What is accreditation?
Why is accreditation important to you?
Accreditation assures that you are enrolled at an institution approved by the region's accrediting associations. In the United States, regional accreditation is considered the most rigorous and highest level of accreditation an institution can achieve. The credits you earn at an accredited institution may be submitted to other accredited institutions for transfer acceptance, if they are appropriate to the designated curriculum. It also means that the degree you earn is fully recognized throughout the nation.
All TBR universities and community colleges are accredited by:
Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC)
1866 Southern Lane
Decatur, Georgia 30033-4097
Phone: 404-679-4501
All Tennessee Colleges of Applied Technology are accredited by:
Program-specific Accreditation
Academic programs may also be accredited through programmatic or "specialized" accrediting agencies. These programs typically lead to a certification or licensure. Graduating from an accredited program provides greater flexibility in the types of jobs you can apply for and enhances your career mobility. Many employers and state agencies require job candidates to have program-specific accreditation for professional level positions.
Commission on Accreditation for Health Informatics and Information Management Education (CAHIIM)
The Health Information Technology Associate's degree program is accredited by the Commission on Accreditation for Health Informatics and Information Management Education (CAHIIM).
Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing (ACEN)
