Distance Education and State Authorization Disclosures

Distance Education and State Authorization Disclosures

State Authorization Reciprocity Agreement (SARA)

Jackson College is approved by the State of Michigan to participate in the National Council
for State Authorization Reciprocity Agreements (NC-SARA). NC-SARA is a voluntary
agreement that establishes national standards for interstate distance education.
Participation in SARA allows Jackson College to offer distance education programs to
students in other SARA member states without needing individual state approval. A current
list of SARA member states can be found here: https://nc-sara.org/directory

Professional Licensure Disclosure

Students considering pursuing an academic program that leads to professional licensure
are advised that Jackson College’s programs prepare students to practice in the state of
Michigan and are not intended to prepare students for out of state licensure. Students
enrolled in Jackson College’s programs seeking to practice outside the state of Michigan
are advised to contact the appropriate licensing agency within their home state to seek
information and additional guidance before beginning a program outside of their home
state.
State by State Professional Certifications

Student Complaint Process for Out-of-State Distance Education Students

Jackson College is committed to resolving student concerns and complaints in a fair and
timely manner. Students should first attempt to resolve complaints by following the
Jackson College Student Grievance Process, starting with the Student Resolution
Advocate. if Unresolved, students may contact the Michigan SARA Portal Entity: Michigan
Department of Labor and Economic Opportunity – Office of Postsecondary Services Email:
LEO-SARA@michigan.gov Phone: 517-241-1474 Website: https://www.michigan.gov/leo
Students residing outside of Michigan may also contact the SARA Portal Entity in your home
state. – State contact information can be found at: https://nc-sara.org/student-complaints
Jackson College is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission (HLC). Complaints
regarding academic quality, institutional integrity, or other accreditation-related issues can
be directed to the Higher Learning Commission.

Student Location Disclosure

Jackson College determines a student’s location based on the address provided at the time
of enrollment. Students are responsible for notifying