana, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, Michigan, Mississippi, Missouri, Nebraska*, Nevada, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New Mexico, New York, North Carolina, Ohio, Oklahoma, Oregon, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, South Carolina, Tennessee, Texas, Utah, Vermont, Virginia, Washington, West Virginia, Wisconsin, Wyoming, American Samoa, District of Columbia, Guam, The Republic of the Marshall Islands, The Federated States of Micronesia, The Commonwealth of the Northern Mariana Islands, The Republic of Palau, The Commonwealth of Puerto Rico, The Virgin Islands

*Nebraska does not have a state licensing board, as plumbers are licensed by city.		  

* Note: Students will be contacted to complete attestation letters when located in states where our curriculum does not meet or it is underermined it meets the states' requirements. For specific information regarding enrolling, please contact our Admissions Office. Our student location policy can be found in the STC Student Handbook. It is not intended to imply that Southeast Technicla College enrolls all students from all states.