Preface
The Wayne County Community College District (WCCCD) is a multi-campus community college that provides educational resources to the residents of Wayne County and to those of many other communities. The District has five campuses and the Mary Ellen Stempfle University Center. Each campus is located near a major freeway. WCCCD serves 32 cities and townships. The District offers more than 120 programs leading to either an associate degree or certificate in various disciplines.
From its beginning in 1967, WCCCD has viewed education as one of the most important factors for achieving success in today’s dynamic and technologically-driven work environment.
The District provides a step-by-step approach to a career path by providing students with the ability to reach their career potential through an “open door” policy and affordable tuition. Because WCCCD is committed to “Make Education First,” every student has the chance to fulfill his or her educational goals.
This catalog is for informational use only and does not constitute a contract. Wayne County Community College District reserves the right to add or delete, without notice, any course offering or information contained in this catalog.
Note: The District reserves the right to assign instructional staff other than those listed in the “Academic Schedule of Classes” and to eliminate, cancel, phase out or reduce courses and programs for financial, curricular or programmatic reasons.
Accreditation
The Wayne County Community College District (WCCCD) is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission (HLC), 230 South LaSalle Street, Suite 7-500, Chicago, Illinois 60604; 312-263-0456, 1-800-621-7440, (fax at) 312-263-7462. The Higher Learning Commission is one of six regional institutional accreditors in the United States. General questions and information may be located on the website www.hlcommission.org or by email to info@hlcommission.org. Information regarding WCCCD’s status of accreditation is made available on the WCCCD HLC website. Complaints can be directed by email to complaints@hlcommission.org. In addition, specific program accreditation or approval has been granted by the following agencies:
- Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing, Inc. (ACEN)
3390 Peachtree Road NE, Suite 1400
Atlanta, GA 30326
(404) 975-5000
www.acenursing.org
- Accreditation Review Council on Education in Surgical Technology and Surgical Assisting (ARC/STSA)
6 W. Dry Creek Circle, Suite #110
Littleton, CO 80120
(303) 694-9262 Fax: (303) 741-3655
www.arcstsa.org
- American Dental Association
211 East Chicago Ave.
Chicago, IL 20611-2678
(312) 440-2500
www.ada.org
- Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs (CAAHEP)
25400 U.S. Highway 19 North, Suite 158
Clearwater, FL 33763
(727) 210-2350 Fax: (727) 210-2354
www.caahep.org
- Commission on Dental Accreditation (CODA)
American Dental Association
211 E. Chicago Ave
Chicago, IL 60611-2678
(312) 440-2500 Fax: (800) 621-8099
www.ada.org/coda
- Committee on Accreditation of Education Programs for the Emergency Medical Services Professionals (CoAEMSP)
8301 Lakeview Parkway, Suite 111-312
Rowlett, TX 75088
(214) 703-8445 Fax: (214) 703-8992
www.coaemsp.org
- American Society of Health Systems Pharmacist
4500 East-West Highway, Suite 900
Bethesda, Maryland 20814
(866) 279-0681
www.ashp.org
- American Physical Therapy Association (APTA)
3030 Potomac Ave., Suite 100
Alexandria, VA 22305-30850
(800) 999-2782
www.apta.org
- Department of Licensing and Regulatory Affairs (Michigan LARA)
611 West Ottawa Street, 1st Floor
Lansing, MI 48933
(517) 355-0918
- Michigan Commission on Law Enforcement Standards (MCOLES)
P.O. Box 30633
Lansing, MI 48909
(517) 363-7864 Fax: (517) 636-4774
www.michigan.gov/mcoles
- Michigan Correctional Officer’s Training Council
7150 Harris Drive, 3rd Floor, B Wing
Lansing, MI 48913
Fax: (517) 334-6573
- Michigan Department of Health & Human Services (MDHHS)
Bureau of EMS, Trauma, & Preparedness (BETP)
