Degrees
The Board of Trustees, on recommendation of the Faculty and President of Western Michigan University, confers the following degrees:
Baccalaureate Degrees
Bachelor of Arts
Bachelor of Business Administration
Bachelor of Fine Arts
Bachelor of Music
Bachelor of Musical Arts
Bachelor of Science
Bachelor of Science in Engineering
Bachelor of Science in Nursing
Bachelor of Social Work
Graduate Degrees
Master of Arts
Master of Business Administration
Master of International Development Administration
Master of Fine Arts
Master of Music
Master of Public Administration
Master of Public Health
Master of Science
Master of Science in Accountancy
Master of Science in Engineering
Master of Science in Finance
Master of Science in Medicine
Master of Science in Nursing
Master of Social Work
Specialist in Education
Doctor of Audiology
Doctor of Education
Doctor of Occupational Therapy
Doctor of Philosophy
Doctor of Physical Therapy
Undergraduate Majors
Majors by College
Please see the following links for all undergraduate majors by College. Not all programs/majors listed online are available for all catalog years. Please see your advisor for program availability.
College of Arts and Sciences
College of Aviation
College of Education and Human Development
College of Engineering and Applied Sciences
College of Fine Arts
College of Health and Human Services
Graduate College
Haworth College of Business
Merze Tate College
Other
Office of Student Transitions
Adrienne Fraaza, Director
Ellsworth Hall
(269) 387-2167
The Office of Student Transitions delivers programs designed to foster a learning environment that involves students academically and socially. Our programs encourage student persistence and retention through graduation from Western Michigan University. The First-Year Experience (FYE) seminar, described below, is the credit portion of the Office of Student Transitions for all students new to the University.
The purpose of the FYE seminar is to develop an intellectually engaged and socially integrated first-year student. This greatly enriches academic and campus life and helps to positively impact university retention. The FYE seminar is available for first-year, first-time students only and has no prerequisites. The FYE seminar is offered fall semester.
FYE 2100 First-Year Experience
The First-Year Experience seminar is designed to help students develop a sense of responsibility for their own learning and will provide support during the first semester of transition to the University. This seminar will introduce students to University resources, academic expectations, the eight dimensions of well-being, and will foster community-building. Taught in a small group setting, students will interact with a faculty/staff member and a student leader twice a week. The FYE 2100 seminar will include weekly class meetings, project-based assignments, written assignments, and attendance at selected University events and workshops. The importance of writing, critical thinking, communication, and study skills will be emphasized, as well as exploration of major and career opportunities. Students will earn a letter grade for this course. Credits: 2 hours
Exploratory Advising
Richard McMullen, Advising Director
1275 Ellsworth Hall
(269) 387-4410
Exploratory Advising provides WMU students who wish to explore academic and career options with advising, assessment and referral services designed to help them select an academic program that will be appropriate for them. The advising approach here is designed with sensitivity to students’ developmental, as well as, academic needs.
Students in the Exploratory Advising are assigned advisors who are specialists in academic planning, human development, and career exploration and development. Help is provided for course selection, academic program planning, interpreting skills and interest assessments, exploring academic and career alternatives and establishing goals.
