Accreditation
The Northwest Commission on Colleges and Universities accredits Blackfeet Community College. Accreditation of an institution of higher education by the Northwest Commission on Colleges and Universities indicates that it meets or exceeds the criteria for evaluating institutional quality through a peer-review process. B.F.C.C. is an accredited college or university with the necessary resources to achieve its stated purposes through appropriate educational programs. It substantially does so and gives reasonable evidence that it will continue to do so in the foreseeable future. NWCCU addresses institutional integrity through accreditation.
Accreditation by the Northwest Commission on Colleges and Universities is not partial but applies to the institution. As such, it does not guarantee every course or program offered or the competence of individual graduates. Rather, it provides reasonable assurance about the quality of opportunities available to the institution's students.
Inquiries regarding Blackfeet Community College's accreditation status are directed to:
- Accreditation Liaison Officer (A.L.O.)
- Blackfeet Community College
- P.O. Box 819, Browning, MT, 59417
- (406) 338-5441
- Northwest Commission on Colleges and Universities
- 8060 165th Avenue N.E., Suite 100
- Redmond, WA 98052 (425) 558-4224 www.nwccu.org
Accreditation by the Northwest Commission on Colleges and Universities refers to the institution. Therefore, statements like "fully accredited," "this program is accredited by the Northwest Commission on Colleges and Universities," or "this degree is accredited by the Northwest Commission on Colleges and Universities" are incorrect and should not be used.
Distance Education Authorization
The Northwest Commission on Colleges and Universities authorized Blackfeet Community College for distance education on January 6, 2021.
The authorization for distance education was embedded in the simultaneous approval of the nursing program to offer online courses. Therefore, Blackfeet Community College's Associate of Science in Nursing was approved to provide online education starting January 6, 2021. The College's approval for distance education indicates that the Nursing program is approved to provide "50% or more" of its courses via online education.
See page/ section for more information on distance learning
Blackfeet Community College Online & Hybrid Online Courses Costs/Online (Distance Learning)
Reserved Rights
Blackfeet Community College (B.F.C.C.) makes every reasonable effort to ensure the accuracy of the information within this Course Catalog; however, B.F.C.C. reserves its right to clarify any inaccuracies and change any of the rules and regulations of the institution at any time, including but not limited to those relating to admission, instruction, and graduation. Similarly, the right is reserved to withdraw specific curricula and courses, amend course content, amend the academic calendar, and impose or increase fees. All such changes are effective upon approval by the Curriculum Committee and presented by the Provost Vice President of Academic Affairs to the B.F.C.C. Board of Trustees for approval of said changes. After such time, the said changes will apply to prospective students and may also apply to those already enrolled at B.F.C.C.
Non-Discrimination Policy
Blackfeet Community College (B.F.C.C.) is committed to an environment free from discrimination and to providing employment and educational opportunities open to everyone. Discrimination is prohibited based upon race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), national origin, disability, age (40 or older), or genetic/medical information. This policy includes retaliation from complaints or assistance with discrimination proceedings, investigation, or lawsuit.
As a recipient of federal funds, B.F.C.C. must adhere to the federal laws that ban education and employment discrimination which include, but are not limited to The Age Discrimination in Employment Act of 1967, The Pregnancy Discrimination Act, Title VI and VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, the Equal Educational Opportunities Act of 1974, Title I, II, V of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act, Sections 501 and 505 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, The Equal Pay Act of 1963, and The Genetic Information Nondiscrimination Act of 2008. If you believe you have been the target of discrimination, please get in touch with the B.F.C.C. Human Resources Department.
