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State Authorization

State Authorization

State Authorization is a form of consumer protection that guarantees that all educational institutions will follow that state’s regulations.

What is State Authorization?

Each State sets rules and regulations for its educational institutions that it expects all such educational institutions, regardless of physical location, to follow. State Authorization is a form of consumer protection that guarantees that all educational institutions will follow that state’s regulations.

Why does it matter to me?

State Authorization is your assurance that we will provide you with each of the following:

our accrediting agency
our contact information for filing complaints, and
the state agencies that handle complaints in your state of residence.

How do I make an academic grievance or complaint?

Catawba Valley Community College (CVCC) students residing outside of North Carolina should first follow CVCC’s Student Complaint Process.

CVCC’s Student Complaint Process

» 5.3.6 Student Services Student Grievance

For further information, please contact:

Jonathan Loss, Dean of Enrollment Management
2550 US Hwy 70 SE
Hickory, NC 28602
jloss@cvcc.edu
(828) 327-7000, ext. 4526

Student Grievance Forms

Please complete the Student Grievance form that is automatically routed to the Director of Admissions, who will contact you for the next steps.

North Carolina Post-Secondary Education Complaints

If a complaint cannot be resolved through the institution’s grievance procedures, students may file a complaint with The University of North Carolina System Office. Please review the Student Complaint Policy (PDF) and complete the Student Complaint Form. Questions or concerns can be directed to:

North Carolina Post-Secondary Education Complaints
University of North Carolina System Office
223 S. West Street, Suite 1800
Raleigh NC 27603
(919) 962-4550

SACSCOC Student Complaint Process

If the North Carolina Community College System does not satisfactorily resolve your complaint, the next step is to file a complaint with Catawba Valley Community College's accrediting agency. CVCC’s accrediting agency is the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC). Students who file a complaint with the accrediting agency should follow the SACSCOC Complaint Procedure (PDF). The contact information for SACS is:

1866 Southern Lane Decatur
Georgia 30033-4097
(404) 679-4500
www.sacscoc.org

SARA-NC Complaint Process

SARA-NC is the North Carolina State Education Assistance Authority. You may also file a complaint with SARA-NC. Students should follow the SARA-NC Complaint Process and use the SARA-NC Complaint Form (PDF).

SARA-NC Contact Information:

SARA North Carolina
State Education Assistance Authority
PO Box 41349
Raleigh, NC 27629
(855) SARA-1-NC (727-2162)
(919) 549-8614, ext. 4667
information@saranc.org
www.saranc.org

If an issue cannot be resolved through the grievance procedures, a student who resides outside of the State of North Carolina may file a complaint with their state of residence.

» Student Complaint Information by State and Agency

Professional Licensure

If you are considering a program at CVCC that leads to licensure or certification and you do not live in North Carolina, please contact the individual below that corresponds to your desired program.

Please click on the Certification/Licensure PDF to access the general disclosures.

Health

Certified CLINICAL Medical Assistant

Laura Richard
2550 Hwy 70 SE, Hickory NC 28602
lrichard@cvcc.edu
828-327-7000 ext.4523
Certified Clinical Medical Assistant - Certification/Licensure (PDF)

Computed Tomography

Scott Vandevander
2550 Hwy 70 SE, Hickory NC 28602
svandevander@cvcc.edu
828-327-7000 ext.4075
Computed Tomography - Certification/Licensure (PDF)

Dental Assisting–(NELDA Certification)

Nikki Hicks
2550 Hwy 70 SE, Hickory NC 28602
nhicks@cvcc.edu
828-327-7000 ext.4631
Dental Assisting–(NELDA Certification) - Certification/Licensure (PDF)

Dental Hygiene

Nikki Hicks
2550 Hwy 70 SE, Hickory NC 28602
nhicks@cvcc.edu
828-327-7000 ext.4158
Dental Hygiene - Certification/Licensure (PDF)

Health Information Technology

Barbara Beatty
2550 Hwy 70 SE, Hickory NC 28602
bbeatty@cvcc.edu
828-327-7000 ext.4104
Health Information Technology - Certification/Licensure (PDF)

Mammography

Scott Vandevander
2550 Hwy 70 SE, Hickory NC 28602
svandevander@cvcc.edu
828-327-7000 ext.4075
Mammography - Certification/Licensure (PDF)

