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Metropolitan Community College is committed to providing full disclosure of all consumer information as required by state and federal laws and regulations. We want the consumers of our programs and services to make fully informed choices regarding the institution they have chosen to attend. The items below include descriptions of services and procedures and sources or links to other information.

Any information found here will be made available in paper form upon written request by emailing Julie Langholdt at jlangholdt@mccneb.edu or by sending a letter to Julie Langholdt, Dean of Compliance and Financial Aid, Metropolitan Community College, PO Box 3777, Omaha, NE 69103.

Academic Program Information

Metropolitan Community College (MCC) offers a variety of academic programs, including associate degree, diploma, or certificate-level credentials. The College Catalog provides detailed information about the available academic programs and courses. You can also find program information under Programs of Study on the MCC website.

MCC faculty information is available on individual academic Programs of Study pages, the College Catalog, and the Employee Directory.

Textbook Prices and Course Materials: Costs vary by program, course load, and classes selected. You may be able to reduce your costs by buying used books, renting books, or purchasing digital books.

MCC Locations: Classes are offered through a variety of delivery methods and times, and at convenient locations throughout our service area of Dodge, Douglas, Sarpy, and Washington counties.

Before You Enroll

If you are considering a program that may lead to licensure or certification, you should:

  • Review the applicable licensure disclosures.
  • Confirm your state of residence or the state in which you intend to seek licensure.
  • Review information from the relevant state licensing board.
  • Contact the academic program with questions.

Certification Procedures - Questions and Answers | U.S. Department of Education

Professional Licensure Information

Licensure is individual. Only licensure boards or agencies can determine whether a program has met requirements. These boards and agencies make that determination after someone graduates or completes the program and applies for a license. After all reasonable efforts, we have provided our best assessment of how our program matches the educational requirements for licensure. Metropolitan Community College cannot guarantee the ability to earn a professional license in any field in any state or territory.

Additional Requirements: Completing a program is typically one part of the professional licensure requirements. Most states require the individual meet additional requirements in order to qualify for licensure, including but not limited to additional coursework and training, supervised clinical experiences, and successful passage of state or national exams. Other licensure requirements include, but are not limited to, fees, background checks, years of work experience, references, fingerprinting, U.S. citizenship, and/or authority to work, minimum age, or having a non-governmental organization-issued certification first.

Potential Changes in Requirements: Licensure information is reviewed and updated annually. Licensure requirements are subject to change at any time. While a program may meet the educational requirements for licensure at the time you enroll, changes in requirements could impact the program’s ability to meet new educational requirements. Student should periodically check with the state licensure board or agency in the state(s) they intend to work in to confirm licensure requirements.

Professional Licensure Attestation Statement is a document or declaration signed by a student affirming their understanding of an academic program's licensure eligibility. Under U.S. Department of Education regulations, higher education institutions must obtain this statement if a student enrolls in a program that does not meet the educational requirements for professional licensure in the state where the student is located.

Through this attestation, the student confirms that they:

  • Are aware the program does not fulfill educational licensing requirements in their current state of residence.
  • Intend to relocate to, or seek employment and licensure in, a state where the curriculum does satisfy the licensing board’s requirements.
  • Understand it remains their personal responsibility to research and meet all other prerequisites (e.g., exams, background checks, practical hours) required for licensure in that state.

Accreditation

MCC is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission (HLC). Many MCC academic programs have sought and been awarded accreditation specific to their degree offerings: Metropolitan Community College Accreditation.

Students, faculty, and other stakeholders may file a complaint with the Higher Learning Commission (HLC) regarding concerns about MCC's compliance with accreditation standards.

The Coordinating Commission for Postsecondary Education is responsible for responding to formal complaints against public, independent non-profit, and most proprietary institutions of higher education that offer degrees in Nebraska.

Cash Management Contracts

Under the Federal Title IV cash management regulations, institutions are required to publicly disclose any contract that governs a Tier One or Tier Two Arrangement as well as information about the costs incurred by students who elect to use a financial account offered under one of those arrangements.

The Regulations included, among others, provisions related to how disbursement options and financial products can be marketed to students, the delivery of debit cards to students, the sharing of student information under certain arrangements, prohibitions on the incurrence of certain types of account fees to student account-holders and requirements related to ATM access for student account-holders.

MCC delivers your refund with BankMobile Disbursements, a technology solution, powered by BMTX, Inc.

View our third-party servicer contract for refund management.

MCC Professional Licensure and Location Policy

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Metropolitan Community College Licensure Disclosures

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Civic Engagement

Constitution Day and Citizenship Day Disclosures

All institutions receiving federal funding are required to provide educational programming pertaining to the United States Constitution on Sept. 17 of each year. All students are notified of campus activities celebrating Constitution Day.

Voter Registration Information

A college student should register to vote in the county and state of their permanent residence.

