Professional Licensure: General Disclosure

Many programs offered at Dunwoody College of Technology are designed to prepare students to apply for licensure examinations and/or certification necessary for employment in Minnesota and across the country. These professional licensing standards often vary from state to state, and completion of these programs may not meet the educational requirements for licensure or certification in every state.

For students seeking employment, you are advised to know the specific licensure or certification requirements of that state before enrolling in a program. Contact the appropriate licensing agency in the state you plan to seek employment to determine requirements and ensure program compatibility.

As of July 1, 2020, the U.S. Department of Education implemented new regulations that professional programs which may lead to licensure/certification must adhere to – Regulation 34 CFR 668.43 (a) (5) (v). As of July 1, 2024, the department issued updates to this rule. This regulation requires colleges and universities to communicate publicly and directly to prospective and current students if programs leading to a license or certification meet a state’s educational requirements for the states the institution enrolls students from.

Click on a program below for specific information on if it meets or does not meet the educational requirements for professional licensure or certification in the states Dunwoody enrolls students from.

Disclaimer: licensure determinations reflect accurate information about each program to the best of our knowledge for the current academic year, however the decision to grant a license or certification is ultimately the purview of the state. Only state licensing agencies or boards can determine whether an academic program meets or partially meets educational requirements for licensure. Dunwoody cannot guarantee an individual’s attainment of any professional licensure or certification, in any field, in any jurisdiction. Licensure requirements may change from year to year, and the information listed below may not apply to past years. 

Student Responsibility

Students are advised to review the specific academic requirements for their program’s applicable licensure board(s) in their state of residence, or in the state where they intend to obtain a license, before beginning an academic program that results in licensure and prior to beginning any internship/practicum. Many licensure boards have additional requirements beyond a successful degree completion to obtain a license.

Relocation

If you move states, you must notify Dunwoody of the change so the College can help determine if a program’s curriculum will meet licensure/certification requirements for employment in your new state of residence. Students enrolled in a program leading to professional licensure and who live out of a state may be required to sign an attestation of their intent to pursue licensure in a state that meets the educational requirements for licensing or certification.

Dunwoody makes every effort to ensure licensure and certification information is up-to-date, however state laws, regulations and policies may change at any time. It is the responsibility of the student completing the licensure program to check with the licensing board(s) in their state of residence, or in the state in which they intend to obtain a license, for the most recent information and requirements. Dunwoody shall not be held liable if the student is unable to qualify for licensure or certification in any jurisdiction or cannot obtain a practicum/internship location.

International Students

International prospective students (students who do not receive federal or state financial aid) should confirm with the appropriate agency prior to enrolling in a program whether successful completion of the program meets credentialing requirements of the country in which the student intends to seek employment.

Requirements for Employment after Graduation

In addition to completing an academic program, many states may also require that individuals meet additional requirements in order to qualify for licensure, including but not limited to additional coursework and training, supervised clinical experiences, and successful passage of state or national exams. Other licensure requirements may include background checks, years of work experience, fingerprinting requirements, etc. State laws, regulations and policies governing professional licensure may change at any time.

Accreditation

Dunwoody College of Technology is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission (hlcommission.org), an institutional accreditation agency recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.

A number of Dunwoody’s programs, which result in licensure or certification, are also accredited by industry-specific accrediting bodies. Accreditation information can be found at: https://dunwoody.edu/about/accountability/

Additional Information

Program Level Accreditations and Professional Licensure Information

Automation & Controls Engineering Technology

The Automation & Controls Engineering Technology program prepares students for positions as automation and controls engineers. The Automation & Controls Engineering Technology program is not designed to meet educational requirements for a specific license required for employment in those professions. This program is accredited by the Engineering Technology Accreditation Commission of ABET, 415 North Charles Street, Baltimore, MD 21202, Telephone: (410) 347-7700 (abet.org).  