Nurse Aide I, Nurse Aide II

McKinsey Poarch
2550 Hwy 70 SE, Hickory NC 28602
mpoarch684@cvcc.edu
828-327-7000 ext.4206
Nurse Aide I - Certification/Licensure (PDF)
Nurse Aide II - Certification/Licensure (PDF)

Nursing

Brooke Kistler
2550 Hwy 70 SE, Hickory NC 28602
bkistler@cvcc.edu
828-327-7000 ext.4338
Nursing - Certification/Licensure (PDF)

Respiratory Therapy

Nikki Godwin
2550 Hwy 70 SE, Hickory NC 28602
ngodwin985@cvcc.edu
828-327-7000 4243
Respiratory Therapy - Certification/Licensure (PDF)

Radiography

Scott Vandevander
2550 Hwy 70 SE, Hickory NC 28602
svandevander@cvcc.edu
828-327-7000 ext.4075
Radiography - Certification/Licensure (PDF)

Surgical Technology

Sarah Lynn
2550 Hwy 70 SE, Hickory NC 28602
slynn257@cvcc.edu
828-327-7000 ext.4771
Surgical Technology - Certification/Licensure (PDF)

Public Services

Basic Law Enforcment Training (BLET)

Clyde Deal
2550 Hwy 70 SE, Hickory NC 28602
cdeal@cvcc.edu
828-327-7000 ext 4573
Basic Law Enforcement Training - Certification/Licensure (PDF)

Cosmetology

Donna Vann
2550 Hwy 70 SE, Hickory NC 28602
dvann@cvcc.edu
828-327-7000 ext.4108
Cosmetology - Certification/Licensure (PDF)

Detention Officer Certification Course

Clyde Deal
2550 Hwy 70 SE, Hickory NC 28602
cdeal@cvcc.edu
828-327-7000 ext 4573
Detention Officer Certification Course - Certification/Licensure (PDF)

Emergency Medical Technician

Kendra Lowman
2550 Hwy 70 SE, Hickory NC 28602
klowman216@cvcc.edu
828-327-7000 ext.4372
Emergency Medical Technician - Certification/Licensure (PDF)

Fire Rescue Certification

Steven Rhodarmer
2550 Hwy 70 SE, Hickory NC 28602
srhodarmer@cvcc.edu
828-327-7000 ext.4423
Fire Rescue Certification - Certification/Licensure (PDF)

Paramedic

Kendra Lowman
2550 Hwy 70 SE, Hickory NC 28602
klowman216@cvcc.edu
828-327-7000 ext.4372
Paramedic - Certification/Licensure (PDF)

Licensing Board Contacts

Health

PUBLIC SERVICES

BASIC LAW ENFORCeMENT TRAINING (BLET)

CVCC’s Basic Law Enforcement Training program is specifically in compliance with the law enforcement officer certification requirements in North Carolina. Students must be sponsored by an NC law enforcement agency and accepted through a specific BLET application process. CVCC’s program is not intended to transfer to or be honored by any state other than North Carolina; however, other states may honor NC training or certification. For information regarding reciprocity from North Carolina to other states, contact that state for their current rules and guidelines.

Basic Law Enforcement Professional Licensure State Boards and Contacts (PDF)

COSMETOLOGY

Cosmetologist State Boards

DETENTION OFFICER CERTIFICATION COURSE

International Association of Directors of Law Enforcement Standards and Training

EMERGENCY MEDICAL TECHNICIAN (EMT)

Emergency Medical Professional Licensure State Boards and Contact Information (PDF)

FIRE RESCUE CERTIFICATION

Fire Rescue Certification (PDF)

PARAMEDIC

Paramedic Professional Licensure State Boards and Contact Informatiom (PDF)

» Professional Licensing Board Disclaimer and Contacts (License/Licensure Information)

Although we strive to connect you with the best information possible, Catawba Valley Community College cannot confirm whether a particular program meets the requirements for professional licensure and/or certification outside of the State of North Carolina.

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State Authorization

Directory of State Authorization and Lead Contacts
Professional Licensing Board Disclaimer and Contacts
Student Complaint Information by State and Agency