USCI Congratulates Director of Curriculum and Compliance Janet Perry Quintana on Her Appointment to the Distance Education Accrediting Commission
Fort Collins, CO — February 2026 – U.S. Career Institute congratulates Janet Perry Quintana, Vice President of Academics and Compliance, on her appointment to the Distance Education Accrediting Commission (DEAC). This appointment reflects Janet’s long record of leadership in distance learning and her commitment to helping adult learners access high quality, career focused education. Her term on the Commission begins immediately and continues through March 31, 2028.
At U.S. Career Institute, Quintana has been instrumental in strengthening program quality, modernizing compliance structures, supporting regulatory alignment, and guiding curriculum strategy for a diverse population of adult learners. Her appointment to the national level will expand opportunities for thought leadership, sector collaboration, and educational innovation that directly support U.S. Career Institute’s mission and vision for the future of career-focused distance learning.
Quintana brings more than three decades of experience in distance education, including service as an evaluator and member of the DEAC Standards Committee. Her work has focused on outcomes assessment, academic integrity, institutional improvement, and building programs that support both student confidence and workforce relevance.
This milestone not only is a significant honor for Quintana, but it also reinforces the values that guide U.S. Career Institute. Her commitment to quality, accessible, career-driven learning reflects the principles that shape U.S. Career Institute’s approach to serving adult learners and contributing to the broader distance education community.
For interviews with Janet Perry Quintana or commentary on topics such as curriculum innovation, compliance strategy, accreditation readiness, or best practices in adult learning, members of the media are invited to contact U.S. Career Institute’s PR Specialist at alexandriab@uscareerinsitute.edu.
About U.S. Career Institute
Offering high quality, affordable and career-focused distance education, U.S. Career Institute has helped thousands enrich their lives and reach their career goals for more than 40 years. In addition to Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Elementary and Secondary School (MSA-CESS) accreditation for its high school program, all of U.S. Career Institute’s program levels are accredited by the Distance Education Accrediting Commission. The Distance Education Accrediting Commission is listed by the U.S. Department of Education as a recognized accrediting agency. Because of this, U.S. Career Institute's curriculum, faculty, administrative procedures, and policies are frequently reviewed to ensure that U.S. Career Institute continues to meet high standards of quality and service. For more information on U.S. Career Institute, please visit www.uscareerinstitute.edu.