Accreditation
DCTC is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission, an accreditor of colleges and universities in the United States, recognized by the U.S. Department of Education. In addition, several DCTC programs hold specialized accreditation. For a complete list, visit dctc.edu/about-us/mission-accreditation.
Mission, Vision & Values
Our Mission
Learn, discover, and build a better future. DCTC is dedicated to education for employment and lifelong growth.
Our Vision
We aspire to provide transformational education for every student, built on belonging, learning, support, clear pathways, and community engagement.
Our Values
- Student-Centered
- Equity-Minded
- Community-Engaged
For more detailed information, visit dctc.edu/about-us/mission-accreditation.
Policies
All college policies, including student rights and responsibilities, academic progress, and probation, are posted at dctc.edu/aboutus/college-policies.
Consumer Information
The Higher Education Act of 1965 (HEA) requires institutions receiving federal financial aid to provide public access to key information. DCTC’s consumer information, including non-discrimination policies, FERPA compliance, graduation and retention data, and student outcomes, is available at dctc.edu/academics/student-consumer-information.
National Council for State Authorization Reciprocity Agreements
DCTC is a member of NC-SARA (National Council for State Authorization Reciprocity Agreements), which means we share a reciprocity agreement with all states who are part of the NC-SARA group. The State Authorization Reciprocity Agreement is an agreement among member states, districts and territories that establishes comparable national standards for interstate offering of postsecondary distance education courses and programs. It is intended to make it easier for students to take online courses offered by postsecondary institutions based in another state. SARA is overseen by a National Council and administered by four regional education compacts. nc-sara.org
Student Consumer Complaint Process
Pursuant to the United States Department of Education’s Program Integrity Rule, institutions providing online education are required to provide all prospective and current students with contact information of the state agency or agencies that handle complaints against postsecondary education institutions offering distance learning within that state.
We encourage you to seek resolution to any concerns by discussing them informally with a staff member at the College. If a complaint cannot be handled informally, Inver Hills students are encouraged to use our college’s complaint process.
If a complaint cannot be resolved at the College level, you may contact the Minnesota Office of Higher Education if you are a distance education student that resides out of state and in an NC-SARA state. You may also visit NC SARA’s website for more information about the student complaint process.
Dakota County Technical College will not make a determination that its curriculum meets the state educational requirements for licensure or certification until more detailed research has been completed.
Equal Opportunity Institution
Dakota County Technical College acknowledges its legal and moral responsibility to ensure equal employment and educational opportunities with no discrimination regarding race, creed, disability, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, age, marital status, or inclusion in any group or class protected by state or federal law.
Dakota County Technical College is committed to compliance with Title IX, Section 504, the Americans with Disabilities Act, and all state statutes and regulations relating to removing barriers to equal employment and educational opportunity.
Dakota County Technical College is an affirmative action and equal opportunity institution and abides by all applicable statutes and regulations relating to equal access and employment. This catalog is available in alternate formats; contact our Accessibility Services office at 651-423-8469.
Non-Discrimination Coordinators and Title IX Coordinator:
Nicole Meulemans
nicole.meulemans@dctc.edu
Room 2-142-N
651-423-8403
Complaints of Acts of Discrimination or Harassment by Employees:
Laina Carlson
Liberal Arts Room 232 651-450-3305
lcarlson@inverhills.edu
Complaints of Acts of Discrimination or Harassment by Students:
Nicole Meulemans
nicole.meulemans@dctc.edu
Room 2-142-N
651-423-8403
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