Specialized Accreditation and Professional Program Approvals
Specialized organizations have awarded accreditation and other approvals to several Â鶹ÊÓƵ programs. These professional organizations are recognized by the Council for Higher Education accreditation, the United States Department of Education, and/or the associated profession for each of the programs listed.
For more information, please contact the coordinators below.
| Program | Coordinator(s) | Endorsing Organization |
|---|---|---|
| Automotive Service Technology Program | Jonathan Friton Auto Tech Faculty [email protected] | Continuing Accreditation 2024, Next visit 2026-2027 academic year |
| Cosmetology | Allison Warne – Willmar Salon Manager, Designated School Manager, CLA [email protected] Teresa Brekke – Hutchinson Salon Manager, Designated School Manager, Faculty [email protected] | Continued Licensure August 2023, Next visit 2026 - Willmar Campus Initial Licensure September 2025 - Hutchinson Campus Next visit 2028 |
| Emergency Medical Services – Paramedic | Cody Aston BS, NRP Faculty/ Program Director [email protected] | upon the recommendation of the Continued Accreditation March 2024, Next visit 2029 |
| Massage Therapy | Jaclyn Smith Program Coordinator, Faculty [email protected] | Designated an Assigned School June 2019 through June 2028. |
| Massage Therapy | Jaclyn Smith Program Coordinator, Faculty [email protected] | Endorsed Curriculum September 2024 through September 2028 |
| Medical Assistant | Mellissa Jensen CMA Medical Assistant Faculty [email protected] | Continuing Accreditation April 2019, Next visit April 2028 |
| Nursing – Practical | Mary Leyk MSN, RN Dean of Nursing and Allied Health [email protected] 320-222-5210 | Continuing Accreditation Sept. 2018, Next visit Fall 2026 |
| Nursing – Associate Degree | Mary Leyk MSN, RN Dean of Nursing and Allied Health [email protected] 320-222-5210 | Continuing Accreditation April 2025, Next visit Fall 2032 |
| Peace Officer | New Coordinator TBD | Reaccreditation 2025, Next accreditation visit 2030 |
| Radiology Technologist | Matthew Gault, Radiology Technologist Faculty [email protected] | Initial accreditation awarded October 2025, Next accreditation visit 2028. |
| Veterinarian Technician | Roxanne Graham, CVT Vet Tech Faculty [email protected] | Full accreditation June 2024 Next accreditation visit 2030 |