Contact: Matt Matson
email: mmatson@dunwoody.edu 
phone: 612-381-8142

Updated June 11, 2024

Bachelor of Architecture

The National Council of Architectural Registration Boards outlines requirements for each state/jurisdiction. Dunwoody strongly recommends that students and prospective students review the licensing information in the state where they plan to practice. https://www.ncarb.org/get-licensed/licensing-requirements-tool Separate from educational requirements, state licensure boards may require applicants to complete professional examinations, background checks, years of professional experience, jurisprudence exams, etc.

In compliance with the federal regulation, Dunwoody College of Technology is providing the following information.

  • Completion of Dunwoody’s Bachelor of Architecture program meets the educational requirements for professional licensure in the states/jurisdictions of: Minnesota, Alabama, Alaska, Arkansas, Arizona, California, Colorado, Connecticut, District of Columbia, Delaware, Florida, Georgia, Guam, Hawaii, Idaho, Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Kansas, Kentucky, Louisiana, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, Michigan, Mississippi, Missouri, Montana, Nebraska, Nevada, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New Mexico, New York, North Carolina, North Dakota, Northern Mariana Islands, Ohio, Oklahoma, Oregon, Pennsylvania, Puerto Rico, Rhode Island, South Carolina, South Dakota, Tennessee, Texas, Utah, Vermont, U.S. Virgin Islands, Virginia, Washington, West Virginia, Wisconsin, Wyoming.
  • Dunwoody College of Technology’s Bachelor of Architecture program is accredited by the National Architectural Accrediting Board (NAAB).

Contact: Trevor Bullen
email: tbullen@dunwoody.edu
phone: 612.381.8151

Updated June 11, 2024

Construction Management

Dunwoody’s Bachelor of Science degree in Construction Management is not designed or marketed to lead to licensure as a General Contractor.

Contact: Heather Stafford
email: hstafford@dunwoody.edu
phone: 612.381.3382

Updated June 11, 2024

Construction Project Management

Dunwoody’s Associate of Applied Science degree in Construction Project Management is not designed or marketed to lead to licensure as a General Contractor.

Contact: Heather Stafford
email: hstafford@dunwoody.edu
phone: 612.381.3382

Updated June 11, 2024

Electrical Construction & Maintenance

Dunwoody’s Electrical Construction & Maintenance major is approved by the MN Department of Labor & Industry as a two-year electrical program. https://www.dli.mn.gov/workers/electrician-or-electrical-installer/experience-requirements-electrical-license

Satisfactory completion of an approved two-year electrical program fulfills the one year’s experience credit allowance for a Class A journeyman electrician, power limited technician, or maintenance electrician license applicant according to part 3800.3520, subpart 5, items B, E, and I, and Minnesota Statutes, section 326B.33, subdivisions 2, paragraph (b), and 7, paragraph (b). https://www.revisor.mn.gov/rules/3800.3520/

Minnesota also offers reciprocity for electrical licenses across a number of states, wherein an individual who is licensed in Minnesota can work or obtain licensure in specific states under the MN Department of Labor & Industry’s reciprocity agreements.   https://www.dli.mn.gov/workers/electrician-or-electrical-installer/electrical-license-reciprocity

Dunwoody College has determined that the curriculum in the Associate of Applied Science degree in Electrical Construction & Maintenance:

Meets the educational requirements for licensure in the following states:  Minnesota, Nebraska, North Dakota, Wisconsin

Students enrolling at Dunwoody from states not listed above are required to submit an attestation during the admission process that they understand these licensing/certification limitations and express their intent to pursue licensure in Minnesota or other states or territories listed above.

Contact: Polly Friendshuh
email: pfriendshuh@dunwoody.edu
phone: 612.381.8107

Updated June 11, 2024

Electrical Engineering

The Electrical Engineering program prepares students for positions as electrical engineers. Dunwoody’s Electrical Engineering program is designed to meet the educational requirements for a specific license that may be required for employment in that profession. Dunwoody College does not guarantee you’ll be eligible to take or successfully complete licensure or certification exams. You may need to complete additional steps to acquire professional certifications or credentials, including background checks, examinations, fieldwork and more.  

