Accreditation

Odessa College is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC) to award associate and baccalaureate degrees. Odessa College also may offer credentials such as certificates and diplomas at approved degree levels. Questions about the accreditation of Odessa College may be directed in writing to the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges at 1866 Southern Lane, Decatur, GA 30033-4097, by calling (404) 679-4500, or by using information available on SACSCOC’s website (www.sacscoc.org).

The number of agencies and associations that have given accreditation and membership privileges to Odessa College acknowledges the quality of education provided. The college is approved or accredited by the following professional organizations and agencies:

Accrediting Agencies (National)

Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges
Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs
Committee on Accreditation of Education Programs for the Emergency Medical Services Professions
Commission on Accreditation in Physical Therapy Education
Joint Review Committee on Education in Radiologic Technology
Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing
National Association of Schools of Music
National Institute for Automotive Service Excellence

Accrediting Agencies (State)

Texas Board of Nursing
- Associate Degree Nursing
- Vocational Nursing
Texas Commission on Fire Protection
Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation
Texas Department of State Health Services
Texas Department of Aging and Disabilities Services – Long Term Care Division, Medication Aide Program
Texas State Board of Examiners of Professional Counselors

Odessa College describes itself in identical terms to all accrediting agencies recognized by the US Department of Education.