University Courses (UNIV)
UNIV 1010 Freshman Seminar
This course is designed to assist students to encounter experientially, intellectually, and emotionally the various avenues of learning, and to foster the academic, personal, social and career development of each student. The activities and assignments of the course aid students in the development of an intellectual awareness and provide the skills and self-management required for a successful transition from high school to the University. The course is intended to excite students about learning and living in the new and challenging world of Western Michigan University. For freshmen only. Credits: 1 to 3 hours
UNIV 1020 Career Exploration and Development
This course is designed to help students through the career development process by assessing and developing skills in self-awareness, career awareness, decision-making and planning. It will include activities to identify and explore the following areas: values, interests, career information, decision-making, university resources and the world of work. Assignments will involve taking career assessments, written exercises, networking, resume development and career research. Credits: 1 hour
UNIV 1030 Special Topics within Academic Success
The goals of the course will range from academic preparation for special populations, academic improvement, career exploration and skill building. This course will vary by topic and be chosen based on student need. Instructor or department approval is required for registration. The department overseeing UNIV 1030 will be the Center for Academic Success Programs. Credits: 1 to 3 hours
Undergraduate Certificate Programs
An undergraduate certificate is awarded for the satisfactory completion of a non-degree undergraduate program designed around a narrow, applied and coordinated curriculum with a professional focus. Undergraduate certificates are typically used to prepare for a professional license or certificate and are created according to the guidelines of an external accreditation agency or professional association. An undergraduate certificate program may be either multidisciplinary or uni-disciplinary in organization and may be taken separately or in conjunction with an undergraduate degree program. The undergraduate certificate is not an award of license, accreditation or certification to render professional services; rather, it signifies that a student has satisfactorily completed an approved undergraduate certificate program curriculum. Certificates generally focus on necessary professional training requirements in a specific area of study and may serve as enhancements to existing undergraduate degree programs. Certificate programs will be a minimum of 15 credit hours to a maximum of 24 credits/semester hours. However, individual certificate programs may exceed the maximum commensurate with the breadth and depth of preparation for the external professional license or certificate (e.g., the needs of the intended professional training).
Any new course that is developed for an undergraduate certificate program must be approved through the curriculum process.
No more than 20% of the courses offered in an undergraduate certificate program may be 1000 and 2000 level courses (combined).
Undergraduate certificates must not duplicate a minor or major. An undergraduate certificate may not be used in place of an undergraduate minor to meet degree requirements.
Delivery Methods
Undergraduate certificates may be delivered in any of the approved instructional methods used at Western Michigan University. Applicants should check with their academic advisor or program director of the academic unit for specific information regarding delivery methods in their choice of certificate programs.
(MOA 21/05)
Pre-Professional Programs
Every professional school has prescribed the nature and amount of academic work to be completed as a prerequisite to the professional training for a particular vocation. Four years of higher education are generally required by most professional schools for entrance. Western Michigan University is able to offer its students courses of study that meet the requirements for this pre-professional training. It should be noted, however, that the courses outlined are only suggested plans to illustrate in general the kinds of programs that pre-professional students should follow. In every case, students should plan their course of study according to the requirements of the school to which they plan to attend for professional training. It cannot be emphasized too strongly that the student should exercise care to make certain that the specific requirements of a particular school will have been met.
Pre-Health
Pre-Health Advisor
Catherine Conners
Department of Biological Sciences
3447 Wood Hall
wmich.edu/arts-sciences/academics/pre-professional/pre-health
Pre-Health Pathway Advising is available for students who plan to eventually apply to one of the following programs, for which, a bachelor’s degree is required:
Students who plan to apply to Health Professional Programs often major in Biomedical Sciences, Biology, or Biochemistry because many Pre-Health Program course requirements, such as biology, chemistry and physics, are also major requirements. However, students are not limited to these majors and are encouraged to work with a Pre-Health Advisor early on to ensure the best fit for their pursuits. Although the Pre-Health Advisor is continuously educated in a broad spectrum of school and program requirements, it is ultimately the student’s responsibility to understand the specific requirements for application to such program(s). Together with the Pre-Health Advisor, plans for completing admission requirements, co-curricular pursuits, admission tests, and program application are created via regularly scheduled meetings that should take place throughout the undergraduate experience.
Further resources, including advising contact information, are provided on the College of Arts and Sciences Pre-Health website: wmich.edu/arts-sciences/academics/pre-professional/pre-health.
Pre-Law
Pre-Law Advisor
McKenzie Vliek
College of Arts and Sciences Academic Advising Office
2318 Friedmann Hall
(269) 387-4366
wmich.edu/arts-sciences/advising/pre-law
Though law schools do not require a specific major or degree program, they do recommend completion of an academically rigorous four-year bachelor’s degree program. Courses in critical analysis, logical reasoning, and written and oral communications can be found in a number of majors. Some typical majors are english, business, political science, philosophy and history, but other disciplines can also be suitable majors. Pre-law students should discuss possible majors and major/minor combinations with their advisor to determine which one best suits them. It is very important that Pre-law students see their advisor on a regular basis for curriculum guidance.
