Teacher Education

Methodist University has determined that the programs in teacher education (B.S.) and the post baccalaureate licensure programs meet the educational requirements for licensure in North Carolina. A North Carolina educator license may transfer to this state under the NASDTEC Interstate Agreement all states. However, there may be specific state requirements beyond those for North Carolina.

• Elementary Education (K-6)
• Physical and Health Education (K-12)
• Middle Grades Education (6-9) – Concentration in Mathematics
• Middle Grades Education (6-9) – Concentration in Science
• Middle Grades Education (6-9) – Concentration in Social Studies
• Middle Grades Education (6-9) – Concentration in English Language Arts
• Special Education – General (K-12)
• Music Education (K-12)
• Art Education (K-12)
• Secondary Education (9-12) – Concentration in Mathematics
• Secondary Education (9-12) – Concentration in Science
• Secondary Education (9-12) – Concentration in Social Studies
• Secondary Education (9-12) – Concentration in English Language Arts

Disclaimer: This information has been gathered from a variety of sources. Although Methodist University has made every effort to provide complete, accurate and up-to-date information, Methodist makes no warranties, express or implied, or representations as to the accuracy or reliability of this information. The information is fluid and evolving. Methodist assumes no liability or responsibility for any errors or omissions in the information contained in this resource.

Alabama

Completion of Methodist University’s Bachelor of Science in Education program does not meet educational requirements to apply for licensure in Alabama.

• Department of Education: https://www.alabamaachieves.org/teacher-center/teacher-certification/
• Reciprocity Licensure: https://www.alabamaachieves.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/TEA_202413_Out-of-State-Certificate-General-Information_v1.0.pdf
• School Social Worker: https://socialwork.alabama.gov/licensees/frequently-asked-questions/

Alaska

Completion of Methodist University’s Bachelor of Science in Education program does not meet educational requirements to apply for a license in Alaska.

• Department of Education & Early Development: https://education.alaska.gov/
• Reciprocity Licensure: alaska.gov/teachercertification/certification/teaching-certificates#osprof
• School Social Worker: https://naswak.socialworkers.org/Professional-Development/Licensing

Arizona

Completion of Methodist University’s Bachelor of Science in Education program does not meet educational requirements to apply for a license in Arizona.

• Department of Education: azed.gov/educator-certification
• Reciprocity Licensure: https://www.azed.gov/educator-certification/forms-and-information/reciprocity
• School Social Worker: https://www.azed.gov/educator-certification/school-social-worker-prek-12

Arkansas

Completion of Methodist University’s Bachelor of Science in Education program does not meet educational requirements to apply for a license in Arkansas.

• Department of Education: https://ade.arkansas.gov/
• School Social Worker: https://portal.arkansas.gov/service/ar-social-worker-licenses-new/#:~:text=In%20Arkansas%2C%20social%20workers%20are,standards%20to%20maintain%20their%20license

California

Completion of Methodist University’s Bachelor of Science in Education program does not meet educational requirements to apply for a license in California.

• Department of Education: cde.ca.gov
• Reciprocity Licensure Nonpublic Agency Certification: cde.ca.gov
• School Social Worker: cde.ca.gov

Colorado

Completion of Methodist University’s Bachelor of Science in Education program does not meet educational requirements to apply for a license in Colorado.

• Department of Education: https://www.cde.state.co.us/
• Reciprocity Licensure: https://www.cde.state.co.us/cdeprof/coloradoreciprocity
• School Social Worker: https://www.cde.state.co.us/cdesped/rs-ssw

Connecticut

Completion of Methodist University’s Bachelor of Science in Education program does not meet educational requirements to apply for a license in Connecticut.

• Department of Education: https://portal.ct.gov/sde
• Reciprocity Licensure: https://portal.ct.gov/sdecertification?language=en_US
• School Social Worker: https://portal.ct.gov/sde/school-social-work/school-social-work/how-to

Delaware

Completion of Methodist University’s Bachelor of Science in Education program does not meet educational requirements to apply for a license in Delaware.