Licensing Resources

National Organizations

Organization Descriptions
NC-SARA Professional Licensure Directory NC-Sara maintains a directory of various licensing and regulatory boards. Contact information for these entities is available by program.
CareerOne Stop - License Finder Sponsored by the U.S. Department of Labor, Employment, and Training Administration, provides a survey tool for locating regulatory bodies associated with licensed professions in each state.
CLEAR - Association of Regulatory Boards The Council on Licensure, Enforcement, and Regulation (CLEAR) maintains a listing of various licensing and regulatory boards in North America.

National Licensing Associations

Information about various licensures for all states can be located through the following sites:

Industry Association
Accounting National Association of State Boards of Accounting - State Boards
Education U.S. Department of Education - State Contacts
Engineering and Surveying National Council of Examiners for Engineering and Surveying (NCEES) - Boards
Nursing

National Council of State Boards of Nursing (NCSBN)
Board of Nursing Professional Licensure Requirements by State Nurse Licensure Compact (NLC)
State Members

MCC Professional Licensure and Location Policy

College Navigator

College Navigator provides information about schools, including costs, financial aid, enrollment, and other information. MCC’s information can be found on the U.S. Department of Education’s College Navigator – National Center for Education Statistics site.

Copyright And Technology Use Information

MCC is committed to upholding copyright laws, including peer-to-peer file sharing, and ensuring the responsible use of technology by all students, faculty, and staff. Users of the college's technology resources, including internet access, software, and digital materials, must comply with all applicable copyright laws, licensing agreements, and institutional policies.

Acceptable Use of Information Technology and Resources

Family Education Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA)

FERPA is a federal law that protects the privacy of students' educational records. More information about your rights and MCC policies can be found at:

FERPA Guidelines & FAQs

Privacy Statement

Financial Assistance Available to Students

MCC offers various financial aid programs to assist students.

For assistance with financial aid questions, please call 531-622-2330 or email FinancialAid@mccneb.edu.

Health and Safety

MCC College Police provide information about campus safety and security to keep everyone informed.

  • MCC Police Annual Security Report
    • The Annual Security Report (ASR) provides information on campus safety policies, crime statistics, and security procedures to ensure compliance with the Clery Act and promote a safe environment.
  • Crime Log Report
    • The campus crime log is a publicly accessible record of reported criminal incidents on or near MCC campuses, providing details such as the nature, date, time, and location of each crime.
  • DRUG-FREE Schools and Community Act
    • The Drug Free Schools and Communities Act Amendments of 1989 requires institutions who participate in federal student aid programs to provide information to its students, faculty and employees to prevent drug and alcohol abuse. Possible repercussions of violating state and institutional drug and alcohol policies are listed in Student Code of Conduct.
  • Emergency Procedures Handbook
    • The emergency procedures handbook is intended for use by faculty and staff at Metropolitan Community College. It is designed specifically to address possible emergency conditions at all College locations.
  • Title IX
    • Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972 prohibits sex discrimination in educational programs and activities. For Information, visit MCC’s Title IX webpage.

Nondiscrimination and Equal Opportunity Statement

Professional Licensure

Unless stated below, programs only meet professional licensure requirements for Nebraska or specific municipalities within Nebraska.

Program: Business Administration - Accounting (ACAAS)

  • State Licensure/Certificate: Yes
  • Licensing Entity: Nebraska Board of Public Accountancy

Program: Business Administration - Financial Planning (FPPCA)

  • State Licensure/Certificate: Yes
  • Licensing Entity: Nebraska Department of Banking and Finance

Program: Business Administration - Real Estate (RESCC)

  • State Licensure/Certificate: Yes
  • Licensing Entity: Nebraska Real Estate Commission

Program: Chemical Dependency Counseling (AA Degree) (CDAA1)

  • State Licensure/Certificate: Yes
  • Licensing Entity: Nebraska Department of Health & Human Services

Program: Early Childhood Education (ECAS1)

  • State Licensure/Certificate: Yes
  • Licensing Entity: Nebraska Department of Health & Human Services

Program: Medical Assisting (MDACE) & (PHSMA)

  • State Licensure/Certificate: Yes
  • Licensing Entity: Nebraska Department of Health & Human Services

Program: Nursing (ASNAS)

  • State Licensure/Certificate: Yes
  • Licensing Entity: Nebraska Department of Health & Human Services

Program: Practical Nursing (LPNCE)

  • State Licensure/Certificate: Yes
  • Licensing Entity: Nebraska Department of Health & Human Services

Program: Medication Aide (HLTH 1300)

  • State Licensure/Certificate: Yes
  • Licensing Entity: Nebraska Department of Health & Human Services

Program: Certified Nursing Assistant (HLTH 1200)

  • State Licensure/Certificate: Yes
  • Licensing Entity: Nebraska Department of Health & Human Services

Program: Emergency Medical Technician (EMSP 1100)

  • State Licensure/Certificate: Yes
  • Licensing Entity: Nebraska Department of Health & Human Services

Program: Paramedicine (PHPMO & PMPMC)

  • State Licensure/Certificate: Yes
  • Licensing Entity: Nebraska Department of Health & Human Services

Program: Respiratory Therapy (RPTAS)

  • State Licensure/Certificate: Yes
  • Licensing Entity: Nebraska Department of Health & Human Services

Program: Architectural Design Technology (ARCTO)

  • State Licensure/Certificate: Yes
  • Licensing Entity: Nebraska Board of Engineers and Architects is the licensing entity. Students interested in becoming a licensed architect need additional education. Students seeking to work in the Architecture field as technicians can do so without a license.

