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Higher Learning Commission (HLC) Accreditation
Higher Learning Commission (HLC) Accreditation
Accreditation is the process through which Cochise College is officially recognized as qualified to award certificates and degrees. To maintain federal recognition by the U.S. Department of Education, HLC assures that all accredited institutions comply with the expectations of specific federal regulations. Cochise College received and has since maintained its accreditation through the Higher Learning Commission.
Cochise College undergoes a reaffirmation process on a 10-year cycle to maintain compliance.
- Annual Institutional Updates. HLC monitors organizational health, compliance with federal requirements, and institutional change annually.
- Year 4 Assurance Review. Documentation is submitted to demonstrate continued compliance with the criteria for accreditation.
- Years 5 – 9 Quality Initiative. Institutions design and undertake a Quality Initiative project.
Year 10 Comprehensive Evaluation for Reaffirmation. Institutions undergo a comprehensive evaluation to ensure they meet the Criteria for Accreditation, pursue institutional improvement,
and comply with requirements set by the U.S. Department of Education. This review leads to an action reaffirming
the institution’s accreditation.
In addition to the Institutional Accreditation maintained through the Higher Learning
Commission, Cochise College earned Accreditation for professional programs in Nursing,
Paramedicine, Emergency Medical Technology, and Aviation
230 South LaSalle Street, Suite 7-500
Chicago, IL 60604-1411
(800) 621-7440
hlcommission.org
External Accreditors
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- Financial stability of the institution.
- Transferability of courses and programs to other institutions.
- Appropriately qualified faculty across all disciplines.
Students are eligible for Federally funded financial aid and benefits. - Students receive the education necessary for successful transfer to the university.
- Students receive the training necessary to pass licensing or board examinations.
- Students receive the education and training necessary to succeed in the workforce.
The nursing programs are accredited by the Arizona State Board of Nursing. The Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing also accredits the RN program.
Arizona State Board of Nursing
1740 W. Adams Street Ste 2000
Phoenix, AZ 85007
602-771-7800
www.azbn.gov
Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing
3390 Peachtree Road N.E. Ste 1400Atlanta, Georgia 30326
404-975-5000
www.acenursing.org
The Cochise College Paramedic Program is accredited by the Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs upon the recommendation of the Committee on Accreditation of Educational Programs for the Emergency Medical Services Professions (CoAEMSP).
Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs
25400 U.S. Highway 19 North, Suite 158
Clearwater, FL 33756
727-210-2350
caahep.org
Committee on Accreditation of Educational Programs for the Emergency Medical Services
Professions
8301 Lakeview Parkway, Suite 111-312
Rowlett, TX 75088
(214) 703-8445
coaemsp.org
The Paramedicine and Emergency Medical Technology programs are certified through Arizona Department of Health Services, Emergency Medical Services and Trauma Division.
150 North 18th Avenue
Phoenix, AZ 85007
(602) 542-1025
ems.azdhs.gov
Cochise College holds a Federal Aviation Administration operating certificate issued under 14 CFR Part 141 for its approved courses offered by the Professional Pilot Program.
U.S. Department of Transportation
Federal Aviation Administration
Scottsdale Flight Standards District Office
17777 North Perimeter Drive
Scottsdale, Arizona
(480) 284-4450
faa.gov
HLC Accreditation Schedule