• Department of Education: https://www.doe.k12.de.us/certification
• Reciprocity Licensure: https://education.delaware.gov/legacy/home/educators/licensure-and-certification/out-of-state-applicant
• School Social Worker: https://education.delaware.gov/legacy/home/educators/licensure-and-certification/educators-certification/new-de-educators/specialist/#lic

District of Columbia

Completion of Methodist University’s Bachelor of Science in Education program does not meet educational requirements to apply for a license in D.C.

• Office of the State Superintendent of Education: https://osse.dc.gov/
• Reciprocity Licensure: https://sboe.dc.gov/page/roles
• School Social Worker: https://dchealth.dc.gov/node/161602

Florida

Completion of Methodist University’s Bachelor of Science in Education program does not meet educational requirements to apply for a license in Florida.

• Department of Education: https://www.fldoe.org/teaching/certification/pathways-routes/
• Reciprocity Licensure: https://www.fldoe.org/teaching/certification/pathways-routes/certified-teacher-or-administrator.stml

Georgia

Completion of Methodist University’s Bachelor of Science in Education program does not meet educational requirements to apply for a license in Georgia.

• Department of Education: https://www.gadoe.org/Pages/Home.aspx
• Reciprocity Licensure: https://osse.dc.gov/page/out-state-credential-holders-reciprocity
• School Social Worker: https://sos.ga.gov/board-professional-counselors-social-workers-and-marriage-family-therapists

Guam

See Pacific Territories below.

Hawaii

Completion of Methodist University’s Bachelor of Science in Education program does not meet educational requirements to apply for a license in Hawaii.

• Department of Education: https://www.hawaiipublicschools.org/Pages/Home.aspx
• Reciprocity Licensure: https://www.teachinhawaii.org/certification-and-licensure/#:~:text=Please%20be%20aware%20that%20in,teaching%20credential%20or%20teacher%20certification
• School Social Worker: https://socialworklicensemap.com/social-work-licensure/become-a-social-worker-in-hawaii/

Idaho

Completion of Methodist University’s Bachelor of Science in Education program does not meet educational requirements to apply for a license in Idaho.

• Department of Education: https://www.sde.idaho.gov/
• Reciprocity Licensure: https://learn.org/articles/idaho_teacher_certification_for_out-of-state_teachers.html
• School Social Worker: https://www.sde.idaho.gov/cert-psc/cert/apply/pupil-service.html

Illinois

Completion of Methodist University’s Bachelor of Science in Education program does not meet educational requirements to apply for a license in Illinois.

• Department of Education: https://www.isbe.net/
• Reciprocity Licensure: https://www.isbe.net/Pages/other-states.aspx
• School Social Worker: https://www.isbe.net/pages/pel-school-support-ed-lic.aspx

Indiana

Completion of Methodist University’s Bachelor of Science in Education program does not meet educational requirements to apply for a license in Indiana.

• Department of Education: https://www.in.gov/doe/
• Reciprocity Licensure: https://www.in.gov/doe/educators/educator-licensing/teacher/
• School Social Worker: https://www.in.gov/doe/educators/educator-licensing/school-services-employee/#SWorker

Iowa

Completion of Methodist University’s Bachelor of Science in Education program does not meet educational requirements to apply for a license in Iowa.

• Department of Education: https://educate.iowa.gov/
• Reciprocity Licensure: https://educate.iowa.gov/educator-licensure/licenses-authorizations/regional-exchange-teaching-license-out-state-applicants
• School Social Worker: https://isswa.org/Licensure-in-Iowa – :~:text=School%20Social%20Workers%20in%20Iowa,Professional%20Recognition%20from%20the%20BoEE.

Kansas

Completion of Methodist University’s Bachelor of Science in Education program does not meet educational requirements to apply for a license in Kansas.

• Department of Education: https://www.ksde.org/
• Reciprocity Licensure: https://www.ksde.org/Agency/Division-of-Learning-Services/Teacher-Licensure-TL/Licensure/License-Requirements/Initial-License-Requirements#outofstate
• School Social Worker: https://www.ksbsrb.ks.gov/professions/social-workers

Kentucky

Completion of Methodist University’s Bachelor of Science in Education program does not meet educational requirements to apply for a license in Kentucky.

