The mission of Northeast Alabama Community College is to provide accessible quality educational opportunities, promote economic growth, and enhance the quality of life for the people of Alabama.
Goals
To accomplish the mission, Northeast Alabama Community College has established the following goals or intended results:
- An “open door” admission policy which ensures nondiscriminatory educational opportunities for individuals regardless of race, color, disability, sex, religion, creed, national origin, or age.
- Available, accessible, and affordable courses that provide quality instruction in general education at the freshman and sophomore levels that lead to the attainment of specified learning outcomes, a certificate, associate degrees, and transfer to senior institutions.
- Available, accessible, and affordable courses that provide quality instruction in career and technical programs that lead to the attainment of specified learning outcomes, certificates, associate degrees, or institutional awards, and employment in the field of study.
- Developmental and adult basic education which assists individuals who need to improve their basic learning skills and supports individuals lacking college preparatory backgrounds.
- Student services which assist individuals to formulate and achieve career, educational and personal goals through academic advisement services and provide opportunities to participate in social and cultural activities.
- Recruitment and retention of qualified personnel who are afforded professional development opportunities and institutional support needed to provide quality postsecondary education.
- Services and training specifically designed and delivered to meet the needs of local business, industry, community organizations, and governmental agencies.
- Community services which support personal growth, cultural enrichment, and societal activities; provide access to college facilities for community activities; and promote community, social, and economic improvement.
- Procurement and administration of financial resources in an effective manner.
- Provision for and maintenance of a physical plant with instructional facilities and technology which provide a safe learning environment and are suitable for all the institution’s programs and services.