Courses with a strong writing or oral communication component are ideal preparation, as are courses that require legal reasoning, like business law and constitutional law. Courses that allow the student a broader understanding of the structure and processes of government (such as national government, American history, the legal environment and judicial processes) and courses that build critical thinking skills such as philosophy are valuable.
Students interested in pursuing the further study of law should see a Pre-law advisor as early as possible to select a curriculum.
Pre-Secondary Education Pathway
Pre-Secondary Education Pathway Advisor
Beth Cramer
College of Arts and Sciences Academic Advising Office
2318 Friedmann Hall
(269) 387-4366
wmich.edu/arts-sciences/academics/pre-professional/pre-secondary-education
The College of Arts and Sciences at Western Michigan University, in collaboration with the College of Education and Human Development, offers secondary education teacher certification through a graduate certification. Students complete a bachelor’s degree in one of the designated teachable subject areas through the College of Arts and Sciences, and then complete the one-year master’s degree in secondary education through the College of Education and Human Development. Students work with the Pre-Secondary Education Pathway advisor to complete their undergraduate degree requirements while also completing admission requirements for the Master of Arts in Teaching: Secondary Education.
Accreditation
University Accreditation
Western Michigan University is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission, 230 LaSalle Street, Suite 7-500, Chicago, IL., 60604; Website: hlcommission.org; Telephone (800) 621-7440.
Disclosure of Academic Program Accreditation and Certification Status
The Aerospace Engineering (BS in Engineering) program is accredited by the Engineering Accreditation Commission of ABET, https://www.abet.org, under the General Criteria and the Aerospace and Similarly Named Engineering Programs Criteria.
Western Michigan University is an accredited institutional member of the National Association of Schools of Art and Design (or of NASAD).
The graduate certificate program in assistive technology for individuals who are blind and visually impaired is accredited by the Accreditation Council of the Association for Education and Rehabilitation of the Blind and Visually Impaired (AER), 5680 King Center Dr., Suite 600, Alexandria, VA 22315.
The doctoral (Au.D.) education program in audiology {residential} at Western Michigan University is accredited by the Council on Academic Accreditation in Audiology and Speech-Language Pathology of the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association, 2200 Research Boulevard, #310, Rockville, MD 20850, 800-498-2071 or 301-296-5700.
The B.S. in Aviation Flight Science is accredited by Aviation Accreditation Board International (AABI) for the period July 15, 2022 to July 31, 2027. The program is also certified by the Federal Aviation Administration as an FAA Part 141 Flight School, and licensed by the State of Michigan Department of Transportation.
The B.S. in Aviation Technical Operations is accredited by Aviation Accreditation Board International (AABI) for the period July 15, 2022 to July 31, 2027. The program is also certified by the Federal Aviation Administration as an FAA Part 147 Aviation Maintenance Training School.
The B.S. in Aviation Management and Operations is accredited by Aviation Accreditation Board International (AABI) for the period July 15, 2022 to July 31, 2027.
The doctoral program in psychology (concentration in behavior analysis) is accredited by the Association for Behavior Analysis International.
The master of arts program in psychology (concentration in behavior analysis) is accredited by the Association for Behavior Analysis International.
The Haworth College of Business is accredited by AACSB International – Business Accreditation. In addition, the B.B.A. and M.S.A. programs in accountancy are accredited by AACSB International – Accounting Accreditation.
The Center for English Language and Culture for International Students (CELCIS), Western Michigan University is accredited by the Commission on English Language Program Accreditation for the period August 2015 through August 2025 and agrees to uphold the CEA Standards for English Language Programs and Institutions. CEA is recognized by the U.S. Secretary of Education as a nationally recognized accrediting agency for English language programs and institutions in the U.S. For further information about this accreditation, please contact CEA, 801 North Fairfax Street, Suite 402A, Alexandria, VA 22314, (703) 665-3400, www.cea-accredit.org.
The Chemical Engineering (BS in Engineering) program is accredited by the Engineering Accreditation Commission of ABET, https://www.abet.org, under the General Criteria and the Chemical, Biochemical, Biomolecular and Similarly Named Engineering Programs Criteria.