• Department of Education: https://www.education.ky.gov/Pages/default.aspx
• Reciprocity Licensure: https://www.education.ky.gov/edcert/cert/Pages/Educators-Trained-Out-of-State.aspx#:~:text=Candidates%20trained%20in%20other%20states&text=Additional%20Information:%20Out%2Dof%2D,of%20the%20current%20testing%20requirements
• School Social Worker: https://secure.kentucky.gov/FormServices/BSW/LicenseeApplication

Louisiana

Completion of Methodist University’s Bachelor of Science in Education program does not meet educational requirements to apply for a license in Louisiana.

• Department of Education: louisianabelieves.com
• Reciprocity Licensure: https://www.teachlouisiana.net/Teachers.aspx?PageID=12311129
• School Social Worker: https://www.humanservicesedu.org/louisiana-social-work-requirements/

Maine

Completion of Methodist University’s Bachelor of Science in Education program does not meet educational requirements to apply for a license in Maine.

• Department of Education: https://www.maine.gov/doe/home
• Reciprocity Licensure: https://www.maine.gov/doe/cert/initial
• School Social Worker: https://www.maine.gov/pfr/professionallicensing/professions/state-board-social-worker-licensure

Maryland

Completion of Methodist University’s Bachelor of Science in Education program does not meet educational requirements to apply for a license in Maryland.

• Department of Education: https://www.marylandpublicschools.org/Pages/Default.aspx
• Reciprocity Licensure: https://marylandpublicschools.org/about/Pages/DEE/Certification/Routes-to-Initial-Certification.aspx
• School Social Worker: https://marylandpublicschools.org/about/Pages/DEE/Certification/areas/School-Social-Worker.aspx

Massachusetts

Completion of Methodist University’s Bachelor of Science in Education program does not meet educational requirements to apply for a license in Massachusetts.

• Department of Elementary and Secondary Education: https://www.doe.mass.edu/
• Reciprocity Licensure: https://www.doe.mass.edu/edprep/nasdtec.html
• School Social Worker: https://www.doe.mass.edu/lawsregs/603cmr7.html?section=all

Michigan

Completion of Methodist University’s Bachelor of Science in Education program does not meet educational requirements to apply for a license in Michigan.

• Department of Education: https://www.michigan.gov/mde
• Reciprocity Licensure: https://www.michigan.gov/mde/services/ed-serv/ed-cert/cert-guidance/becoming-a-teacher/out-of-state-applicants
• School Social Worker: https://www.michigan.gov/mde/services/ed-serv/ed-cert/cert-guidance/school-social-worker/ssw-permit

Minnesota

Completion of Methodist University’s Bachelor of Science in Education program does not meet educational requirements to apply for a license in Minnesota.

• Department of Education: https://education.mn.gov
• Reciprocity Licensure: https://mn.gov/pelsb/aspiring-educators/requirements/
• School Social Worker: https://mn.gov/pelsb/assets/School Social Worker: Licensure Information 2023 POST_tcm1113-631625.pdf

Mississippi

Completion of Methodist University’s Bachelor of Science in Education program does not meet educational requirements to apply for a license in Mississippi.

• Department of Elementary & Secondary Education: https://www.mdek12.org
• Reciprocity Licensure: https://mdek12.org/licensure/
• School Social Worker: https://www.swmft.ms.gov/sites/swmft2/files/Reciprocity%20Packet6102024rev.pdf

Missouri

Completion of Methodist University’s Bachelor of Science in Education program does not meet educational requirements to apply for a license in Missouri.

• Department of Education: https://dese.mo.gov
• Reciprocity Licensure: https://dese.mo.gov/educator-quality/certification/out-state-information
• School Social Worker: https://www.socialworklicensure.org/state/social-work-licensure-missouri/

Montana

Completion of Methodist University’s Bachelor of Science in Education program does not meet educational requirements to apply for a license in Montana.

