Oklahoma board approves full accreditation for Wes Watkins and Indian Capital Technology Centers

The CareerTech State Board meeting held on April 17, 2025, focused on the accreditation status of two technology centers in Oklahoma: Wes Watkins Technology Center and Indian Capital Technology Center.

During the meeting, the board reviewed the findings from a recent hybrid accreditation review at Wes Watkins Technology Center in Wetumpka. The review team, consisting of 22 examiners and staff, interviewed 24 stakeholders and found no areas of noncompliance. The board unanimously recommended granting full accreditation status to Wes Watkins, highlighting the center's strong partnerships with local organizations and its effective operations despite its small size and limited population.

Following this, the board discussed the accreditation review of Indian Capital Technology Center, which serves multiple campuses in Muskogee and surrounding areas. The review involved 33 examiners and interviews with 25 stakeholders. While one area of noncompliance was identified, the center had already implemented a corrective action plan, which satisfied the review team. The board also recommended granting full accreditation status to Indian Capital Technology Center.

The discussions underscored the importance of public-private partnerships in enhancing the effectiveness of technology centers in Oklahoma. The board expressed appreciation for the efforts of both centers and their commitment to providing quality education and training in their communities. The meeting concluded with motions to approve the accreditation statuses, which passed unanimously.