The Civil Engineering (BS in Engineering) program is accredited by the Engineering Accreditation Commission of ABET, https://www.abet.org, under the General Criteria and the Civil and Similarly Named Engineering Programs Criteria.
The Ph.D. in Psychology (concentration in clinical psychology) is accredited by the Commission on Accreditation, American Psychological Association, c/o Office of Program Consultation and Accreditation, 750 First Street NE, Washington, DC 20002-4242, (202) 336-5979.
The College of Education and Human Development at Western Michigan University is granted Accreditation at the initial and advanced levels by the Council for the Accreditation of Educator Preparation (CAEP), 1140 19th St NW, Suite 400 Washington, DC 20036 (202) 223-0077, www.caepnet.org. This Accreditation status is effective between spring 2020 and spring 2028.
The Computer Engineering (BS in Engineering) program is accredited by the Engineering Accreditation Commission of ABET, https://www.abet.org, under the General Criteria and the Electrical, Computer, Communications, Telecommunication(s) and Similarly Named Engineering Programs Criteria.
The Computer Science (BS) program is accredited by the Computing Accreditation Commission of ABET, https://www.abet.org, under the General Criteria and the Computer Science and Similarly Named Computing Programs Criteria.
The Construction Engineering (BS in Engineering) program is accredited by the Engineering Accreditation Commission of ABET, https://www.abet.org, under the General Criteria and the Construction and Similarly Named Engineering Programs Criteria.
The Ph.D. in Counseling Psychology is accredited by the Commission on Accreditation, American Psychological Association, c/o Office of Program Consultation and Accreditation, 750 First Street NE, Washington, DC 20002-4242, (202) 336-5979.
The Master of Arts in Counselor Education has the following majors: Clinical Mental Health Counseling, Marriage, Couple, and Family Counseling, and School Counseling. There is also a doctoral program in Counselor Education. All programs are accredited by the Council for Accreditation of Counseling and Related Educational Programs (CACREP).
Western Michigan University is an accredited institutional member of the National Association of Schools of Dance (or of NASD).
The Electrical Engineering (BS in Engineering) program is accredited by the Engineering Accreditation Commission of ABET, https://www.abet.org, under the General Criteria and the Electrical, Computer, Communications, Telecommunication(s) and Similarly Named Engineering Programs Criteria.
The Engineering Design Technology (BS) program is accredited by the Engineering Technology Accreditation Commission of ABET, https://www.abet.org, under the General Criteria and the Engineering Graphics/Design/Drafting Engineering Technology (Mechanical) and Similarly Named Programs Criteria.
The Engineering Management Technology (BS) program is accredited by the Engineering Technology Accreditation Commission of ABET, https://www.abet.org, under the General Criteria.
The M.S. in Engineering Management is certified by the American Society for Engineering Management, asem.org/Graduate-Program-Cert.
The Fashion Merchandising and Design (B.S. in Fashion Merchandising and B.S. in Fashion Design and Development) program is accredited by the Textile and Apparel Programs Accreditation Commission, https://www.tapacaccreditation.org.
The Industrial and Entrepreneurial Engineering (BS in Engineering) program is accredited by the Engineering Accreditation Commission of ABET, https://www.abet.org, under the General Criteria and the Industrial and Similarly Named Engineering Programs Criteria.
The interior design program leading to the B.S. in Interior Design is accredited by the Council for Interior Design Accreditation, accredit-id.org, 206 Grandville Avenue, Suite 350, Grand Rapids, MI, 49503-4014.
The Manufacturing Engineering Technology (BS) program is accredited by the Engineering Technology Accreditation Commission of ABET, https://www.abet.org, under the General Criteria and the Manufacturing Engineering Technology and Similarly Named Programs Criteria.
Western Michigan University is certified for metal casting by the Foundry Educational Foundation (FEF).
The Mechanical Engineering (BS in Engineering) program is accredited by the Engineering Accreditation Commission of ABET, https://www.abet.org, under the General Criteria and the Mechanical and Similarly Named Engineering Programs Criteria.
