Accreditation and College Recognition
Fisher College has several notable accreditations.
Institutional Accreditation
Fisher College is accredited by the New England Commission of Higher Education (formally the Commission on Institutions of Higher Education of the New England Association of Schools and Colleges, Inc.).
Accreditation of an institution of higher education by the Commission indicates that it meets or exceeds criteria for the assessment of institutional quality periodically applied through a peer review process. An accredited college or university is one which has available the necessary resources to achieve its stated purpose through appropriate educational programs, is substantially doing so, and gives reasonable evidence that it will continue to do so in the foreseeable future. Institutional integrity is also addressed through accreditation.
Accreditation by the Commission is not partial but applies to the institution as a whole. As such, it is not a guarantee of every course or program offered, or the competence of individual graduates. Rather, it provides reasonable assurance about the quality of opportunities available to students who attend the institution.
Inquiries regarding the accreditation status by the Commission should be directed to the administrative staff of the institution. Individuals may also contact:
Burlington, MA
01803-4514
(781)425-7785
E-Mail: info@neche.org
Commission of Collegiate Nursing Education
The RN to BSN program at Fisher College is accredited by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (http://www.ccneaccreditation.org)
Commission on Accreditation for Health Informatics and Information Management Education
Fisher College is accredited by the Commission on Accreditation for Health Informatics and Information Management Education (CAHIIM) for the college's Health Information Technology and Health Information Management programs.
International Accreditation Council for Business Education
The School of Management and Communications at Fisher College has received specialized accreditation for its business programs through the International Accreditation Council for Business Education (IACBE), located at 11960 Quivira Road in Overland Park, Kansas, USA. View our List of Accredited Programs and Fisher College Public Disclosure Regarding Outcomes.
Mission of School of Management and Communication
The Fisher College Business and Management Degree programs and their concentrations within the School of Management and Communications are united in their commitment to fundamental business knowledge and application of skills in support of professional opportunities. The curriculum combines theory with practical application to ensure students acquire depth and breadth of subject matter and can apply what they have learned. All business degree programs must provide students with the access to academic and professional information that will prepare them for a career and continued professional growth within the business world and beyond.
Police Career Incentive Pay Program
Fisher College is approved for the Police Career Incentive Pay Program (PCIPP). Police officers can earn degrees in law enforcement and criminal justice. The PCIPP provides educational incentives for regular full-time officers in participating cities and towns through salary increases.