Accreditation and Recognition

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Higher Learning Commission (HLC) Accreditation, Illinois Community College Board (ICCB) Recognition and Specialized Program Accreditation

There are two basic types of educational accreditation, one is “institutional” and the other is “specialized” or “programmatic.”

• Institutional Accreditation normally applies to an entire institution. JJC is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission, a nationally recognized accreditor.
• Specialized/Programmatic Accreditation normally applies to the evaluation of a program or a departments within the institution.  A number of JJC's career and technical programs are accredited by national professional associations and organizations. This ensures the education students receive meets employer standards.

Higher Learning Commission (HLC) Institutional Accreditation

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.

Systems Portfolio

• 2012 Systems Portfolio (PDF)
• 2008 Systems Portfolio (PDF)
• 2004 Systems Portfolio (PDF)

Systems Appraisal

• 2012 Systems Appraisal (PDF)
• 2009 Systems Appraisal (PDF)

Action Projects

Current:

• Course Scheduling Assessment and Implementation Plan (PDF)

Completed:

• Advising and Orientation 2005-2007 (PDF)
• College Communication 2005-2007 (PDF)
• Coordinate Academic Committees 2011-2013 (PDF)
• Data Stewardship 2013-2016 (PDF)
• Developmental Education-At-Risk Student Success 2008-2010 (PDF)
• Developmental Education 2002-2004 (PDF)
• Faculty RPC-Student Focus Groups 2015-2017 R-R (PDF)
• General Education Assessment 2008-2011 (PDF)
• General Education Assessment 2011-2013 (PDF)
• Governance 2011-2013 (PDF)
• Positive Institutional Culture (PDF)
• Professional Development-Non-Faculty 2005-2007 (PDF)
• Professional Learning Center 2010-2013 (PDF)
• Succession Planning 2010-2013 (PDF)
• Sustainable Environment 2008-2010 (PDF)
• Technology for Teaching and Learning 2002-2004 (PDF)

Illinois Community College Board (ICCB) State Recognition

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 Program Accreditation

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
Accounting	ACBSP		2028
Automotive Service Technology	ASE		May 1, 2025
Culinary Arts	ACFEF		Jan. 31, 2022
Diagnostic Medical Sonography	ARDMS		Sept. 30, 2021
Emergency Medical Services (EMS)	CAAHEP		2024
Health Information Management Technology (HIMT)	CAHIM		Fiscal Year 21
Horticultural Studies	NALP		2026
Interior Design	NKBA		Jan. 1, 2022
Music	NASM		2027-2028 Academic Year
OPT	CAHEEP/NCOPE		July 31, 2020
Associates Degree in Nursing	ACEN		Spring 2025
Veterinary Medical Technology	AVMA		2024