Professional Licensure Disclosure and NC-Sara Compliance
Overview
Oklahoma Panhandle State University (OPSU) offers several academic programs designed to prepare students for professional licensure or certification. These disclosures provide information about the educational requirements for licensure in various states and territories.
Licensure Programs at OPSU
OPSU offers the following programs that lead to professional licensure:
Each program is structured to meet the educational requirements for licensure in the state of Oklahoma; however, requirements may vary by state.
State-by-State Licensure Information
To assist students in understanding the licensure requirements across different states, OPSU provides a State Licensure Determination Chart for each program. These charts indicate whether the program:
- Meets the educational requirements for licensure in a specific state.
- Does Not Meet the educational requirements.
- No Determination Made regarding the educational requirements.
Students are encouraged to consult these charts and contact the relevant state licensing boards for the most up-to-date information. Check out the Educator Licensure Reciprocity Guide for out of state requirements.
Educator Licensure Information Guide
This guide is intended to support OPSU students and graduates as they seek teacher licensure across the United States. It summarizes educational and testing requirements, available temporary certification paths, and reciprocity provisions. All candidates are encouraged to verify information directly with the respective state’s Department of Education.
What is NC-SARA?
Oklahoma Panhandle State University (OPSU) participates in the State Authorization Reciprocity Agreements.
SARA is an agreement among member states, districts and territories that establishes comparable national standards for interstate offering of postsecondary distance education courses and programs. The purpose of SARA is to make it less challenging for students to take online courses and programs offered by postsecondary institutions based in another state.
SARA is overseen by a national council and is administered by the four regional compacts (SREB, NEBHE, MHEC and WICHE) and is voluntary for states and institutions. Each member state approves its in-state institutions for SARA participation. Institutional membership is voluntary and open to degree-granting institutions from all sectors of postsecondary education (for-profit and not-for-profit private and public) that are accredited by an agency recognized by the U.S. Department of Education. The Oklahoma State Regents for Higher Education (OSRHE) shall serve as the state portal agency for purposes of SARA compliance. Once approved, SARA member institutions may offer distance education courses and programs in other SARA member states without additional state authorization.
Student Location Policy
OPSU determines a student’s location based on the address provided at the time of enrollment. It is the student’s responsibility to inform the university of any changes to their locations, as this may affect licensure requirements and disclosures.
Complaint Resolution
Oklahoma Panhandle State University wants to resolve student grievances, complaints, and concerns in a fair and amicable way. All OPSU students (including those who live outside of Oklahoma) who want to file a complaint or resolve a grievance should click the following link.
Additional Resources
Office of Academic Affairs
address
Oklahoma Panhandle State University
PO Box 430
Goodwell, OK 73939
phone
580.349.1400
fax
(580) 349-1371