• Department of Education: https://opi.mt.gov/
• Reciprocity Licensure: https://teaching-certification.com/teaching/montana-teacher-reciprocity/
• School Social Worker: https://naswmt.socialworkers.org/Professional-Development/Licensure

Nebraska

Completion of Methodist University’s Bachelor of Science in Education program does not meet educational requirements to apply for a license in Nebraska.

• Department of Education: https://www.education.ne.gov
• Reciprocity Licensure: https://www.education.ne.gov/tcert/out-of-state-certification/
• School Social Worker: https://www.sswan.org/details/documents-and-resources

Nevada

Completion of Methodist University’s Bachelor of Science in Education program does not meet educational requirements to apply for a license in Nevada.

• Department of Education: https://doe.nv.gov
• Reciprocity Licensure: https://doe.nv.gov/educator-licensure/new-teachers-first-time-or-reapplying-in-state-applicants
• School Social Worker: https://doe.nv.gov/educator-licensure/school-social-worker-license

New Hampshire

Completion of Methodist University’s Bachelor of Science in Education program does not meet educational requirements to apply for a license in New Hampshire.

• Department of Education: https://www.education.nh.gov
• Reciprocity Licensure: https://www.oplc.nh.gov/faqs-about-new-reciprocity-rules-new-hampshire
• School Social Worker: https://www.nhes.nh.gov/elmi/products/licertocc/documents/schoolsw.pdf

New Jersey

Completion of Methodist University’s Bachelor of Science in Education program does not meet educational requirements to apply for a license in New Jersey.

• Department of Education: https://www.nj.gov/education
• Reciprocity Licensure: https://www.nj.gov/education/certification/reciprocity/
• School Social Worker: https://njassw.org/

New Mexico

Completion of Methodist University’s Bachelor of Science in Education program does not meet educational requirements to apply for a license in New Mexico.

• Department of Education: https://www.nm.gov/departments-and-agencies/public-education-department
• Reciprocity Licensure: https://teach.com/careers/become-a-teacher/teaching-credential/certification-reciprocity/
• School Social Worker: https://webnew.ped.state.nm.us/bureaus/licensure/licensure-requirements/school-social-worker-pre-k-12

New York

Completion of Methodist University’s Bachelor of Science in Education program does not meet educational requirements to apply for a license in New York.

• Department of Education: https://www.nysed.gov/
• Reciprocity Licensure: https://www.highered.nysed.gov/tcert/certificate/teachrecother.html
• School Social Worker: https://www.op.nysed.gov/professions/social-work/faqs/how-can-i-become-school-social-worker-new-york

North Carolina

Completion of Methodist University’s Bachelor of Science in Education program meets educational requirements to apply for a license in North Carolina.

• Department of Public Instruction: https://www.dpi.nc.gov
• Reciprocity Licensure: https://www.dpi.nc.gov/educators/educators-licensure/apply-nc-educator-license
• School Social Worker: https://www.dpi.nc.gov/educators/specialized-instructional-support/school-social-work/school-social-worker-licensure

North Dakota

Completion of Methodist University’s Bachelor of Science in Education program does not meet educational requirements to apply for a license in North Dakota.

• Department of Public Instruction: https://www.nd.gov/dpi/
• Reciprocity Licensure: https://www.nd.gov/espb/
• School Social Worker: https://www.ndbswe.com/

Ohio

Completion of Methodist University’s Bachelor of Science in Education program does not meet educational requirements to apply for a license in Ohio.

• Department of Education: https://education.ohio.gov/
• Reciprocity Licensure: https://sboe.ohio.gov/educator-licensure/apply-for-a-new-license/out-of-state-licensure
• School Social Worker: https://dam.assets.ohio.gov/image/upload/sboe.ohio.gov/Educator-Licensure/Pupil-Services/Social-Worker-Licensure-Considerations.pdf

Oklahoma

Completion of Methodist University’s Bachelor of Science in Education program does not meet educational requirements to apply for a license in Oklahoma.