Program: CDL - A Truck Driving (CDL)

  • State Licensure/Certificate: Yes
  • Licensing Entity: Nebraska Department of Motor Vehicles

Program: Civil Engineering Technology - Surveying (CESSD)

  • State Licensure/Certificate: Yes
  • Licensing Entity: Nebraska Board of Examiners for Land Surveyors is the licensing entity. Students interested in becoming a licensed land surveyors need additional education and experience. However, students can have successful careers in land surveying with this certificate but without a license.

Program: Construction and Building Science - Construction Technology (CBCTO)

  • State Licensure/Certificate: Yes
  • Licensing Entity: Nebraska Department of Labor is the licensing entity. Students seeking to work in the construction industry can do so without a license. However, to be a subcontractor or a general contractor a license is needed.

Program: Electrical Apprentice (AREAO)

  • State Licensure/Certificate: Yes
  • Licensing Entity: Nebraska Electrical Board

Program: Electrical Technology (ETAAS)

  • State Licensure/Certificate: Yes
  • Licensing Entity: Nebraska Electrical Board. This program prepares students to join the electrical field as technicians but not as licensed electricians.

Program: Heating, Air Conditioning, and Refrigeration (HVACR)

  • State Licensure/Certificate: No
  • Licensing Entity: City of Omaha. Nebraska does not have state licensure for HVAC. MCC HVAC program meets licensure requirements for Omaha and the educational licensure requirements for Iowa State licensure. A student also needs documented HVAC work experience for an Iowa license.

Program: Horticulture (HRTAS)

  • State Licensure/Certificate: Yes
  • Licensing Entity: Nebraska Department of Agriculture. "Persons who make structural or lawn care pesticide applications to the property of another for hire are also required to be licensed regardless of whether they use general or restricted-use pesticides."

Program: Manufacturing, Power & Process Operations Technology (MFPPT)

  • State Licensure/Certificate: Yes
  • Licensing Entity: City of Omaha - Third Grade Stationary Engineering Certificate. Nebraska does not have state licensure.

Program: Plumbing - PLAP (ARPAO)

  • State Licensure/Certificate: No
  • Licensing Entity: City of Omaha. Nebraska does not have state licensure for plumbers. PLAP does not meet requirements for Iowa State licensure.

Program: Powersports & Outdoor Power Technology (PSPTA)*

  • State Licensure/Certificate: Yes
  • Licensing Entity: No certification is needed.

*Program does not lead to actual licensure or certification, but is advertised as such in either the program description, social media, or other advertisements.

Program: Utility Line Technician (UTAAS)

  • State Licensure/Certificate: Yes
  • Licensing Entity: Nebraska State Electrical Board is the licensing entity. This program prepares students to enter an apprenticeship program. The apprenticeship program leads to state licensure.

Program: Language Interpretation (LGICE)

  • State Licensure/Certificate: Yes
  • Licensing Entity: Nebraska Commission for the Deaf and Hard of Hearing

Refund Policy

State Authorization Reciprocity Agreements in Nebraska

For questions regarding State Authorization Reciprocity Agreements in Nebraska, contact:

Kathleen L. Fimple, Ph.D.
Academic Programs Officer
Nebraska's Coordinating Commission for Postsecondary Education
P.O. Box 95005
Lincoln, NE 68509-5005
402-471-0030
Kathleen.Fimple@nebraska.gov

Student Code of Conduct

The Student Code of Conduct is a set of guidelines and expectations designed to create a safe, respectful, and supportive learning environment for all students. It outlines unacceptable academic and non-academic behaviors, disciplinary procedures, and students' rights and responsibilities.

Student Outcomes

In accordance with the Student Right-to-Know Act, MCC provides information on Retention Rates, Graduation Rates, and Transfer-Out Rates.

Additional student enrollment and demographic information can be found on MCC’s Institutional Research and Effectiveness webpage.

Student Complaint Processes

For assistance handling unresolved concerns (such as academic grades, student aid, discipline and so forth), redress of grievances, and assistance with navigating College policies and procedures, visit the College Ombudsperson page.

Students With Disabilities

Transfer of Credit and Articulation Agreements

MCC has developed program and course transfer agreements with many colleges and universities to benefit our students.

MCC Transfer Center
Transferring Credits to MCC
Transfer Partners and Pathways
Incoming Transfer Student

Vaccination Policies

Metropolitan Community College does not require vaccinations for general admission. However, vaccinations may be required for admission to a specific class or program. Students should contact their program for specific vaccination requirements. MCC suggests that students consult with their healthcare provider regarding recommended vaccinations when deciding whether they want to be vaccinated.

MCC suggests that students consult with their healthcare provider regarding recommended vaccinations when deciding whether they want to be vaccinated.

Health Professions programs have varied vaccination policies. Please visit the program page for each area of study for specific requirements.