Accreditation & Approval
Accredited-The Higher Learning Commission (hlcommission.org)
UACCM is accredited by The Higher Learning Commission, 230 South LaSalle Street, Suite 7-500, Chicago, IL 60604. (800) 621-7440. The next accreditation review visit will be 2026.
American Welding Society
The Welding program has been approved by the American Welding Society (AWS) to offers students training and certifications utilizing the AWS SENSE specifications and guidelines. In addition, UACCM is recognized as having met the requirements for testing facilities, personnel, and equipment to test and qualify welders to the nationally-recognized (AWS) standards. As an AWS Accredited Test Facility (ATF), UACCM commits to adhering to strict standards for welder testing and quality assurance. UACCM’s AWS Educational Institute membership is renewed annually beginning March 1, 2019. American Welding Society (AWS) 8669 NW 36 St, #130, Miami, FL 33166-6672. (800)-443-5647.
Arkansas Division of Higher Education
UACCM programs are approved by the Arkansas Division of Higher Education, 101 E. Capitol Ave., Suite 300, Little Rock, AR 72201. (501) 371-2000.
Arkansas State Board of Nursing
The Practical Nursing Technical Certificate is approved by the Arkansas State Board of Nursing, The Registered Nursing Associate of Applied Science Degree will be approved December 2023. 1123 S. University Avenue #800, Little Rock, AR 72204. (501) 686-2700. The approval extends through September 13, 2023.
Arkansas Department of Health Section of EMS & Trauma Systems
The Emergency Medical Technician Certificate of Proficiency is approved by the Arkansas Department of Health Emergency Medical Services, Freeway Medical Tower, 5800 West 10th Street, Suite 800, Little Rock, Arkansas 72204. (501) 661-2262. The approval extends through October 31, 2023.
Arkansas Department of Human Services Division of Child Care and Early Childhood Education
The Early Childhood Development program is approved by the the Arkansas Department of Human Services Division of Child Care and Early Childhood Education Child Care Licensing Unit, P.O. Box1437, Slot S150, Little Rock, AR 72203-1437. 501-682-8590. The approval is renewed annually beginning December 9, 2002.
Arkansas Department of Human Services Division of Medical Services Office of Long-Term Care
The Nursing Assisting Certificate of Proficiency is approved by the Arkansas Department of Human Services Division of Medical Services Office of Long-Term Care, P.O. Box 8059, Slot S409, Little Rock, AR 72203-1437. (501) 682-6789. The approval extends through September 2, 2022.
ASE Education Foundation
The Automotive Service Technology program is accredited by the Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) Education Foundation, 1503 Edwards Ferry Rd., NE, Suite 401, Leesburg, VA 20176. The accreditation term runs January 2023 to June 1, 2028.
Association of Nutrition and Foodservice Professionals
The Dietary Management Certificate of Proficiency is approved by the Association of Nutrition & Foodservice Professionals, 406 Surrey Woods Drive, St. Charles, IL 60174 (800)-323-1908. The approval extends through October 28, 2025.
Association of Technology, Management, and Applied Engineering (ATMAE)
Computer-Aided Drafting and Design Technology, Computer Information Systems Technology, Industrial Mechanics and Maintenance Technology, and Surveying programs, as well as the Associate of Applied Science in Business are accredited by the Association of Technology, Management, and Applied Engineering (ATMAE), PMB 219, 8865 Norwin Avenue STE 27, North Huntingdon, PA 15642. The accreditation term runs through October 31, 2026.
National Association for the Education of Young Children (NAEYC) Early Childhood Associate Degree Accreditation
The Early Childhood Development program is accredited by the Commission on Early Childhood Higher Education Programs of the National Association for the Education of Young Children, 1401 H St. NW, Suite 600, Washington, DC 2005. (800) 424-2460 ext. 8007. The accreditation term runs from November 2019 to July 2025.
National Center for Construction Education and Research (NCCER)
The Air Conditioning, Heating, & Refrigeration Technology, Construction Technology, and Welding programs are accredited by the National Center for Construction Education and Research (NCCER) under sponsorship of the Arkansas Department of Career Education, 3 Capitol Mall, Little Rock, AR 72201. 501-682-1125. The accreditation term runs January 2021 to January 2024.
National Coalition of Certification (NC3)
The Automotive Service Technology, Air Conditioning, Heating, & Refrigeration Technology, and Industrial Mechanics & Maintenance Technology programs have been approved to offer industry recognized certifications through the National Coalition of Certification Centers (NC3), PO Box 580802, Pleasant Prairie, WI 53158.
State Approving Agency for Veterans Training
UACCM programs are approved for veteran education benefits through the Arkansas Department of Education Division of Higher Education's State Approving Agency for Veterans Training, 423 Main Street, Suite 400, Little Rock, AR 72201. (501) 324-9473. The approval runs through July 2021.
Certification Statement
The University of Arkansas Community College at Morrilton and its Board of Trustees reserve the right to restrict or limit the enrollment of any course and to make changes in the provisions (organization, fees, program offerings, curricula, courses, requirements, etc.) listed in the current catalog when such action is deemed to be in the best interest of the student or College. The provisions of the College Catalog do not represent in any way a contract between a student, prospective or otherwise, and the Board or the University of Arkansas Community College at Morrilton.
Statement of Assurance
The University of Arkansas Community College at Morrilton, in making decisions regarding employment, student admissions, and other functions and operations, adheres to a policy of non-discrimination and complies with federal regulations and requirements as set forth in Title VI and VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, and PL 101-336 (Americans with Disabilities Act).
Persons having questions or seeking information regarding the College’s compliance with and implementation of the aforementioned regulations should contact: Director of Human Resources, University of Arkansas Community College at Morrilton, 1537 University Blvd., Morrilton, AR 72110.