Licensure

Policy Statement

Currently attending and graduates have access to assistance pursuing licensure applicable to their program of study. Students and graduates may reach out to their assigned Career Services Advisor at any time with questions, concerns, or to request additional information about the licensure support services provided by NCC.

Program*	License	State Regulatory Agency
Criminal Justice	Private Investigator License	Nevada Private Investigators Licensing Board (PILB)
Legal Assistant	Notary License	Nevada Secretary of State (SOS )
Massage Therapy**	Massage Therapist License	Nevada State Board of Massage Therapy (NSBMT)
Paralegal Studies	Notary License	Nevada Secretary of State (SOS )
Pharmacy Technician**	Pharmaceutical Technician License	Nevada State Board of Pharmacy (NVBOP)
Phlebotomy Technician**	Laboratory Assistant License	Division of Public and Behavioral Health (DPBH)
Radiography**	Radiologic Technologist License	Department of Health and Human Services Nevada Division of Public and Behavioral Health (DPBH)

*Programs not listed do not currently have an in-field licensure option.

**Licensure is required to gain in-field employment in Nevada for graduates of these programs.

Geographic Considerations

NCC has designed its programs to support graduates seeking employment in Nevada. Students planning to relocate out of state after graduation may have different licensure requirements that they must complete work in their field of study than those required in Nevada. Each student is responsible for determining the licensure requirements for their field of study if they are planning to relocate after graduation. Please refer to the Educational Requirements for Employment Disclosure document for more detailed information.

Eligibility Considerations

Each state regulatory agency has different eligibility considerations for individuals seeking licensure. These generally include the licensure applicant graduating from an approved training program and disclosing information regarding their personal background (e.g. child support status, criminal background history). NCC does not have the authority to grant licensure and strongly recommends that any students with concerns regarding licensure to contact their assigned Career Services Advisor and/or the state regulatory agency directly for additional information.

Financial Considerations

Each student enrolled in the programs listed above has one State of Nevada licensure fee included in the cost of their program. If a student fails to complete the licensure process or is denied by the state regulatory agency, the student is required to resubmit their application to the state regulatory agency, and is responsible for paying any and all associated fees. NCC is not financially responsible for any additional fees incurred by the student, nor will NCC provide a financial credit towards licensure fees for students who relocate after graduation and choose not to pursue licensure in the State of Nevada. Student eligibility for any unused licensure fees expire within six months of graduation.

Nevada State Licensure Applications

NCC students, upon completion of all graduation requirements for their program, meet the occupational licensing qualifications outlined by the Nevada state regulatory agencies responsible for employment in their field of study.

The Nevada occupational licensure application process is monitored closely by NCC’s Career Services Department and is considered a part of the Career Advising Process. Students are oriented to the Nevada licensure process, directed to the relevant state regulatory agency websites, and encouraged to review the license application, qualifications, and renewal process on their own. Students’ assigned Career Services Advisor will provide administrative assistance with all parts of the application submission process.

Although NCC offers assistance with the licensure application process to ensure students are able to meet employment requirements in Nevada in a timely manner, students are ultimately responsible for completing the application process, responding to any and all correspondence from state regulatory agencies/Career Services, and understanding the additional requirements needed to obtain licensure. Delays in licensure approval may occur if a student fails to actively participate in the process with their Career Services Advisor and the relevant state regulatory agency.

Out of State Licensure Applications

Licensure fees included in NCC’s program costs only apply to the Nevada state licensure process and are not able to be applied to out of state licensure applications.

Students who are interested in applying for occupational licensure outside of Nevada are encouraged to review the process outlined on the applicable state regulatory agency’s website as soon as possible to familiarize themselves with the process and ensure that they will meet the qualifications as an NCC graduate. Students should note that additional documentation and/or evidence of training may be required by state regulatory agencies outside of Nevada. Students and graduates may request assistance with securing such documentation in support of their licensure application in a different state by emailing registrar@northwestcareercollege.edu.

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