Institutional and program assessments are conducted periodically by qualified examiners and members of the College’s accrediting body and/or by accrediting teams. The purpose of these assessments is to examine and evaluate compliance of the College’s programs, staff, and faculty with accrediting standards and state and federal regulations.
Licensure indicates only that minimum standards have been met; it is not an endorsement or guarantee of quality. Licensure is not equivalent to or synonymous with an accreditation by an accrediting agency recognized by the U. S. Department of Education.
- Fortis College has institutional accreditation from the Accrediting Commission of Career Schools and Colleges (ACCSC), 2101 Wilson Boulevard, Suite 302, Arlington VA 22201.
- Fortis College has approval from the State Board of Career Colleges and Schools, 30 East Broad Street, Suite 2481, Columbus, OH 43215.
- Fortis College is approved for the training of Veterans and eligible persons under the provisions of Title 38, United States Code.
- Fortis College is authorized by the Ohio Higher Education Department of Higher Education for the following programs: Associate of Applied Science in Nursing.
- The Fortis College Practical Nursing program and the Associate Degree Nursing program has full approval by the Ohio Board of Nursing. The Ohio Board of Nursing is located at 8995 East Main Street, Reynoldsburg, OH 43068; Phone: 614-466-3947; Fax: 614-466-0388; http://www.nursing.ohio.gov.
College accreditation, approvals, and membership certificates are displayed in the lobby. Students may receive a copy of the College’s accreditation, licensure, or other approvals by submitting a written request to the Campus President. Any questions regarding accreditation, licensure, or approvals should be directed to the Campus President. Students may also contact the agencies listed above for information regarding the college’s accreditation, licensure, and approvals.