Mission
HCC strives to meet the diverse needs of our community by providing high-quality, accessible and affordable education and services for a rapidly changing and globally competitive marketplace.

Vision
HCC will continue to be a catalyst for educational, cultural, and economic progress in the Roanoke Valley by anticipating and responding to the needs of an evolving global community.

Values

Integrity: We live by a code of ethics which includes truth, humility, respect, and fair-mindedness to all people.

Service: We actively support the growth and development of a culture of service in our community by word, example and collaboration.

Continuing Learning: We value and promote the process of reaching our individual and community-related potential through a life-long pursuit of education, both formal and informal.

Collaboration: We promote the combined efforts of all stakeholders in accomplishing common goals of government, education, industry, and the public.

Accessibility: We provide opportunity and support to all who seek personal enrichment or a higher quality of life.

Innovation: We embrace new and creative approaches to continually improve the quality of our education and services.

Diversity: We believe an appreciation of differences adds to the richness of the learning environment and the personal development of all.

Accountability: We take responsibility for continuous quality improvement, serving the needs of our community, utilizing our fiscal and educational resources wisely, and providing quality education and services with strategic outcomes.