College of the Canyons

Presented by: Linda Clark, Connie Perez , Carolyn Powell ,

& Deborah Rio

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Student’s Learning Outcomesafter today you will…

• Learn about COC services, resources and degree programs

• Make connections and network with fellow re-entry students

• Learn to apply new information in decision-making for educational planning

• Learn the steps to register effectively for your classes

• Collaborate in a group to defuse fears about returning to college Drio 08/01/11

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What does the Adult-Re-entry Program have to offer?

• Specialized Adult Re-Entry Counselors• Re-entry Center; X-9, M-TH 10am-5pm• Re-entry Mentor Program• Referrals/Resources• Scholarships• Success & Skills Workshops

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Counseling ServicesWhat can we do for you?

• Counseling Office is located in A-101• Individual appointments• Experienced Re-Entry Counselors• Informal evaluation of transcripts from

other institutions/colleges• Development of Student Educational

Plans

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Opportunities at COC Below is a list of the different programs you may choose to complete. The college encourages you to

meet with a counselor to discuss your academic/career goals and develop your student educational plan.

• Transfer Programs– 60 transferable lower units (100 & 200 level)– General education (IGETC or CSU GE) + major preparation and Electives– www.assist.org for UC/CSU major preparation requirements– Leads to admissions to a four-year college/university– Various major and GPA requirements for highly selective majors

• Associate Degree Programs– 60 units or more based on major– General Education + Major and Electives– 2.0 GPA and Good Standing Academically– Leads to employment and/or transfer– Is not required for transfer, but can be a supplement to your resume.– Review the Majors summary for choices in the AA/AS

• Certificate Programs– 7-36 units of field specific coursework– Job skills development– Leads to employment, AA degree and/or transfer

• Basic Skills Training– Pre-100 Level Courses - Strengthen reading/writing and critical thinking skills– Leads to employment, certificate, AA, and/or transfer– S4S and Reentry Skills Workshops

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Folder Review• Distance Learning Options• Transcript Request from other

universities• COC Resources• Financial Aid Guide• Survey

How to Register for Classes

• How to create an Account• How to access Web Advisor• How to search Online Class Schedule• When do you register?• How to register for a class• How to review your bill and pay fees

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Open Discussion

• Group Activity – “Fear in a Hat”• Discussion• Collect surveys• Contact Us – (661) 362-3469, or

reentry@canyons.edu