Columbus Technical College is proud to announce that it has earned Cognia^® Accreditation. Cognia is a nonprofit organization that provides quality assurance for schools, school districts, and education service providers.

Cognia, formerly AdvancED, nationally recognizes schools that meet rigorous standards focused on productive learning environments, equitable resource allocation that meets the needs of learners, and effective leadership. Earning accreditation from the Cognia Global Accreditation Commission means that the school is accredited, and that Columbus Tech is recognized across the nation as a school that meets Cognia Performance Standards and maintains a commitment to continuous improvement.

This prestigious accreditation grants Columbus Technical College the authority to issue high school diplomas through its innovative Career Plus program, which is designed to provide students with a pathway to academic achievement and career readiness. The Cognia accreditation reflects Columbus Tech’s commitment to delivering high quality education and its dedication to student success.  Through the Career Plus program, students have the unique opportunity to earn their high school diploma while gaining valuable technical skills that prepare them for immediate entry into the workforce or further educational pursuits.

“We are thrilled to receive Cognia accreditation, as it underscores our mission to transform lives through education,” shared Martha Ann Todd, College President.  “It demonstrates to our community our commitment to excellence, our openness to external review and feedback, and our desire to be the best we can be on behalf of the students we serve.”

To earn Cognia accreditation, an educational institution also must implement a continuous process of improvement and submit to internal and external review.  Schools in good standing can maintain their accreditation for a six-year term.

Dr. Mark A. Elgart, president and CEO of Cognia, stated, “Cognia Accreditation is a rigorous process that focuses the entire school and its community on the primary goal of preparing lifelong learners in engaging environments where all students can flourish.  Columbus Technical College is to be commended for demonstrating that it has met high standards, is making progress on key indicators that impact student learning.”

Cognia is the parent organization of the North Central Association Commission on Accreditation and School Improvement (NCA CASI), Northwest Accreditation Commission (NWAC) and the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Council on Accreditation and School Improvement (SACS CASI). Parents and interested community members can learn more about the Cognia Accreditation at cognia.org