Western Michigan University is an accredited institutional member of the National Association of Schools of Music (or of NASM).
The baccalaureate degree program and master’s degree program in nursing at Western Michigan University are accredited by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education, 655 K Street NW, Suite 750, Washington, DC 20001, 202-887-6791, (http://www.ccneaccreditation.org).
The B.S. in Nutrition and Dietetics and the combined M.S. and dietetic internship program are accredited by the Accreditation Council for Education in Nutrition and Dietetics (ACEND) of the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics.
The baccalaureate-degree-level occupational therapy assistant program is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Occupational Therapy Education (ACOTE) of the American Occupational Therapy Association (AOTA), located at 7501 Wisconsin Avenue, Suite 510E Bethesda, MD 20814. ACOTE’s telephone number c/o AOTA is (301) 652-AOTA and its web address is www.acoteonline.org.
The entry-level occupational therapy doctoral degree program is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Occupational Therapy Education (ACOTE) of the American Occupational Therapy Association (AOTA), located at 7501 Wisconsin Avenue, Suite 510E Bethesda, MD 20814. ACOTE’s telephone number c/o AOTA is (301) 652-AOTA and its web address is www.acoteonline.org.
The M.A. in Orientation and Mobility is accredited by the Accreditation Council of the Association for Education and Rehabilitation of the Blind and Visually Impaired (AER), 5680 King Center Dr., Suite 600, Alexandria, VA 22315.
The Paper Engineering (BS in Engineering) program is accredited by the Engineering Accreditation Commission of ABET, https://www.abet.org, under the General Criteria.
The Doctor of Physical Therapy degree program at Western Michigan University is accredited by the Commission on Accreditation in Physical Therapy Education (CAPTE), 3030 Potomac Ave., Suite 100, Alexandria, Virginia 22305-3085; telephone: 703-706-3245; email: accreditation@apta.org; website: http://www.capteonline.org. If needing to contact the program/institution directly, please call (269) 387-7352 or email pt-info@wmich.edu.
The Master of Public Administration (M.P.A.) is accredited by the Network of Schools of Public Policy, Affairs, and Administration (NASPAA).
The Bachelor of Social Work (B.S.W.) and Master of Social Work (M.S.W.) are accredited by the Council on Social Work Education.
The master of arts (M.A.) education program in speech-language pathology {residential} at Western Michigan University is accredited by the Council on Academic Accreditation in Audiology and Speech-Language Pathology of the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association, 2200 Research Boulevard, #310, Rockville, MD 20850, 800-498-2071 or 301-296-5700.
The M.A. in Sports Coaching is accredited by the National Committee for Accreditation of Coaching Education (NCACE).
Western Michigan University is an accredited institutional member of the National Association of Schools of Theatre (or of NAST).
The M.A. in Vision Rehabilitation Therapy is accredited by the Accreditation Council of the Association for Education and Rehabilitation of the Blind and Visually Impaired (AER), 5680 King Center Dr., Suite 600, Alexandria, VA 22315.
Copies of accreditation and certification documents are available for review upon request in the Office of Institutional Effectiveness.
Additional Specialized Program Recognition Leading to Post-Graduation Certification or Licensure of Students
Graduates of the B.B.A. in Accountancy are eligible to take the following exams, among others: Certified Public Accountant (CPA); Certified Management Accountant (CMA); Certified Internal Auditor (CIA); Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA). The requirements to sit for the various professional exams differ by exam and state. The State of Michigan requires at least one credit hour of Governmental and Not-For-Profit Accounting. It is each student’s responsibility to determine the requirements for a particular exam. The student should be aware that the exam requirements may change over time.
The M.S. in Accountancy program enables graduates to acquire financial leadership skills and additional depth in accounting and related areas. It also allows students interested in public accounting careers to meet the American Institute of Certified Public Accountants’ (AICPA) and State of Michigan educational requirements required to obtain a Certified Public Accountant (CPA) license. The State of Michigan requires a total of 150 hours of college credit to obtain a CPA license.
