Specialized Accreditation and Professional Program Approvals
Specialized organizations have awarded accreditation and other approvals to several °µÍø³Ô¹Ï 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 |