Meets:  

For detailed information about licensure requirements, please contact the National Society of Professional Engineers (NSPE) at https://www.nspe.org/resources/licensure/licensing-boards.  

Contact: Noureen Sajid
email: nsajid@dunwoody.edu  
phone: 612-381-8245

Updated June 11, 2024

Industrial Engineering Technology

The Industrial Engineering Technology program prepares students for positions as industrial and manufacturing engineers. The Industrial Engineering Technology program is not designed to meet the educational requirements for a specific license required for employment in those positions. This program is accredited by the Engineering Technology Accreditation Commission of ABET, 415 North Charles Street, Baltimore, MD 21202, Telephone: (410) 347-7700 (abet.org). 

Contact: Matt Matson
email: mmatson@dunwoody.edu 
phone: 612-381-8142

Updated June 11, 2024

Interior Design

The Council for Interior Design Qualification (CIDQ) outlines requirements for each state/jurisdiction. In the U.S. only three states (Nevada, Florida, and Louisiana), the District of Columbia, and Puerto Rico require licensure to work in code-based spaces. Most states that offer licensure require a combination of education from an accredited school, work experience, and passing the National Council for Interior Design Qualification (NCIDQ). Dunwoody strongly recommends that students and prospective students review the licensing information. https://www.cidq.org/paths

  • Meets: Specific education and work experience requirements exist to be eligible to sit for the NCIDQ Examination. Completion of Dunwoody’s Interior Design program, meets the education requirements for professional licensure:
    • Minnesota: Official education transcripts must include a minimum of 60 semester or 90 quarter credit hours of post-secondary interior design coursework that encompasses a certificate, degree, or diploma from an accredited institution to be eligible.
    • Alabama: Yes, meets educational requirement
    • Alaska: State does not have an educational requirement
    • Arizona: State does not have an educational requirement
    • Arkansas: Yes, meets educational requirement
    • California: Yes, Official education transcripts must include between 40 and 80 semester credits from a nationally-accredited college prior to sitting for the IDEX
    • Colorado: Yes, meets educational requirement
    • Connecticut: State does not have an educational requirement; must pass NCIDQ exam
    • Delaware: State does not have an educational requirement
    • District of Columbia: State does not have an educational requirement; must pass NCIDQ exam
    • Florida: State does not have an educational requirement; must pass NCIDQ exam
    • Georgia: Yes, State requires a CIDA-accredited degree
    • Hawaii: State does not have an educational requirement
    • Idaho: State does not have an educational requirement
    • Illinois: Yes, in addition to a degree from a 4-year accredited program, two years of full time interior design practice required
    • Indiana: Yes, meets educational requirement, plus experience and NCIDQ
    • Iowa: Yes, in addition to a degree from an accredited program, two years of full time interior design practice required
    • Kansas: State does not have an educational requirement
    • Kentucky: Yes, in addition to a degree from a 4-year accredited program, two years of full time interior design practice required
    • Louisiana: Yes, plus CIDA-accredited degree and work experience
    • Wisconsin: Graduation from a 4-year interior design or architecture program.

Dunwoody College of Technology’s Interior Design program is accredited by the Council for Interior Design Accreditation (CIDA).

Students enrolling at Dunwoody from states not listed above are required to submit an attestation during the admission process that they understand these licensing/certification limitations and express their intent to pursue licensure in Minnesota or other states or territories listed above.

