Nash Community College has been approved to participate in the National Council for State Authorization Reciprocity Agreements.
State Authorization is a legal issue dealing with a college’s adherence to state requirements for colleges to secure authorization to offer instruction in that state. Compliance with individual state requirements is now part of the Higher Education Opportunity Act of 2008, Amended 2010. Institutions offering distance education courses or programs must provide current and prospective students with the contact information for filing complaints with the college, its accrediting agency, and with the state agencies that handle complaints in the students’ state of residence. Nash Community College is authorized to offer online courses to students in states and territories that participate in NC-SARA, which includes all states except California and also includes Puerto Rico and the U.S. Virgin Islands.
Registration of students from other states in online courses may require additional time and information so please allow additional time for this process.
Students residing outside of the State of North Carolina while taking online courses from Nash Community College who desire to resolve an academic grievance or complaint should first follow Nash Community College’s Student Complaint Process.
NC Community College System, Nash Community College, and NC Post-Secondary Education Complaint Procedures Nash Community College (NCC) is a member of the North Carolina Community College System (NCCCS). The Complaint Policy is available for all students to review, however, students are advised to begin the process at the institutional level. Contact:
Wendy Cook, Ph.D.
NCC Student Complaint Process
As a matter of practice, Nash Community College believes that most student grievances can be informally resolved. Any student (traditional, non-traditional, distance education, etc.) who has a grievance should express the concern with the appropriate College personnel responsible for the source of the grievance.
The Student and Public Grievance/Complaint Procedure can be found in the NCC Catalog under the Student and Enrollment Services section on pages 118-120.
When informal procedures do not resolve the grievance, currently enrolled students can file a complaint using the student complaint form found under the Forms for Students tab in the MyNash portal.
State Complaint Process
If a complaint cannot be resolved through the institution’s complaint process, students may file a complaint with the North Carolina Post-Secondary Education Complaints unit. Please review NC Post-Secondary Education Student Complaint Policy (PDF), print and complete NC Post-Secondary Education Complaint Form, and submit the complaint to:
North Carolina Post-Secondary Education Complaints
c/o Student Complaints
UNC System Office
223 S. West Street, Suite 1800; Raleigh NC 27603
For more information, call (919) 962-4550.
Website: North Carolina Post-Secondary Education Complaints
Students may also file a complaint through SARA-NC. SARA-NC is the portal for North Carolina. Students should follow the SARA-NC Complaint Process and use the SARA-NC Complaint Form (PDF).
SARA-NC Contact Information:
SARA North Carolina
North Caroline State Education Assistance Authority
P.O. Box 41349
Raleigh, NC 27629
T: (855) SARA-1-NC (727-2162)
T: (919) 549-8614, ext. 4667
Website: www.saranc.org
Email: complaint@saranc.org
Student Complaint Information by State and Agency (PDF)
SACSCOC Student Complaint Process
If for some reason the complaint is not satisfactorily resolved, the next step would be to file a complaint with Nash Community College’s accrediting agency. Nash Community College is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC) to award associate degrees. . Students who file a complaint with the accrediting agency should follow the SACSCOC Complaint Procedure. The contact information for SACSCOC is:
1866 Southern Lane
Decatur, Georgia 30033-4097
Telephone: 404-679-4500
Website: www.sacscoc.org
Curriculum Program Disclosures
Students may view the disclosure for each program or certificate to know which state Nash Community College curriculum:
- meets state educational requirements for licensure or certification
- does not meet state educational requirements for licensure or certification, or
The mailing address for all program directors at Nash Community College is:
522 N. Old Carriage Road
P.O. Box 7488
Rocky Mount, NC 27804
Individuals who reside outside of North Carolina and plan to enroll in any Nash Community College course(s), degree and/or certificate program that may lead to professional licensure should contact the state or NCC program contact to discuss licensure options prior to enrollment.
| Program Name & Disclosures | Licensure/Certification Organization | NCC Program Contact |
|---|---|---|
| Basic Law Enforcement Training (BLET) | NC Criminal Justice Education and Training Standards Commission | Tim Mehus 252-451-8489 tlmehus599@nashcc.edu |
| Computer Engineering Technology CompTIA A+ | The Computer Engineering Technology program at NCC prepares students to take the CompTIA A+ Certification exam, which is recognized across the United States. However, it’s important to note that this certification is not regulated by individual states. For specific information regarding your state, please contact CompTIA Certifications. | Wanda Tyson 252-451-8410 whtyson580@nashcc.edu |
| Computer Integrated Machining | National Institute of Metalworking Skills (NIMS) The Computer-Integrated Machining program at NCC prepares students to take the NIMS Certification exam, which is recognized across the United States. However, it’s important to note that this certification is not regulated by individual states. For specific information regarding your state, please contact the National Institute for Metalworking Skills. | Wanda Tyson 252-451-8410 whtyson580@nashcc.edu |
| Cosmetology | Shinese Glass 252-451-82375 stglass444@nashcc.edu | |