• Department of Education: https://sde.ok.gov/
• Reciprocity Licensure: https://oklahoma.gov/oeqa/educator-preparation/certification/out-of-state-test-review.html
• School Social Worker: https://sde.ok.gov/sites/default/files/School-Based%20Mental%20Health%20Professionals%20in%20Oklahoma_0.pdf

Oregon

Completion of Methodist University’s Bachelor of Science in Education program does not meet educational requirements to apply for a license in Oregon.

• Department of Education: https://www.oregon.gov/ode/Pages/default.aspx
• Reciprocity Licensure: https://www.oregon.gov/tspc/lic/pages/out-of-state.aspx
• School Social Worker: https://www.oregon.gov/tspc/Rules/Documents/RAC School Social Worker: License draft.pdf

Pacific Territories

Completion of Methodist University’s Bachelor of Science in Education program does not meet the educational requirements to apply for a license in the Pacific Territories.

• Department of Defense Education Activity: https://www.dodea.edu/
  DoDEA manages 46 schools in three districts across two countries and one territory. DoDEA Pacific schools are fully accredited by U.S. accreditation agencies
• Western Interstate Commission for Higher Education: https://www.wiche.edu/our-region/u-s-pacific-territories-and-freely-associated-states/
  WICH works with the U.S. Pacific Territories and Freely Associated States, including American Samoa, Commonwealth of the Northern Mariana Islands (CNMI), Federated States of Micronesia (FSM), Guam, Republic of Palau, and Republic of the Marshall Islands (RMI). WICHE’s mission is to improve educational access and excellence in the West.
• Regional Advisory Committee: https://www.ed.gov/sites/ed/files/2023/12/Pacific-RAC-20231221-ED-508.pdf
  RAC is a group that advises the DoDEA Pacific Director on education needs in the Pacific region

Pennsylvania

Completion of Methodist University’s Bachelor of Science in Education program does not meet educational requirements to apply for a license in Pennsylvania.

• Department of Education: https://www.ed.gov/contact-us/state-contacts/pa
• Reciprocity Licensure: https://www.education.pa.gov/Educators/Certification/OutOfState/Pages/default.aspx

• School Social Worker: https://www.education.pa.gov/Educators/Certification/CertFAQs/Pages/SchoolSocialWorkerCertificationFAQ.aspx

Puerto Rico

Completion of Methodist University’s Bachelor of Science in Education program does not meet the educational requirements to apply for a license in the Puerto Rico.

Here are contact numbers for the Puerto Rico State Education Agencies:

• US Puerto Rico Department of Education: https://www.ed.gov/contact-us/state-contacts/pr
• Puerto Rico Department of Education: 787.759.2000
• Council on Education of Puerto Rico: 787.641.2121
• Puerto Rico Department of Special Education: 787.759.2000
• Puerto Rico Department of Adult Education: 787.773.5800

Rhode Island

Completion of Methodist University’s Bachelor of Science in Education program does not meet educational requirements to apply for a license in Rhode Island.

• Department of Education: https://ride.ri.gov/
• Reciprocity Licensure: https://ride.ri.gov/teachers-administrators/educator-certification/how-get-certified
• School Social Worker: https://ride.ri.gov/sites/g/files/xkgbur806/files/Portals/0/Uploads/Documents/Teachers-and-Administrators-Excellent-Educators/Educator-Certification/Cert-Requirements/RI_SupportProfessional_Requirements.pdf

South Carolina

Completion of Methodist University’s Bachelor of Science in Education program does not meet educational requirements to apply for a license in South Carolina.

• Department of Education: https://ed.sc.gov/
• Reciprocity Licensure: https://ed.sc.gov/educators/teaching-in-south-carolina/reciprocity/
• School Social Worker: https://llr.sc.gov/sw/licensure.aspx

South Dakota

Completion of Methodist University’s Bachelor of Science in Education program does not meet educational requirements to apply for a license in South Dakota.

• Department of Education: https://doe.sd.gov/
• Reciprocity Licensure: https://doe.sd.gov/certification/documents/RECIPROCITY-%20ED.pdf
• School Social Worker: https://socialworklicensemap.com/social-work-licensure/become-a-social-worker-in-south-dakota/

Tennessee

Completion of Methodist University’s Bachelor of Science in Education program does not meet educational requirements to apply for a license in Tennessee.

