The Cégep régional de Lanaudière à Joliette is a public institution of higher education offering 23 programs, including Arts and Humanities, Information Technology, Administration, Agriculture, and Environmental Studies. The Cégep's education is recognized by the Commission d'évaluation de l'enseignement collégial (or CEEC; eng: the Evaluation Commission of College-level Education). The Cégep also offers a wide range of student services. Located in downtown Joliette, the Cégep is close to the Assomption River and various parks. The current director of the Joliette constituent college is Chantale Perreault, who has held this position since 2012.