Division of EMS and Trauma
P.O. Box 30207
Lansing, MI 48909-0207
https://www.michigan.gov/mdhhs/
- Michigan Department of Corrections
206 E. Michigan Ave.
Grandview Plaza
P.O. Box 30003
Lansing, MI 48909
(517) 335-1426
www.michigan.gov/corrections
- National Automotive Technicians Education Foundation (NATEF)
101 Blue Seal Drive, S.E., Suite 101
Leesburg, VA 20175
(703) 669-6650 Fax: (703) 669-6125
www.natef.org
- The WCCCD Nursing Program has full approval from: Department of Licensing and Regulatory Affairs Bureau of Health Care Services Michigan Board of Nursing Ottawa Building
611 West Ottawa Street
P.O. Box 30193
Lansing, MI 48909
(517) 335-0918 Fax: (517) 241-1431
www.michigan.gov/healthlicense
- The WCCCD Practical Nursing Program and Certified Nursing Assistant Course has full approval from: Department of Licensing and Regulatory Affairs Bureau of Health Care Services Michigan Board of Nursing Ottawa Building
611 West Ottawa Street
P.O. Box 30193
Lansing, MI 48909
(517) 335-0918 Fax: (517) 241-1431
www.michigan.gov/healthlicense
- State of Michigan Department of Community Health Board of Nursing
P.O. Box 30193
Lansing, MI 48909
(517) 335-0918
www.michigan.gov/lara
- State of Michigan Department of Consumer and Industry Services Division of Federal Support Services
P.O. Box 30193
Lansing, MI 48909
(517) 335-0918 Fax: (517) 373-2179
- Michigan Firefighter Training Council Bureau of Fire Services/OFFT
3101 Technology Suite H
Lansing, MI 48933
(517) 241-8847 Fax: (517) 322-4061
www.michigan.gov/lara
Mission Statement
WCCCD’s mission is to empower individuals, businesses, and communities to achieve their higher education and career advancement goals through excellent, accessible, culturally diverse, and globally competitive programs and services.
Values Statement
- Supporting Excellence In Teaching and Learning
- Honoring Diversity
- Serving The Common Good
- Being Accountable
- Operating With Integrity
Vision Statement
WCCCD will be known as a premier community college and innovator in the areas of high quality academic and career education, talent development in support of regional economic growth, diversity and inclusion, and technological advancement.
Functions Statement
- Career Education
- University Transfer and General Education
- Workforce Development and Continuing Education
- Developmental Education
- Student Support Services
- Community Engagement
General Education
WCCCD students take general education courses in disciplines such as English, humanities, social sciences, natural sciences, and mathematics as a part of their requirements for an associate degree. Because students in career education, university transfer, and other credit-bearing programs share this common experience, these general education courses become the “bond” that gives the student body cohesion and the curriculum wholeness. For career education students, general education courses provide an opportunity to transcend the chosen career field and develop knowledge and skills needed such as critical thinking, problem-solving, communications, and teamwork.
The “philosophy of general education” statements presented below were adapted in principle by the faculty in 1997 and reaffirmed by the WCCCD Board of Trustees in 2009: At WCCCD, we believe that learning leads to a better life. Our general education courses equip students with the tools needed to build such a life, and to serve family, community, and society. Upon successful completion of an associate degree, students will be able to:
- Read, write, and speak effectively.
- Understand and appreciate the role of culture and the arts in both society and personal life.
- Know the principles and be able to apply the methods of science.
- Have mathematical and technological skills (especially computer skills) sufficient for personal and career use.
- Know the principles and methods of the social sciences, and understand the basic social, political, and economic issues of the contemporary world.
- Understand and appreciate both our common humanity and the diversity of cultures- historically, around the globe, and within contemporary America.
- Be able to identify, define, and think critically about the issues that arise in daily life, both personally and professionally.
- Have the skills needed to work ethically and effectively with others.
- Become a lifelong learner.