• Department of Education: https://www.tn.gov/education.html
• Reciprocity Licensure: https://www.tn.gov/education/educators/licensing/educator-licensure/out-of-state-educators.html
• School Social Worker: https://www.socialworklicensure.org/state/social-work-licensure-tennessee/

Texas

Completion of Methodist University’s Bachelor of Science in Education program does not meet educational requirements to apply for a license in Texas.

• Texas Education Agency: https://tea.texas.gov/
• Reciprocity Licensure: https://tea.texas.gov/texas-educators/certification/out-of-state-certification/out-of-state-certified-educators
• School Social Worker: https://socialworklicensemap.com/social-work-licensure/become-a-social-worker-in-texas/

Utah

Completion of Methodist University’s Bachelor of Science in Education program does not meet educational requirements to apply for a license in Utah.

• Department of Education: https://www.schools.utah.gov/
• Reciprocity Licensure: https://schools.utah.gov/licensing/apply
• School Social Worker: https://dopl.utah.gov/social-work/

Vermont

Completion of Methodist University’s Bachelor of Science in Education program does not meet educational requirements to apply for a license in Vermont.

• Agency and Education: https://education.vermont.gov/
• Reciprocity Licensure: https://education.vermont.gov/educator-licensure/become-a-vermont-educator/reciprocity
• School Social Worker: https://education.vermont.gov/documents/edu-educator-quality-transcript-review-worksheet-school-social-worker

Virgin Islands

Completion of Methodist University’s Bachelor of Science in Education program does not meet the educational requirements to apply for a license in the U.S. Virgin Islands.

• Department of Education: https://vide.vi/
• Reciprocity Licensure: https://vide.vi/human-resources/568-general-certification-requirements.html
• School Social Worker: https://dlca.vi.gov/boardcertifications/steps/swrequirements/

Virginia

Completion of Methodist University’s Bachelor of Science in Education program does not meet educational requirements to apply for a license in Virginia.

• Department of Education https://www.doe.virginia.gov/
• Reciprocity Licensure: https://www.doe.virginia.gov/teaching-learning-assessment/teaching-in-virginia/licensure-reciprocity
• School Social Worker: https://www.doe.virginia.gov/programs-services/student-services/specialized-student-support-services/school-social-work-services

Washington

Completion of Methodist University’s Bachelor of Science in Education program does not meet the educational requirements to apply for a license in Washington.

• Department of Education: https://wa.gov/education
• Reciprocity Licensure: https://ospi.k12.wa.us/certification/reciprocity
• School Social Worker: https://ospi.k12.wa.us/educator-support/education-staff-associate-esa/school-social-work

West Virginia

Completion of Methodist University’s Bachelor of Science in Education program does not meet the educational requirements to apply for a license in West Virginia.

• Department of Education: https://wvde.us/
• Reciprocity Licensure: https://wvde.us/certification/certification-info/#out-of-state-programs-reciprocity
• School Social Worker: https://www.wvsocialworkboard.org/Licensure/License-Types/Regular-License

Wisconsin

Completion of Methodist University’s Bachelor of Science in Education program does not meet educational requirements to apply for a license in Wisconsin.

• Department of Public Instruction: https://dpi.wi.gov/
• Reciprocity Licensure: https://dpi.wi.gov/licensing/pathways-licensure/oos-pathways
• School Social Worker: https://wsswa.org/certification – :~:text=The%20typical%20way%20to%20become,research.

Wyoming

Completion of Methodist University’s Bachelor of Science in Education program does not meet the educational requirements to apply for a license in Wyoming.

• Department of Education: https://edu.wyoming.gov/
• Reciprocity Licensure: https://wyomingptsb.com/licensure/out-of-state-applicants/#:~:text=Recognizing%20Out%2Dof%2DState%20Licensure,be%20equivalent%20to%20Wyoming%20requirements.
• School Social Worker: https://wyomingptsb.com/licensure/additional-school-personnel/