Graduates of the B.S. in Aviation Flight Science earn their Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) Commercial Pilot Certificate with Instrument, and Single- and Multi-Engine Land ratings. Additional optional flight certificates and ratings include the Certified Flight Instructor (CFI), CFI-Instrument, and CFI-Multi-Engine and Single-Engine Sea rating.
Graduates of the B.S. in Aviation Technical Operations are qualified to take the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) Airframe and Powerplant written and practical examinations required to earn the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) Airframe and Powerplant Mechanic Certificate.
The master’s program in psychology (concentration in behavior analysis) is verified by the Association for Behavior Analyst International as meeting degree and coursework requirements to sit for the Board Certified Behavior Analyst® (BCaBA®) certification examination.
Graduates of the M.A. program in Counseling Psychology are eligible to become Limited License Psychologists (LLP) in Michigan after first becoming Temporary Limited License Psychologists (TLLP). The master’s level LLP is granted after 2,000 hours of supervised experience (by a doctoral level Licensed Psychologist (LP) and a passing score on the Examination for the Professional Practice of Psychology (EPPP). In Michigan, master’s level Limited License Psychologists must practice under the supervision of a doctoral level Licensed Psychologist (LP).
The Ph.D. in Counseling Psychology prepares students to become fully licensed psychologists (LP). In Michigan doctoral graduates first apply for a doctoral level Limited License. The LP is granted after 2,000 hours of supervised experience (by a doctoral level Licensed Psychologist (LP) and a passing score on the Examination for the Professional Practice of Psychology (EPPP).
Graduates of the Master of Arts in Clinical Mental Health Counseling; Marriage, Couple and Family Counseling; and School Counseling, as well as the doctorate in Counselor Education, are eligible to become Licensed Professional Counselors (LPC) in Michigan after first becoming Limited Licensed Professional Counselors (LLPC). The Michigan Board of Counseling makes the decision to grant the LPC after 3000 hours of supervised experience (by an LPC) and a passing score on the National Counselor Examination (NCE) or the National Clinical Mental Health Counselor Examination (NCMHC) developed by the National Board for Certified Counselors (NBCC) or the Commission on Rehabilitation Counselor Certification (CRCC) Examination. Graduates from all the Counselor Education programs are eligible to become Nationally Certified Counselors (NCC).
Graduates of the following programs are eligible for initial teacher certification through the State of Michigan Department of Education:
- Baccalaureate programs for preparation in art education (B.F.A. program); elementary education PK-6; elementary education PK-3 and TESOL K-12; early childhood unified education: B-3rd grade; early learning and intervention: B-K; family and consumer sciences teacher education; physical and health education: K-12; industrial technology; music education (B.M. program); occupational education studies; and, special education LD K-12 and elementary education PK-3.
Graduates of the following programs are eligible for an additional endorsement on a valid teaching certificate or K-12 administrator certification through the State of Michigan Department of Education:
- Graduate certificate programs in school counseling; educational leadership: central office endorsement; adapted physical education and positive behavioral intervention and supports; English as a second language; and early childhood special education;
- Master’s programs in adapted physical education; educational leadership; literacy studies; school counseling; special education; teaching English to speakers of other languages; teaching, learning, and educational studies: teacher leader; and, visual impairments;
- Educational specialist program in educational leadership; and
- Doctoral program in educational leadership.
Graduates of all programs accredited by the Engineering Accreditation Commission of ABET are eligible to sit for the Fundamentals of Engineering (FE) Exam administered by the National Council of Examiners for Engineering and Surveying® (NCEES). Accredited engineering degree completion and passing the FE exam represent two of four required steps to earning a professional license in engineering.
Graduates of the M.S. in Engineering Management earn the Certified Associate in Engineering Management® (CAEM®) credential.
The baccalaureate program in Family Science and Human Development: Family Studies is approved by the National Council on Family Relations (NCFR). Graduates of NCFR-Approved academic programs who have completed all courses with a grade of C- or better can apply to NCFR for Provisional Status as a Certified Family Life Educator (CFLE). Graduates of NCFR CFLE-Approved Programs applying through the CFLE-approved program process do not need to take the Certified Family Life Education (CFLE) Exam.