Wayne County Community College District’s 2022-2026 Strategic Goals
The 2022-2026 District Strategic Plan was developed through WCCCD’s “New Day, New Way,” lens. The focus of the plan is to implement “new ways” to deliver instructional programs and student support services with emphasis on promoting student success, enhancing diversity, equity, and inclusion, and increasing the District’s capacity to meet the changing needs of the community during these unprecedented times.
Goal #1: Expansion of Student Success Initiatives and Opportunities
WCCCD will increase student success through expansion of student-centered support services, initiatives, and partnerships.
Goal #2: Strengthen Curriculum Development and Effectiveness
WCCCD will develop curricular and co-curricular services that respond to dynamic student educational needs and regional economic development needs.
Goal #3: Promotion of Operational Systems
WCCCD will promote operational excellence within its systems, services, and programs by expanding continuous quality improvement processes.
Goal #4: Development and Management of Institutional Resources
WCCCD will increase its capacity to meet changing student, business, and regional educational needs through the advancement of sustainable human, financial, physical, and technological resources.
Goal #5: Advancement of Workforce Development, Community Partnerships, and Engagement
WCCCD will advance institutional community engagement and workforce development initiatives that position the District as a premier resource for community and workforce development.
A Brief History of Wayne County Community College District
WCCCD recently celebrated the 50th anniversary of its founding. WCCCD was established in 1967 through an act of the Michigan Legislature and a vote of the citizens of the college’s legal district. It is sometimes said that WCCCD arose from the ashes of the 1967 racial uprising in Detroit and, in fact, Governor George Romney did sign the legislation creating WCCCD shortly after the uprising. The first classes were offered in the fall of 1969. In the early years, WCCCD operated with limited resources and functioned as a “college without walls” in that it offered courses in a variety of high schools and other community locations. Over time, WCCCD’s five campuses and a number of specialty centers were developed and today provide beautiful and state-of-the-art settings for the students, businesses, and communities being served. In 1998, the term “District” was added to the college’s name to reflect the growing multicampus structure and the county-wide nature of services to 32 townships and communities and nearly two million Wayne County citizens. In 2001, the voters of the District approved a major property tax increase and WCCCD immediately began a period of transformation now referred to as the “Pathways to the Future” initiative. With the leadership of Chancellor Curtis L. Ivery, WCCCD has proceeded over the past 20 years through four phases of the transformation of its programs, services, facilities, technological resources, and systems. The Pathways to the Future initiative has provided the framework for the transformation of WCCCD’s facilities, career education and university transfer programs, continuing education and workforce development programs, student support services, and learning and information technologies. Today, WCCCD is known as one the nation’s leading urban/metropolitan community college districts.
The Student Body
The Wayne County Community College District practices an “open door” admission policy, and provides an educational experience to students who desire the opportunity. The District has a rich and diverse student population; approximately 70% are women and more than 50% are members of minority groups. While approximately 90% are Michigan residents, citizens from more than 30 countries are also enrolled in programs of study at the District. More than 80% of all WCCCD students attend part-time.
The student body is reflective of the diverse constituency served by the District. Nearly 70% of the student body receives financial aid or participates in work-study programs with approximately 42% being first in their family to attend college. Each semester, more than 300 veteran students also take advantage of the G.I. Bill.
Each year, the District graduates approximately 2,000 students. While a majority of students are enrolled in two-year transfer programs, the District has expanded career/technical course offerings to meet the demands of new and emerging technologies. Currently one-third of the College’s enrollment is in career education. Many will continue their education at four-year institutions, while others focus on degrees and professional certificates allowing entry into rewarding careers.
Alumni
Since its founding, graduates of the District have had a profound impact on the professional, political and economic development in Wayne County, the State of Michigan, the nation and world.
Our alumni hold positions as teachers, dentists, doctors, lawyers, entrepreneurs, journalists, nurses, corporate business professionals, law enforcement officers, administrators, elected officials and a variety of other positions in professional and technical areas. The District has graduated more than 35,000 students who have, furthered their careers or enriched their lives through continuing education programs offerings.
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