2025-2026 College Catalog

We elevate our diverse learners and strengthen our communities through inclusive and innovative education.

The provisions of this publication do not constitute a contract or offer to contract with any person. The right to change any provision or requirement without notice at any time within the student’s term of attendance is reserved to Western Iowa Tech Community College.

It is the policy of Western Iowa Tech Community College not to discriminate on the basis of race, creed, color, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, religion, age, disability, sexual orientation, socioeconomic status, actual or potential parent, family or marital status, or other characteristic protected by law in its programs, activities, or employment practices as required by state and federal civil rights regulation. If you have questions or complaints, please contact Dean of Human Resources (employees) 4647 Stone Avenue, Sioux City, IA 51106; 712-274-6400 ext. 1406; equity@witcc.edu or Dean of Opportunity and Engagement (students) 4647 Stone Avenue, Sioux City, IA 51106; 712-274-6400 ext. 2887; equity@witcc.edu or the Director of the Office for Civil Rights, U.S. Department of Education, Cesar E. Chavez Memorial Building, 1244 Speer Blvd, Ste 310, Denver, CO 80204-3582, phone number 303-844-5695, fax 303-844-4303, TDD 800-877-8339; email: OCR.Denver@ed/gov Inquiries about Title IX may be referred to the College’s Title IX Coordinator, the U.S. Department of Education’s Office for Civil Rights, or both. The College’s Title IX Coordinator is the same as the Dean of Human Resources, with the contact information set forth above. The College’s Nondiscrimination Statement and grievance procedures can be found prominently posted on the College’s website, and/or by request from the Title IX/Equity Coordinator. Please refer to these policies and procedures to report information that may constitute discrimination, including a report of sex discrimination under Title IX.

Accredited/Approved by:
The Higher Learning Commission, 230 S. LaSalle Street, Suite 7-500, Chicago, IL 60604; (800) 621-7440

Iowa Department of Public Health, Bureau of EMS, 321 East 12th Street, Lucas State Office Building, Des Moines, IA 50319-0075; (515) 281-3741

Commission on Dental Accreditation, 211 East Chicago Avenue, Chicago, IL 60611; (312) 440-2500

Commission on Accreditation in Physical Therapy Education (CAPTE), 1111 N. Fairfax St., Alexandria, VA 22314; (703) 706-3245

Iowa Board of Nursing, 6200 Park Avenue Suite 100, Des Moines, IA 50321; (515) 281-3255

National Council of State Boards of Nursing, 111 East Wacker Drive, Suite 2900, Chicago, IL 60601-4277; (312) 525-3600

Medical Assisting Education Review Board, 2020 N. California Ave., #213 Suite 7, Chicago, IL 60647 www.maerb.org 312-392-0155

Accreditation Review Council on Education in Surgical Technology and Surgical Assisting (ARCSTSA), 19751 East Mainstreet, Suite #339, Parker, CO 80138; (303) 694-9262; email: info@arcstsa.org 

Iowa Board of Educational Examiners, 400 East 14th St., Grimes State Office Building, Des Moines, IA 50319-0147; (515)-281-3245

Committee on Accreditation of Educational Programs for the Emergency Medical Services Professions, 8301 Lakeview Parkway, Ste. 111-312, Rowlett, TX 75088; (214) 703-8445; Fax (214) 703-8992; www.coaemsp.org 

Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs (CAAHEP); 9355-113th Street N, #7709, Seminole, FL 33763; (727) 210-2350, www.caahep.org

To contact CoAEMSP, 8301 Lakeview Parkway Suite 111-312, Rowlett, TX 75088, 214.703.8445, Fax 214.703.8992, www.coaemsp.org

The nursing education program is accredited by the Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing.
Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing (ACEN), 3390 Peachtree Road NE, Suite 1400, Atlanta, GA 30326; (404) 975-5000

Curricula approved by:
Iowa State Board of Education

Approved for:
Associate of Arts Degree
Associate of Science Degree
Associate of General Studies Degree
Associate of Applied Science Degree
One-year Diploma
Occupational Proficiency Certificate
Veterans’ Training

Member of:
Iowa Association of School Boards
Community Colleges for Iowa, Presidents