State Authorization

In what states is Surry Community College authorized to offer online courses?

Surry Community College has been approved to participate in the National Council for State Authorization Reciprocity Agreements. NC-SARA is a voluntary, regional approach to state oversight of postsecondary distance education.

The states in which the college is authorized to serve students are listed below. If you reside in a state not on this list, you are not eligible to register for online classes at SCC at this time. If you have questions, please contact our admissions office at admissions@surry.edu.

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NC-SARA States
Alabama	Alaska	Arizona	Arkansas
Colorado	Connecticut	Delaware	District of Columbia
Florida	Georgia	Hawaii	Idaho
Illinois	Indiana	Iowa	Kansas
Kentucky	Louisiana	Maine	Maryland
Massachusetts	Michigan	Minnesota	Mississippi
Missouri	Montana	Nebraska	Nevada
New Hampshire	New Jersey	New Mexico	New York
North Carolina	North Dakota	Ohio	Oklahoma
Oregon	Pennsylvania	Puerto Rico	Rhode Island
South Carolina	South Dakota	Tennessee	Texas
Utah	Vermont	Virginia	Washington
West Virginia	Wisconsin	Wyoming

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SARA North Carolina Portal Liaison:
Terrence R. Scarborough, M.P.A. - Director of SARA North Carolina
North Carolina State Education Assistance Authority
P.O. Box 41349
Raleigh, NC 27629
919.248.4667
terrence@saranc.org
SARA-NC

Contact and Complaint Resolution Information For Other States

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Is Surry Community College accredited?

Yes, Surry Community College is accredited by the Southern Association of Schools and Colleges Commission on Colleges, 1866 Southern Ln, Decatur, GA 30033, (404) 679-4500, to award associate degrees, diplomas and certificates.

• Surry Community College Institutional Status with SACSCOC
• Link to the SACSCOC Website - www.sacscoc.org

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What if I need help resolving a complaint?

If you have a complaint, you should attempt to resolve the complaint through the SCC grievance procedure.

• SCC Complaint and Grievance Procedures

Complaints should be addressed to the attention of:

Dr. Candace Holder, Chief Academic and Information Officer
holderc@surry.edu
630 South Main Street, Dobson, NC 27017
(336) 386-3382

If a complaint cannot be resolved through SCC’s grievance procedures, students may file a complaint with SARA-NC (State Authorization Reciprocity Agreement-North Carolina). Contact Information:

SARA North Carolina Director,
NCSEAA
PO Box 41349
Raleigh, NC 27629
(855) 727-2162
complaint@saranc.org
SARA-NC

• SARA-NC Complaint Process
  
• SARA-NC Complaint Form
• State Portal Entity Contacts

These resources may also be helpful in resolving complaints:

The North Carolina Post-Secondary Education Complaints Unit.

Please review the Student Complaint Policy then print and complete the Student Complaint Form (PDF) and submit the complaint to:

North Carolina Post-Secondary Education Complaints
c/o Student Complaints
223 S. West Street, Suite 1800
Raleigh, NC 27603
919.962.4558 or send an email to: studentcomplaint@northcarolina.edu

Website: North Carolina Post-Secondary Education Complaints

Regional Accreditor (SACSCOC) Complaint Process

If a student has evidence that an institution is in significant non-compliance with SACSCOC standards, policies or procedures, the individual should inform SACSCOC using the Complaints Against Institutions: Information Sheet and Form.

Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges:

1866 Southern Lane, Decatur, GA 30033
404.679.4500

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What about licensure and certification programs offered by Surry Community College?

If you are considering a program at SCC 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.

You may view the disclosure for each program or certificate to know which Surry Community College program curriculum:

• meets state educational requirements for licensure or certification,
• does not meet state educational requirements for licensure or certification, or
• has not made a determination.

