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<p>The Higher Learning Commission (HLC) is an independent corporation that was founded in 1895 as one of six regional institutional accreditors in the United States. HLC accredits degree-granting post-secondary educational institutions in a 19 state region, which includes the state of Arkansas.<br>HLC Mission: Advance the common good through quality assurance of higher education as the leader in equitable, transformative and trusted accreditation in the service of students and member institutions.</p> <div class="clearfix" style="margin-bottom: 20px;"> <p><img style="float: left; width: 200px; margin-right: 10px;" src="/_resources/assets/img/asun-img/CAAHEP.jpg" alt="NBSTA Logo" width="209" height="197">The Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs is the largest programmatic accreditor of the health sciences professions. In collaboration with its Committees on Accreditation, CAAHEP reviews and accredits over 2100 individual education programs in 32 health science occupations. CAAHEP accredited programs are assessed on an ongoing basis to assure that they meet the Standards and Guidelines of each profession.</p> </div> <div class="clearfix" style="margin-bottom: 20px;"> <p><img style="float: left; width: 200px; margin-right: 10px;" src="/_resources/assets/img/asun-img/nbstsa-logo.png" alt="NBSTA Logo" width="209" height="168">The National Board of Surgical Technology and Surgical Assisting (NBSTSA) exists to determine, through examination, if an individual has acquired both theoretical and practical knowledge of surgical technology or surgical first assisting. In addition, through the acquisition of continuing education credits or by re-examination, CST’s certified after August 31, 1977 and all CST/CSFAs are required to stay up to date with changes in the medical field.</p> </div> <div class="clearfix" style="margin-bottom: 20px;"> <p><img style="float: left; width: 200px; margin-right: 10px;" src="/_resources/assets/img/asun-img/cael_member_logo.png" alt="CAEL Logo" width="209" height="117">The Council for Adult and Experiential Learning (CAEL) is a national nonprofit working to improve education-to-career pathways for adult learners. We help organizations succeed by providing expertise, resources, and innovative solutions that effectively support adult learners as they navigate on- and off-ramps between education and employment.</p> </div> <div class="clearfix" style="margin-bottom: 20px;"> <p><img style="float: left; width: 200px; margin-right: 10px;" src="/_resources/assets/img/OCU%20-%20NAVY.png" alt="2025 Carnegie Classifications logo" width="209" height="117">Arkansas State University–Newport has been recognized as an Opportunity College and University in the 2025 Carnegie Classifications. This means ASU-Newport provides strong access to college for a wide range of students—especially those from underrepresented backgrounds—while also helping graduates earn competitive wages after completing their programs.</p> </div> <p><img style="float: left; width: 200px; margin-right: 10px;" src="/_resources/assets/img/asun-img/SARA_Seal_group_2024_Participating.png" alt="NC-SARA Logo" width="209" height="217">The National Council for State Authorization Reciprocity Agreements (NC-SARA) is a nonprofit organization that helps expand students’ access to educational opportunities and ensure more efficient, consistent, and effective regulation of distance education programs. ASU-Newport has been approved to participate in the National Council for State Authorization Reciprocity Agreements.<br><br><br><br></p> <p> </p> <hr> <p> </p> <h3>Information Resources:</h3> <p>More Information about the Higher Learning Commission, the accreditation process, and criteria for accreditation can be found at:</p> <ul> <li><a href="https://www.hlcommission.org/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">The Higher Learning Commission’s website</a></li> <li><a href="http://www.hlcommission.org/Student-Resources/how-institutions-are-accredited.html" target="_blank" rel="noopener">How accreditation works</a> (from the HLC)</li> <li><a href="https://www.hlcommission.org/Accreditation/open-overview.html" target="_blank" rel="noopener">The Open Pathway</a></li> <li><a href="http://www.hlcommission.org/Policies/criteria-and-requirements.html" target="_blank" rel="noopener">The HLC’s Criteria for Accreditation</a></li> <li><a href="/about-asun/current-hlc-accreditation.php">Current HLC Accreditation</a></li> </ul> <h3>HLC Accreditation Officer:</h3> <p>Dr. Typhanie Myers<br>Provost/Vice Chancellor for Academic and Student Affairs<br><a href="mailto:typhanie_myers@asun.edu">typhanie_myers@asun.edu</a><br><a href="tel:8705127704">870-512-7704</a></p> <p>Office of the Chancellor<br><a href="mailto:chancellor@asun.edu">chancellor@asun.edu</a><br><a href="tel:8705127850">870-512-7850</a></p>
