What is The Bookmark and Why Do You Need It?
Navigating professional licensure compliance is challenging for colleges, especially with Title IV regulations requiring program disclosures. The Bookmark simplifies compliance, saving time and empowering institutions to meet their obligations efficiently.
Did ED just extend the new requirements to January 1, 2025?
U.S. Department of Education released an Electronic Announcement providing limited opportunity for some institutions to extend PPA Certification licensure compliance to January 1, 2025
Final ED regulations: October Tricks or Treats?
As any horror film fan knows, the anticipation of a scare is often the most intense, terrifying part. We have all been waiting in anticipation (hopefully not terror) since May 2023 when the U.S. Department of Education (ED) released their proposed regulations related to professional and occupational licensure. That wait ended this week.
U.S. Department of Education Proposed Regs: Increased Responsibilities
The U.S. Department of Education officially released proposed regulations that cover professional/occupational licensure and certification on Friday, May 19, 2023. Read this post for all of the details you need to know.
The Struggle and a New Solution
A new licensure research solution for colleges and universities, saving time, money, confusion and frustration.
October is National Physical Therapy Month!
The American Physical Therapy Association (APTA) has been celebrating Physical Therapists this month and we would like to join them, as this month comes to a close, in celebrating the Physical Therapist and Physical Therapist Educational Programs.
When Curriculum Comparisons are Necessary to Meet Professional Licensure Disclosures
Collegiate program directors often use their summer break to do curriculum projects. Comparing their curriculum to state and territory educational requirements may be on this summer’s agenda.
March is for Social Workers
March is social work month! HELP thanks social workers, licensing board members and educators for their critical work in our communities.
Surprisingly, social worker licensing varies considerably between U.S. states and territories.
While the profession is aligned behind one accreditor and licensing exam, the types of licenses offered and specific requirements differ among states/territories.
Read on for examples.
Department Ups the Ante; Who Will Fold?
The U.S. Department of Education and negotiators just wrapped up the final week of discussions on Friday, March 18th. Because they did not reach consensus on these issues, the Department can now move forward with whatever language they choose.
Their proposals will raise the minimum actions required for all licensure programs. Based on the Department’s stated goals, new regulations would likely be effective July 1, 2023.
With the major changes likely ahead, institutions need to start planning now for how to comply, unless they are prepared to fold!
Negotiated Rulemaking Underway
Licensure is one of many important issues on the table in the current round of Department of Education negotiated rulemaking.
Their decisions could result in major changes to the types of institutions that can offer certain programs, and a new level of protection for students using title IV HEA financial aid.
Read on for an update on proposed licensure related disclosure changes and PPA certification requirements for all institutions.