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Higher Learning Commission (HLC) Accreditation, Illinois Community College Board (ICCB) Recognition, National Council for State Authorization Reciprocity Agreements, and Specialized Program Accreditation
There are two basic types of educational accreditation, one is “institutional” and the other is “specialized” or “programmatic.”
Joliet Junior College is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission (HLC). The HLC is one of six regional accrediting agencies recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.
The Higher Learning Commission accredits degree-granting post-secondary educational institutions in the north central region. They can be contacted at 800-621-7440.
Reaffirmation of Accreditation Letter (PDF)
Joliet Junior College's next reaffirmation of accreditation will be 2023-2024.
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The Illinois Community College System is coordinated by the Illinois Community College Board (ICCB) comprised of citizens appointed by the Governor. Recognition is a statutory term describing the status of a district which meets instructional, administrative, financial, facility, and equipment standards as established by the Illinois Community College Board (ICCB) (Section 805/2-12f and 805/2-15). Community colleges must be recognized to be eligible for state funding. Based on a five-year cycle, ICCB staff conducts recognition evaluations to assure that colleges are in compliance with these standards. All colleges are evaluated on a select number of standards during the same five-year cycle.
JJC’s current recognition status is “Recognition Continued (PDF).” This means the college generally meets ICCB standards.
JJC has been approved to participate in the National Council for State Authorization Reciprocity Agreements.
Specialized accreditation, also called program accreditation, indicates a program of study maintains standards requisite for its graduates to achieve credentials in the field.
Program | Accreditor | Expiration Date | |
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Accounting | ACBSP | 2028 | |
Automotive Service Technology | ASE | May 1, 2025 | |
Culinary Arts | ACFEF | Dec. 31, 2022 | |
Diagnostic Medical Sonography-Abdominal-Extended | CAAHEP | 2027 | |
Diagnostic Medical Sonography-Obstetrics and Gynecology | CAAHEP | 2027 | |
Diagnostic Medical Sonography-Vascular | CAAHEP | 2027 | |
Emergency Medical Services (EMS) | CAAHEP | 2024 | |
Health Information Management Technology (HIMT) | CAHIM | 2030 | |
Horticultural Studies | NALP | 2026 | |
Music | NASM | 2027-2028 Academic Year | |
OPT | CAHEEP/NCOPE | Does Not Expire | |
Associates Degree in Nursing | ACEN | Spring 2025 | |
Veterinary Medical Technology | AVMA | 2024 |
The Joliet Junior College Accounting, Retail Management, Management and Supervision, and Marketing Management programs (PDF)are accredited through the Accreditation Council for Business Schools and Programs (ACBSP).
Accreditation Council for Business Schools and Programs (ACBSP) Homepage
Renewal: 2028
The Joliet Junior College Automotive Program (PDF) is accredited through the ASE Education Foundation.
Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) Education Foundation Homepage
Renewal: 2025
The Joliet Junior College Culinary Arts (PDF) program is accredited through the American Culinary Federation Education Foundation (ACFEF).
American Culinary Federation Education Foundation (ACFEF) Homepage
Renewal: 2022
The Joliet Junior College Diagnostic Medical Sonography-Abdominal-Extended Program (PDF) is accredited by the Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs (CAAHEP).
Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs (CAAHEP) Homepage
Renewal: 2027
The Joliet Junior College Diagnostic Medical Sonography-Obstetrics and Gynecology Program (PDF) is accredited by the Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs (CAAHEP).
Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs (CAAHEP) Homepage
Renewal: 2027
The Joliet Junior College Diagnostic Medical Sonography-Vascular Program (PDF) is accredited by the Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs (CAAHEP).
Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs (CAAHEP) Homepage
Renewal: 2027
The Joliet Junior College Emergency Medical Services (EMS) program (PDF) provided in collaboration/under contract with Morris Hospital, which is accredited through the Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs (CAAHEP), with peer review conducted by the Committee on Accreditation of Educational Programs for the Emergency Medical Services Professions (CoA EMSP).
Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs (CAAHEP) Homepage
Renewal: 2024
The Joliet Junior College Health Information Management (HIM) Program (PDF) is accredited through the Commission on Accreditation for Health Informatics and Information Management Education (CAHIIM).
Renewal: 2030
The Joliet Junior College Hort Landscaping Contracting Program (PDF) is accredited by the National Association of Landscape Professionals (NALP).
National Association of Landscape Professionals (NALP) Homepage
Renewal: 2026
The Joliet Junior College Music Program (PDF) is accredited through the National Association of Schools of Music (NASM).
National Association of Schools of Music (NASM) Homepage
Renewal: 2028
The Joliet Junior College Orthotics and Prosthetics Technology Program (PDF) is accredited by the Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs (CAAHEP) upon the recommendation of the National Commission on Orthotic and Prosthetic Education (NCOPE).
Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Educational Programs Homepage
Renewal: The program is accredited, and does not expire.
The Joliet Junior College Registered Nursing Program and Practical Nursing Program are approved through the Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation (IDFPR).
The associate degree nursing program at Joliet Junior College located in Joliet, Illinois is accredited by the: Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing (ACEN)
3390 Peachtree Road NE, Suite 1400 Atlanta, GA 30326
(404) 975-5000
The most recent accreditation decision made by the ACEN Board of Commissioners for the associate degree nursing program is continuing accreditation.
View the public information disclosed by the ACEN regarding this program.
Illinois Department of Professional & Financial Regulation Homepage
Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing (ACEN) Homepage
JJC Nursing Exam Passage Rates
Renewal: 2025
The Joliet Junior College Veterinary Medical Technology Program (PDF) is accredited through the American Veterinary Medical Association (AVMA).
American Veterinary Medical Association (AVMA) Homepage
Renewal: 2024
The online nursing application is open from February 1-15. JJC nursing students benefit from lab simulation...