Are licensed (but not accredited) schools as good as accredited schools?

Question

If a school is licensed by the state education department but not accredited by anyone is it as good or trustworthy as an accredited school?
I'm not talking about on-line schools.
The school i'm researching actually has a physical location to attend. it's a vocational school.
Also is it possible to be accredited by a respected institution but not licensed by the state ed dept?

Answer 1

Nope, otherwise it would be accredited.

Answer 2

Accreditation simply means that a school has to meet certain standards of belonging, like to an educational system. It can be licensed, but without accreditation, it is not recognized as would be other schools that are accredited. It doesn't necessarily mean that the school is not effective or trustworthy, but just not seen as one of the big ten in its category, so to speak. And yes, it can be accredited, but any school with that distinction should definitely apply for state licensure if it hasn't already done so. If your choice of schools is a vocational one, it should meet the standards of similar institutions, and I don't see any reason why it wouldn't be a good choice for you to attend. Good luck with your education.

Answer 3

no, if it is not accredited then it probably doesn't have a reputable name. for example, many colleges offer a 'business' major, however, many colleges also aren't accredited by AACSB International (The Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business). therefore, getting a degree from there may not be as highly regarded as getting it from an accredited institution. accreditation assures the school you are coming from teaches academics to you that are on par with the accreditation board's standards.

Answer 4

Yes. Check with your state, town and borough or county to see what their requirements are. Some don't require a license, but if you want to work with physicians and physical therapists, they require licensing. I'm retired now, but I've done therapeutic massage so just a warning to screen your clients carefully. Some men think because you are a masseuse that you provide sexual favors too. The best environment is an actual office (not in your home) with other professional health providers around so men are less likely to misbehave. Also, be sure you dress like other health care professionals - in scrubs. You don't want any misunderstandings about the fact that you are a health care provider. Use a good quality massage table, and make sure your sheets are sterilized in hot water with bleach. Use bolsters or pillows for under a person's knees when they lie on their back if they have a bad back, and under their shins when they lie on their back to relieve lower back discomfort when they are on the table.