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Allied Health

Debbie Cave, Director - Allied Health
caved@surry.edu
630 South Main Street, Dobson, NC 27017
(336) 386-3372

Program Disclosure	Licensure / Certification Organization
Medication Aide Certification Disclosure	Licensure Contact Information by State
Nurse Aide I Certification Disclosure	Licensure Contact Information by State
Nurse Aide II Certification Disclosure	Licensure Contact Information by State
Pharmacy Technician Certification Disclosure	Licensure Contact Information by State
Phlebotomy Technician Certification Disclosure	Licensure Contact Information by State

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Auto Safety

Jill Harding, Director - Pilot Center and Occupational Programs
hardingjm@surry.edu
630 South Main Street, Dobson, NC 27017
(336) 386-3331

Program Disclosure	Licensure / Certification Organization
Auto Safety Inspection Certification Disclosure	Licensure Contact Information by State
OBD Emission Inspection Certification Disclosure	Licensure Contact Information by State

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Automotive Technology

Ray Hoots, Director - Engineering Technologies
hootstr@surry.edu
630 South Main Street, Dobson, NC 27017
(336) 386-3267

Program Disclosure	Licensure / Certification Organization
Automotive Systems Technology Certificate Disclosure	Licensure Contact Information by State
HVAC - EPA Certification Disclosure	Licensure Contact Information by State
Welding Certificate Disclosure	Licensure Contact Information by State

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Basic Law Enforcement Training (BLET)

Jim McHone, Director - Center for Public Safety / Director - Basic Law Enforcement Training
mchonej@surry.edu
630 South Main Street, Dobson, NC 27017
(336) 386-3292

Program Disclosure	Licensure / Certification Organization
Basic Law Enforcement Training Certification Disclosure	Licensure Contact Information by State

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Construction and Safety

Sam Brim, Director - Business and Industry Services
brims@surry.edu
630 South Main Street, Dobson, NC 27017
(336) 386-3684

Program Disclosure	Licensure / Certification Organization
OSHA-10 Certification Disclosure	U.S. Department of Labor

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Cosmetology

Robin Minton, Director - Cosmetology
mintonr@surry.edu
630 South Main Street, Dobson, NC 27017
(336) 386-3570

Program Disclosure	Licensure / Certification Organization
Cosmetology Program Licensure Disclosure	Licensure Contact Information by State
Nail Technician Program Licensure Disclosure	Licensure Contact Information by State

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Emergency Medical Services

Dr. Douglas Underwood, Director - Yadkin Center / Director - Emergency Medical Programs
underwoodd@surry.edu
630 South Main Street, Dobson, NC 27017
(336) 386-3330

Program Disclosure	Licensure / Certification Organization
Advanced EMT Program Licensure Disclosure	Licensure Contact Information by State
Auto Dealer	Licensure Contact Information by State
EMR Program Licensure Disclosure	Licensure Contact Information by State
EMS Program Licensure Disclosure	Licensure Contact Information by State
EMT Program Licensure Disclosure	Licensure Contact Information by State
eNotary Program Licensure Disclosure	Licensure Contact Information by State
Notary Public Program Licensure Disclosure	Licensure Contact Information by State
Paramedic Program Licensure Disclosure	Licensure Contact Information by State

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Firefighter and Rescue

Ian Harrell, Director - Fire and Rescue Programs / ESTC
harrelli@surry.edu
630 South Main Street, Dobson, NC 27017
(336) 386-3403

Program Disclosure	Licensure / Certification Organization
Firefighter and Rescue Certification Disclosure	Licensure Contact Information by State

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Health Sciences

Dr. Yvonne Johnson, Associate Dean - Health Sciences
johnsony@surry.edu
630 South Main Street, Dobson, NC 27017
(336) 386-3368

Program Disclosure	Licensure / Certification Organization
Associate Degree Nursing Licensure Disclosure	Licensure Contact Information by State
LPN-ADN Licensure Disclosure	Licensure Contact Information by State
LPN-BSN RIBN Licensure Disclosure	Licensure Contact Information by State
Nurse Aide Licensure Disclosure	Licensure Contact Information by State
Physical Therapist Assistant Licensure Disclosure	Licensure Contact Information by State
Practical Nursing Licensure Disclosure	Licensure Contact Information by State

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