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AQIP Initiative

Jackson Community College (JCC) is accredited by Higher Learning Commission (HLC) of the North Central Association (NCA) of Colleges and Secondary Schools. Earning this accreditation status means that JCC is recognized as maintaining those standards requisite for its graduates to gain admission to other reputable institutions of higher leaning or to achieve credentials for professional practice. Maintaining accreditation status is necessary for JCC to continue to receive federal funding. The NCA offers two methodologies to follow in order to maintain accredited status. The traditional model is a 10 year cycle involving a lengthy self-study report and a comprehensive site visit. The academic quality improvement program (AQIP) model is a continuous process involving a Systems Portfolio documenting operational systems and Action Projects identified as improvement opportunities. In 2003, JCC adopted the AQIP model and through participation in the AQIP model accreditation is continuously reaffirmed.

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