State Authorization

NC-SARA

The University of West Alabama aims to provide degree programs and individual courses across all states by collaborating with the National Council for State Authorization Reciprocity Agreement (NC-SARA). As a member of NC-SARA, the state of Alabama facilitates this initiative, and the University of West Alabama holds approved status as an NC-SARA institution.

For additional information, please visit NC-SARA

Professional Licensure

The University of West Alabama provides degree programs that could lead to professional licensure, and the specific requirements for licensure differ among professions and states. If you are considering pursuing professional licensure, it is essential to consult the relevant licensing authority in the state where you plan to practice for accurate and up-to-date information.

The University of West Alabama attempts to offer precise information; however, it is crucial to recognize that state laws and regulations can undergo modifications at any given moment. Students planning to seek licensure outside of Alabama should consult their respective state’s licensing board to stay informed about any alterations in requirements. Modifications in educational prerequisites could potentially affect the program’s capability to fulfill new educational criteria for licensure in the student’s home state.

Please visit the links to the licensing boards below for additional information. 

State Certification & Professional Licensure Boards

Complaint Process

The University of West Alabama students must first use the University’s internal complaint procedures  which can be found at https://www.uwa.edu/academics-overview/.  If you have a complaint and would like to contact NC-SARA, click on the following link for additional information https://www.nc-sara.org/student-complaints.