| Early Childhood Education | North Carolina Early Childhood and Administration Credentials | Jodi York (252) 451-8317 jryork519@nashcc.edu |
| Emergency Medical Technician | North Carolina Division of Health Service Regulations – OEMS | Vincent Hunter 252-451-8305 vjhunter979@nashcc.edu |
| Firefighter I & II | Michael Varnell 252-451-8312 mlvarnell209@nashcc.edu | |
| Industrial Systems Technology CFC Refrigerant Certification | This course covers the requirements for the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) certification examination 608. Topics include small appliances, high-pressure systems, and low-pressure systems. Upon successfully completing this course, students should be able to demonstrate knowledge of refrigerants and be prepared for the EPA certification examination 608. The CERTIFICATION EXAMINATION carries an ADDITIONAL FEE. For more EPA information, please click https://www.epa.gov/aboutepa/forms/contact-epa. https://www.epa.gov/section608/section-608-technician-certification-requirements | Wanda Tyson 252-451-8410 whtyson580@nashcc.edu |
| Information Technology | Pearson Information Technology Specialist Cisco Certified Support Technician | Nakisha Floyd 252-451-8299 nwfloyd583@nashcc.edu |
| Medical Assisting | Amber Greer 252-451-8333 aagreer137@nashcc.edu | |
| Medical Office Administration | NHA Medical Administrative Assistant | Nakisha Floyd 252-451-8299 nwfloyd583@nashcc.edu |
| Nurse Aide I | N.C. Dept. of Health and Human Services – Division of Health Service Regulation | Tammy Wilkins 252-451-8352 tlwilkins106@nashcc.edu |
| Nurse Aide II | Tammy Wilkins 252-451-8352 tlwilkins@nashcc.edu | |
| Nursing (ADN) | Krysti Coppock 252-451-8267 kvcoppock572@nashcc.edu | |
| OSHA 30-hr General Industry | Wanda Tyson 252-451-8410 whtyson580@nashcc.edu | |
| Paramedic | Vincent Hunter 252-451-8305 vjhunter979@nashcc.edu | |
| Phlebotomy | American Society of Phlebotomy Technicians Licensure Contact Information by State
| Amber Greer 252-451-8333 aagreer137@nashcc.edu |
| Physical Therapist Assistant | Commission on Accreditation in Physical Therapy Education | Andrea Milks 252-451-8481 almilks594@nashcc.edu |
| Practical Nursing | Krysti Coppock 252-451-8267 kvcoppock572@nashcc.edu | |
| Technical Rescuer | Michael Varnell 252-451-8312 mlvarnell209@nashcc.edu | |
| Veterinary Medical Technology | Veterinary Medical Technology: North Carolina Veterinary Medical Board | Gail Harrell 252-451-8211 tgharrell204@nashcc.edu |
| Welding | NCC’s Welding program prepares students to pass various welding performance tests as welding codes require. Individual states do not regulate this certification. Contact the American Welding Society (AWS) for specific information related to your state. | Wanda Tyson 252-451-8410 whtyson580@nashcc.edu |
Continuing Education Disclosures
| Program Name & Disclosures | Licensure/Certification Organization | NCC Program Contact |
|---|---|---|
| Cosmetology Instructor | North Carolina Board of Cosmetic Art Examiners | Jonee Callahan 252-451-8349 jdcallahan652@nashcc.edu |
| Escort Vehicle Operator | U.S. Department of Transportation Federal Highway Administration As per NCDOT: Before escorting oversize / overweight loads in other states, please contact the appropriate states individually for any additional requirements they may have. The following states do not require pilot/escort vehicle operator certification: KY, SC< TN< WV | Jonee Callahan 252-451-8349 jdcallahan652@nashcc.edu |
| Electronic Notary Public | North Carolina Secretary of State National Notary Association | Jonee Callahan 252-451-8349 jdcallahan652@nashcc.edu |
| IT Academy: A+ Certification | CompTIA | Jonee Callahan 252-451-8349 jdcallahan652@nashcc.edu |
| IT Academy: Cisco Certification | Networking, Cloud and Cybersecurity Solutions – Cisco | Jonee Callahan 252-451-8349 jdcallahan652@nashcc.edu |
| IT Academy: Ethical Hacking | This program prepares students for the exam and is recognized by all US states through the EC-Council. Check your state of operation, as there may be additional requirements at the state level. | Jonee Callahan 252-451-8349 jdcallahan652@nashcc.edu |
| Nail Technology/Manicurist | Jonee Callahan 252-451-8349 jdcallahan652@nashcc.edu | |
| Natural Hair | Jonee Callahan 252-451-8349 jdcallahan652@nashcc.edu | |
| NC Concealed Carry Handgun | Concealed Carry Reciprocity by State States that do not honor concealed carry permits are California, Connecticut, Maryland, Massachusetts, and New York. Additional state requirements may apply see concealed carry reciprocity by state. | Jonee Callahan 252-451-8349 jdcallahan652@nashcc.edu |
| Notary | Jonee Callahan 252-451-8349 jdcallahan652@nashcc.edu | |
| OBD II | Jonee Callahan 252-451-8349 jdcallahan652@nashcc.edu | |
| OSHA | Jonee Callahan 252-451-8349 jdcallahan652@nashcc.edu | |
| Pharmacy Technician | Licensure Contact Information by State National Association of Boards of Pharmacy PTCB Certification is accepted in all 50 states, the District of Columbia, Guam, and Puerto Rico. PTCB Certified Pharmacy Technicians (CPhTs) work across the US in a wide range of pharmacy practice settings. Regulations and requirements for certification, licensure, registration and relicensure vary by state and change on an undefined schedule. Some states have no requirement for technicians to register with the State Board of Pharmacy, while other states have rigorous requirements related to formal education/training, practical experience, and national certification. | Jonee Callahan 252-451-8349 jdcallahan652@nashcc.edu |
| ServSafe | Regulatory Requirements by State The ServSafe certification is recognized in most jurisdictions where a Food Protection Manager Certification is required. However, some states have additional requirements, and contact with ServSafe is recommended | Jonee Callahan 252-451-8349 jdcallahan652@nashcc.edu |
| Vehicle Safety Inspection | Jonee Callahan 252-451-8349 jdcallahan652@nashcc.edu |
