State Authorization and Complaint Resolution for Distance Education Students
State Authorization Overview
Forsyth Tech is an approved participant in the National Council for State Authorization Reciprocity Agreements (NC-SARA). This agreement allows Forsyth Tech to offer distance education programs to students residing in other NC-SARA member states without having to seek individual authorization from each state.
However, if a student resides in a state or territory not participating in NC-SARA, they may not be eligible to enroll in Forsyth Tech’s distance education programs. In such cases, Forsyth Tech will promptly notify students upon admission to the college and selection of applicable program.
Forsyth Tech Complaint and Grievance Resolution Process
In compliance with state regulations, Forsyth Technical Community College is required to provide current and prospective students with clear guidance on how to file complaints and grievances. Complaints and grievances of any nature can be reported through the College’s Report It Page.
Additional Resources:
• Academic complaint and grievance procedures can be found in the Student Handbook, under the Student Code of Conduct.
• Accessibility Resources Grievance Policy – Student Guide to Accessibility Resources
• Title IX: Know Your Rights
North Carolina Post-secondary Education Complaints (NCP-SEC )
If a complaint cannot be resolved through the institution’s complaint process, students may file a complaint with the North Carolina Post-Secondary Education Complaints unit. Please review their Post-secondary Education Complaint Policy and complete the NCP-SEC Student Complaint Form. Submit the form to:
North Carolina Post-Secondary Education Complaints
c/o Student Complaints
University of North Carolina System Office
223 S. West Street, Suite 1800; Raleigh NC 27603
Phone: 919.962.4550
North Carolina Post-Secondary Education ComplaintsSACSCOC Student Complaint Process
If for some reason the complaint is not satisfactorily resolved, the next step would be to file a complaint with Forsyth Tech’s accrediting agency. Forsyth Tech is regionally accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC). The commission has authorized Forsyth Tech to offer certificates, diplomas, and associate’s degrees. Students who file a complaint with the accrediting agency should follow the SACSCOC Complaint Procedure. The contact information for SACS is:
1866 Southern Lane
Decatur, Georgia 30033-4097
Phone: 404.679.4500
SACSCOCStudent Complaint – Contacts by State of Residence
In compliance with these regulations, an institution offering distance education must provide enrolled and prospective students with contact information for filing complaints with its accrediting agency and with the appropriate state agency for handling complaints in the student’s state.
While Forsyth Tech strives to provide the highest quality education opportunities available, conflicts may arise. It is our aim to resolve any grievances, complaints, and concerns in an expeditious, fair, and amicable manner. If an issue cannot be solved by Forsyth Tech’s internal processes, you may choose to file a complaint with your state of residence.
Need to Report an Issue? Find Your State’s Complaint ContactsSARA-NC Complaint Process
Students may also file a complaint through SARA-NC. SARA-NC is the portal for North Carolina. Students should follow the SARA-NC Complaint Process and use the SARA-NC Complaint Form (PDF).
SARA-NC Contact Information:
SARA North Carolina
North Carolina State Education Assistance Authority
P.O. Box 41349
Raleigh, NC 27629
Phone: (855) SARA-1-NC (855.727.2162)
Phone: 919.549.8614, ext. 4667
Email Address: information@saranc.org
Terrence R. Scarborough, Director of SARA North Carolina
SARA-NCProfessional Licensure Statement
Certain programs at Forsyth Technical Community College are designed to prepare students to sit for licensure and/or certification examinations required for employment in specific professions in the state of North Carolina. While Forsyth Tech is approved to participate in NC-SARA (National Council for State Authorization Reciprocity Agreements), NC-SARA approval does not extend to state professional licensing board approvals for courses or programs that lead to professional licensure.
If you reside outside of North Carolina and are enrolled in a program leading to professional licensure, you should contact the program-specific representative listed in the licensure disclosure section for further guidance. Program contacts can also be reached by mail at:
Forsyth Technical Community College
2100 Silas Creek Parkway
Winston-Salem, NC 27103
Health Science Programs
Health Sciences Programs
National Council of State Boards of Nursing
Johnetta Tate
2100 Silas Creek Parkway
Winston-Salem, NC 27103
336.757.3332
jtate@forsythtech.edu
Society of Diagnostic Medical Sonography
David Wood
2100 Silas Creek Parkway
Winston-Salem, NC 27103
336-757-3313
dwood@forsythtech.edu
Certification Board of Cardiovascular Computed Tomography(CBCCT)
Nancy Andrews Hall
2100 Silas Creek Parkway
Winston-Salem, NC 27103
336-734-7433
nandrews-hall@forsythtech.edu
Dental Assisting National Board
Ann Crites
2100 Silas Creek Parkway
Winston-Salem, NC 27103
336-734-7447
acrites@forsythtech.edu
Joint Commission on National Dental Examinations
Ann Crites
2100 Silas Creek Parkway
Winston-Salem, NC 27103
336-734-7447
acrites@forsythtech.edu
Cardiovascular Credentialing International
Marti Feathers-Magee
2100 Silas Creek Parkway
Winston-Salem, NC 27103
336-734-7189
mfeathers-magee@forsythtech.edu
American Registry of Radiologic Technologists
Vera Kimbrell
2100 Silas Creek Parkway
Winston-Salem, NC 27103
336-734-7286
vkimbrell@forsythtech.edu
American Association of Medical Assistants
Shannon Thomas
2100 Silas Creek Parkway
Winston-Salem, NC 27103
336-734-7362
sthomas@forsythtech.edu
Society of Diagnostic Medical Sonography
Hillary Fernandez
2100 Silas Creek Parkway
Winston-Salem, NC 27103
336-757-3306
hfernandez@forsythtech.edu
American Board of Nuclear Medicine
Jawahar Jesrani
2100 Silas Creek Parkway
Winston-Salem, NC 27103
336-734-7604
jjesrani@forsythtech.edu
National Association of Boards of Pharmacy
Rachel Hawkins
2100 Silas Creek Parkway
Winston-Salem, NC 27103
336-757-3356
rhawkins@forsythtech.edu
National Council of State Boards of Nursing
Nursing Professional Licensure Boards by State
Shawn Davenport
2100 Silas Creek Parkway
Winston-Salem, NC 27103
336.734.7439
sdavenport@forsythtech.edu
American Board of Radiology
Matthew Perrell
336-757-3350
mperrell@forsythtech.edu
National Board of Respiratory Care
Daniel Williams
2100 Silas Creek Parkway
Winston-Salem, NC 27103
336-757-3218
dwilliams@forsythtech.edu
American Board of Radiology
Nancy Andrews-Hall
2100 Silas Creek Parkway
Winston-Salem, NC 27103
336-734-7433
nandrews-hall@forsythtech.edu
National Certification Board for Therapeutic Massage and Bodywork
Larry Ball
2100 Silas Creek Parkway
Winston-Salem, NC 27103
336-734-7916
lball@forsythtech.edu
Public Safety Technologies
Public Safety Technologies
National Registry of Emergency Medical Technicians
Chuck Kiger
2100 Silas Creek Parkway
Winston-Salem, NC 27103
336-757-3672
ckiger@forsythtech.edu