HLC Self-Study
OTC Accreditation Self-Study - Journey 2-7-11 & Beyond
Ozarks Technical Community College is embarking upon a journey of self-discovery and improvement and we're taking all of you with us! In pursuit of continued accreditation by the Higher Learning Commission, OTC is preparing an extensive self-study document to present to them in 2011. Browse the menu at left to learn more about the HLC's criteria for accreditation and to discover your role in this exciting process!
OTC's Mission Statement
The mission of Ozarks Technical Community College is to promote student learning through accessible, high quality, affordable workforce training, and technical and general education that is responsive to the educational needs of the community and its diverse constituencies.
OTC's Vision Statement
Our Vision is to be the community's college by providing quality learning experiences that support community, workforce and personal development.
OTC's Core Values
| Quality | Opportunity |
| Accessibility | Learning |
| Diversity | Innovation |
| Community | Respect |
| Integrity | Personal Growth |
OTC's Strategic Initiatives
- Increase the number of full-time faculty and staff relative to the size of the student body.
- Improve the success and progression of developmental education students through attainment of their educational goals.
- Increase the College's physical and online capacity to enhance student learning and success.
- Strengthen the College's fiscal resources and sustainability through increased external funding.
- Upgrade and expand support services available to students regardless of instructional location or delivery method.