The CIDA-accredited program prepares students for entry-level interior design practice, for advanced study, and to apply for membership in professional interior design organizations. The B.S. in Interior Design granted by Western Michigan University meets the educational requirement for eligibility to sit for the National Council for Interior Design Qualification Examination (NCIDQ Exam). For more information about NCIDQ Exam eligibility visit: cidq.org/eligibility-requirements.
The B.M. in Music Therapy is approved by the American Music Therapy Association (AMTA) as meeting AMTA’s standards of clinical practice. Graduates are eligible to sit for the national board certification exam administered by the Certification Board for Music Therapists (CBMT), to obtain the credential MT-BC (Music Therapist - Board Certified).
Graduates of the Bachelor of Science in Nursing (B.S.N.) pre-licensure program are eligible to take the National Council Licensure Examination for Registered Nurses (NCLEX-RN®) administered by the National Council of State Boards of Nursing, Inc. (NCSBN®).
The WMU Bronson School of Nursing has received endorsement from the American Holistic Nursing Certification Corporation, which is the credentialing body for holistic nursing. This endorsement enables graduates of the programs to be exempt from prerequisites should they choose to sit for the National Certification Examination in Holistic Nursing.
Graduates of the baccalaureate didactic program in nutrition and dietetics are eligible to apply to post-graduate supervised practice programs that meet the requirements for eligibility to sit for the Registered Dietitian Nutritionist (RDN) registration exam. Students apply for admission to post-graduate supervised practice programs during the last semester of their senior year or after graduation. Program graduates can also sit for the Nutrition and Dietetic Technician Registered (NDTR) examination. After obtaining the RDN credential, the dietitian is eligible for positions in hospitals and clinics, sports nutrition and corporate wellness programs, food and nutrition related businesses and industries, community and public health settings, government agencies, universities and medical centers, research, and private practice. For more information on career opportunities in nutrition and dietetics visit eatright.org.
Graduates of the baccalaureate-degree-level occupational therapy assistant program will be eligible to sit for the national certification examination for the occupational therapy assistant administered by the National Board for Certification in Occupational Therapy (NBCOT). After successful completion of this exam, the individual will be a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA). In addition, all states require licensure in order to practice; however, state licenses are usually based on the results of the NBCOT Certification Examination. Note that a felony conviction may affect a graduate’s ability to sit for the NBCOT certification examination or attain state licensure.
Graduates of the entry-level occupational therapy doctoral degree program will be eligible to sit for the national certification examination for the occupational therapist administered by the National Board for Certification in Occupational Therapy (NBCOT). After successful completion of this exam, the individual will be an Occupational Therapist, Registered (OTR). In addition, all states require licensure in order to practice; however, state licenses are usually based on the results of the NBCOT Certification Examination. Note that a felony conviction may affect a graduate’s ability to sit for the NBCOT certification examination or attain state licensure.
Graduates of the M.A. programs in orientation and mobility for adults, orientation and mobility for children, and vision rehabilitation therapy), are eligible to sit for the national certification exams through the Academy for Certification of Vision Rehabilitation and Education Professionals (ACVREP).
Graduates of the B.B.A. in Personal Financial Planning who have completed FIN 3010 Financial Coaching, FIN 3600 Risk and Insurance, FIN 4710 Applications in Personal Financial Planning, FIN 3720 Estate Planning, FIN 3730 Retirement Planning and Employee Benefits, and ACTY 3240 Introductory Tax Accounting are eligible to sit for the CFP® Certification Exam administered by the Certified Financial Planner Board of Standards, Inc.
Graduates of the Bachelor of Social Work (B.S.W.) are eligible to apply for the Michigan Limited License Bachelor’s Social Work. Graduates of the Master of Social Work (M.S.W.) are eligible to apply for the Michigan Limited License Master’s Social Work.
Graduates of the M.A. in Speech-Language Pathology and the Doctor of Audiology (Au.D.) are eligible to take the Praxis specialty exam administered by the Education Testing Service as required for the Certification of Clinical Competence from the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association. They are also able to apply for state licensure in the state in which they intend to practice. They should, however, consult the state licensing board for the specific requirements for that state.
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