Contact: Korrin Howard
email: khoward@dunwoody.edu
phone: 612.381.8157

Updated June 11, 2024

Land Surveying

As a post-baccalaureate certificate, the Land Surveying program is intended to meet the educational requirements that can lead to professional licensure in Minnesota.  Students should contact the Minnesota Board of Architecture, Engineering, Land Surveying, Landscape Architecture, Geoscience and Interior Design (AELSLAGID) prior to enrollment at Dunwoody to ensure their baccalaureate degree, in combination with Dunwoody’s certificate, will meet the educational requirements for  licensure. Minnesota Rules, part 1800.3505 (2023) require a bachelor’s degree and a minimum of 22 semester credits in land surveying as specified in subpart 4. In addition to the educational requirements for licensure, applicants will need to pass an examination and complete the qualifying work experience requirement. Dunwoody’s certificate is designed to provide 22 semester credits in 6 qualifying categories as described in subpart 4. AESLAGID does not preapprove programs or courses and applicants must meet the requirements at the time they apply for licensure regardless of when they completed the education requirements.

AESLAGID staff directory

Students enrolling at Dunwoody from states other than Minnesota are required to submit an attestation during the admission process that they understand these licensing/certification limitations and express their intent to pursue licensure in Minnesota.

Contact: Heather Stafford
email: hstafford@dunwoody.edu
phone: 612.381.3382

Updated February 20, 2025

Mechanical Engineering

The Mechanical Engineering program prepares students for positions as mechanical engineers. Dunwoody’s mechanical engineering program is designed and marketed as meeting the educational requirements for a specific license that may be required for employment in that profession. Dunwoody College does not guarantee you’ll be eligible to take or successfully complete licensure or certification exams. You may need to complete additional steps to acquire professional certifications or credentials, including background checks, examinations, fieldwork and more. This program is accredited by the Engineering Accreditation Commission (EAC) of ABET, 415 North Charles Street, Baltimore, MD 21202. 

Meets: Minnesota 

For detailed information about licensure requirements, please contact the National Society of Professional Engineers (NSPE) at https://www.nspe.org/resources/licensure/licensing-boards. 

Contact: Noureen Sajid
email: nsajid@dunwoody.edu  
phone: 612-381-8245

Updated June 11, 2024

Radiologic Technology

With regards to licensure in Radiologic Technology, each state is responsible for granting the authority to perform medical imaging, interventional procedures, and radiation therapy. It’s generally called licensing although some states use other terminology. Some states might require you to hold a state license to work there—even if you’re certified and registered with ARRT or licensed in another state. Prospective students should contact each state individually for information and full requirements.

Dunwoody has determined that the curriculum in the Associate of Applied Science degree in Radiologic Technology:

  • Meets: the educational requirements for licensure or certification in these states: Minnesota, Wisconsin
  • The following states do not require licensure for radiologic technicians: Alabama, District of Columbia, Missouri, North Carolina, South Dakota

Dunwoody College of Technology’s Radiologic Technology program is accredited by the Joint Review Committee on Education in Radiologic Technology.

Additional information about state licensing exams can be found at https://www.arrt.org/pages/about-the-profession/state-licensing.

Students enrolling at Dunwoody from states not listed above are required to submit an attestation during the admission process that they understand these licensing/certification limitations and express their intent to pursue licensure in Minnesota or other states or territories listed above.

Contact: Dave Blake
email: dblake@dunwoody.edu
phone: 612.381.3091

Updated June 11, 2024

Surveying & Civil Engineering Technology

The Surveying & Civil Engineering Technology associate degree program is not designed to lead toward licensure as a Professional Licensed Surveyor as a stand-alone degree.

Surveying technicians are not required to hold licensure in the State of Minnesota. Students earning this associate degree can learn more about alternative pathways to licensure at Minnesota Board of Architecture, Engineering, Land Surveying, Landscape Architecture, Geoscience and Interior Design (AELSLAGID).

Contact: Heather Stafford
email: hstafford@dunwoody.edu
phone: 612.381.3382

Updated June 11, 2024

 

Disclaimer:

The college makes every effort to ensure the information above is current, but please be advised that state laws, regulations and policies may change at any time. It is the responsibility of the student completing the licensure program to check with the licensing board(s) in their state of residence or in the state in which they intend to obtain a license for the most recent requirements. Dunwoody College of Technology shall not be held liable if a student is unable to qualify for licensure or certification or cannot complete additional requirements needed for licensure or certification.