RCTC is fully accredited by the Higher Learning Commission.
Rochester Community and Technical College is accredited by The Higher Learning Commission, one of six regional accrediting agencies in the U.S.
As stated by HLC, “Regional accreditation validates the quality of an institution as a whole and evaluates multiple aspects of an institution ranging from its academic offerings, governance and administration, mission, finances, and resources.”
The HLC has three “pathways” an institution can follow to demonstrate institutional quality. All pathways require institutions to show that they meet the Criteria for Accreditation.
The 5 Criteria for Accreditation
- Community/Junior College initial accreditation with Higher Learning Commission (formerly North Central Association) – 1923
- Technical College initial accreditation with candidacy status from Higher Learning Commission (formerly North Central Association) – 1993
Reaffirmation Timeline
- Most recent reaffirmation of accreditation: 2016-2017
- Comprehensive Evaluation: November 9, 2020
- Next reaffirmation of accreditation: 2026-2027
RCTC also holds occupationally specific accreditation in a number of its programs.
What Accreditation Means to You
When you attend an accredited college or university, you can expect:
- A Quality Education: Accreditation means that the institution meets standards of quality for faculty, curriculum, administration, library, financial management and student services.
- Financial Aid Opportunities: You can only obtain federal financial assistance if the institution has appropriate accreditation from an organization recognized by the United States Department of Education.
- Credits that Transfer: If you ever want to transfer your college credits to continue your education, accreditation is an important factor when a college or university is deciding whether to accept transfer credits from your previous school.
RCTC Program Accreditations
| Program/Department | Accrediting Body | Address | Accredited Since | Most Recent Site Visit | Next Accreditation Review |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Automobile Technician (Diploma) | National Automotive Technicians Education Foundation (NATEF) | 1503 Edwards Ferry Road NE, Suite 401 Leesburg, VA 20176 703-669-6650 | 2022 | 2027 | |
| Cancer Registry (AAS, Certificate) | National Cancer Registrars Association (NCRA) | 1330 Braddock Place, Suite 520 Alexandria, VA 22314 703-299-6640 | 2016 | 2020 | 2023 |
| Cardiovascular Invasive Specialist (AAS) Mayo Affiliated | Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs (CAAHEP) | 9355 113th Street N, #7709 Seminole, FL 33775-7709 727-210-2350 | 2014 | 2019 | 2028 |
| Joint Review Committee on Education in Cardiovascular Technology (JRC-CVT) | 1449 Hill Street Whitinsville, MA 01588 978-456-5594 | ||||
| Clinical Neurophysiology Technology (AAS) Mayo Affiliated | Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs (CAAHEP) | 9355 113th Street N, #7709 Seminole, FL 33775-7709 727-210-2350 | 2002 | 2015 | 2025 |
| Dental Assistant (AAS, Diploma) | Commission on Dental Accreditation (CODA) | 211 East Chicago Avenue Chicago, IL 60611-2678 800-621-8099 or 312-440-4653 | 1973 | 2019 | 2026 |
| Dental Hygiene (AAS) | Commission on Dental Accreditation (CODA) | 211 East Chicago Avenue Chicago, IL 60611-2678 800-621-8099 or 312-440-4653 | 1991 | 2019 | 2026 |
| Emergency Medicine Paramedic (AS) Mayo Affiliated | Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs (CAAHEP) | 9355 113th Street N, #7709 Seminole, FL 33775-7709 727-210-2350 | 2018 | 2018 | 2023 |
Committee on Accreditation of Educational Programs for the Emergency Medical Services Professions (COAEMSP) | 8301 Lakeview Parkway, Suite 111-312 Rowlett, TX 75088 214-703-8445 | ||||
| Health Information Technology (AAS) | Commission on Accreditation for Health Informatics and Information Management Education (CAHIIM) | 200 East Randolph St, Suite 5100 Chicago, IL 60601 312-235-3255 | 2002 | 2020 | 2028 |
| Histology Technician (AS) Mayo Affiliated | National Accrediting Agency for Clinicl Laboratory Sciences (NAACLS) Mayo Affiliated | 9355 113th Street N, #7709 Seminole, FL 33775-7709 727-210-2350 | 2011 | 2016 | 2026 |
| Magnetic Imaging Resonance (MRI) (AAS) Mayo Affiliated | Joint Review Committee on Education in Radiologic Technology (JRCERT) | 20 N Wacker Drive, Suite 2850 Chicago, IL 60606-3182 Phone: 312-704-5300 | 2022 | 2022 | 2025 |
| Peace Officer (AAS, Certificate) | State of Minnesota - Board of Peace Officer Standards and Training | 1600 University Avenue, Suite 200 St. Paul, MN 55104-3825 651-643-3060 | 2020 | 2025 | |
| Nursing (AD) | Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing, Inc (ACEN) | 3390 Peachtree Road NE, Suite 400 Atlanta, GA 30326 404-975-5000 | 1971 | 2020 | 2028 |
| Practical Nursing (Diploma) | Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing, Inc (ACEN) | 3390 Peachtree Road NE, Suite 400 Atlanta, GA 30326 404-975-5000 | 1978 | 2020 | 2028 |
| Radiography (AAS) Mayo Affiliated | Joint Review Committee on Education in Radiologic Technology (JRCERT) | 20 N Wacker Drive, Suite 2850 Chicago, IL 60606-3182 Phone: 312-704-5300 | 1987 | 2017 | 2025 |
| Surgical Technology (AAS) | Accredited Review Council on Education for Surgical Technologies and Surgical Assistants (ARC/STSA) | 19751 E. Main Street, Suite 339 Parker, CO 80138 303-694-9262 | 1974 | 2023 | 2033 |
Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs (CAAHEP) | 9355 113th Street N, #7709 Seminole, FL 33775-7709 727-210-2350 | ||||
| Veterinary Technology (AAS) | American Veterinary Medical Association (AVMA) | 1931 North Meacham Road, Suite 100 Schaumburg, IL 60173-4360 800-248-2862 | 2005 | 2021 | 2026 |