Â鶹AV is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges to award associate and baccalaureate degrees.

Â鶹AV also may offer credentials such as certificates and diplomas at approved degree levels. Questions about the accreditation of Â鶹AV may be directed in writing to the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges at 1866 Southern Lane, Decatur, GA 30033-4097, by calling 404-679-4500 or by using information available on SACSCOC’s website ().

LSSC Accreditation Liaison
Dr. Amy Albee
Dean of Accreditation and Articulation
Email: AlbeeLeA@lssc.edu
Phone: (352) 365-3522

Why Accreditation Matters

SACS-COC accreditation means an institution is dedicated to providing quality higher education and ongoing improvement through planning, assessment, and quality enhancement.

  • Credits from accredited institutions are transferable to and from other accredited institutions, ensuring students receive a credible, top-quality education.
  • Only accredited institutions are permitted to award federal financial aid to students.
  • By law, an A.A. degree from LSSC grants you admission as a junior to one of the state’s public universities.

In addition, the following programs are accredited or approved by state or national organizations. The last accreditation year indicates the most recent accreditation or approval decision following the completion of a self-study.

Bachelor’s Degree Programs

ProgramsLast AccreditationNext AccreditationAccrediting Agency/Final Approval
Education2024

Final Approval
Nursing2020

Final Approval
+The Florida Dept. of Education grants approval to individual programs within the College of Education, which currently consists of one active B.S. programs.

Associate in Science Programs

ProgramsLast AccreditationNext AccreditationAccrediting Agency/Final Approval
Nursing2023

Final Approval
Respiratory Care2024

Final Approval is pending at this time. (Â鶹AV is currently in the process of seeking  accreditation for a respiratory care program. However, Â鶹AV can provide no assurance that accreditation will be granted by the CoARC.)
Medical Laboratory TechnologyExpected Fall 2024    Final Approval is pending at this time.