I. Definition

Substantive changes are significant modifications or expansions of the nature or scope of an accredited institution.

II. Purpose

To establish policy and procedures to ensure compliance with the “Substantive Change for SACSCOC Accredited Institutions Policy Statement” of the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC). In accordance with the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges policies, Central Piedmont Community College will notify Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges of proposed institutional and programmatic changes in a timely manner, will seek approval prior to the initiation of changes when appropriate, and will submit a substantive change prospectus, if necessary.

III. Policy

Central Piedmont Community College is committed to ensuring compliance with all Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges policies, including the substantive change policies and procedures. To that end, the Board of Trustees will consider and act upon all policies brought forth by the President that ensure that the College complies with Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges’ substantive change policy, and any specific substantive change recommendations brought forth that requires Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges approval.

Related Procedures

Substantive Changes Procedures

Changes

Changes approved by the Board of Trustees on May 6, 2020

Approved by the Board of Trustees on August 29, 2012