Counseling (COUN)
Grading Mode: Pass/No Pass
This course is designed to assist students in developing intelligent career decisions. Standardized assessments, discussions and assignments will enable the student to clarify values, interests, abilities and personality characteristics that fit with possible career options. Pass/No Pass.
Catalog Program Pages Referencing COUN G100
Grading Mode: Pass/No Pass
This course is designed to introduce students to a successful college and transfer experience. The course introduces college survival skills including college expectations, college resources, and academic policies. Definitions and requirements for vocational certificates, Associate of Arts degrees, baccalaureate and higher degrees are covered. An overview of higher education in California and transfer policies and processes will be covered. Students develop a Student Educational Plan (SEP) based on individual educational goals and discuss strategies for selecting a major. Pass/No Pass.
Catalog Program Pages Referencing COUN G103
Grading Mode: Standard Letter, Pass/No Pass
Formerly: Career and Life Planning: A Holistic Approach. This is an extensive career and life planning course within the broad perspective of psychological, sociological, and physiological theories. Emphasis will be placed on self-esteem/self-concept, values, needs and goals, motivation, skill development, and gender and cultural issues in the workplace and the global economy. The historical view of careers, current career trends, and employment outlook will be studied. Various methods of researching academic and career opportunities will be explored to assist students with completing a career action plan. Graded or Pass/No Pass option.
Catalog Program Pages Referencing COUN G104
- 2022-2023 CSU General Education Breadth
- 2022-2023 Local General Education
- College Success (COLL)
- Counseling (COUN)
- Liberal Arts: Emphasis in Human Behavior and Self Development, Associate in Arts Degree
- Liberal Arts: Emphasis in Human Behavior and Self Development, Associate in Arts Degree
- Social Work and Human Services, Associate in Arts Degree for Transfer
- Student Programs
Grading Mode: Standard Letter, Pass/No Pass
This is a course designed to integrate personal growth, critical and creative thinking, problem solving, and academic and career success. Topics include an orientation to higher education, academic integrity, learning strategies, study techniques and academic resources, mindset, life skills, and personal development. Course will also include individual ethnic identity development, and multiculturalism and its role in succeeding in a diverse society. No credit if taken after COLL G100. Graded or Pass/No Pass option.
Catalog Program Pages Referencing COUN G105
Grading Mode: Standard Letter
This course is designed to introduce student-athletes to a successful college and transfer experience. Athletic regulations including the National Collegiate Athletics Association (NCAA) and the National Association of Intercollegiate Athletics (NAIA) transfer requirements will be covered. The course introduces college success skills, including college expectations, resources, policies, student/athlete life balance, life after sports. Definitions and requirements for certificates and degrees, and higher education in California, including transfer process are covered. Students develop a Comprehensive Student Educational Plan (CSEP) based on personality and career assessments, individual educational goals, and discuss strategies for selecting a major. Graded.
Catalog Program Pages Referencing COUN G115
Grading Mode: Standard Letter, Pass/No Pass
This course is an extensive overview of strategies for academic and career success within the broad perspective of psychological, sociological, and physiological theories. Emphasis will be placed on person-environment fit, values, needs and goals, motivation, skill development for career readiness, and development of worldview related to the broader society. It introduces students to a successful college and transfer experience through an examination of the various program options and requirements. Students in this course will explore higher education and career options throughout the lifespan. This course is recommended for students in their first semester interested in majors in the Arts, Languages, and Humanities. Graded or Pass/No Pass option.
Catalog Program Pages Referencing COUN G150
Grading Mode: Standard Letter, Pass/No Pass
This course is an extensive overview of strategies for academic and career success within the broad perspective of psychological, sociological, and physiological theories. Emphasis will be placed on person-environment fit, values, needs and goals, motivation, skill development for career readiness, and development of worldview related to the broader society. It introduces students to a successful college and transfer experience through an examination of the various program options and requirements. Students in this course will explore higher education and career options throughout the lifespan. This course is recommended for students in their first semester interested in majors in the Business. Graded or Pass/No Pass option.
Catalog Program Pages Referencing COUN G151
Grading Mode: Standard Letter, Pass/No Pass
This course is an extensive overview of strategies for academic and career success within the broad perspective of psychological, sociological, and physiological theories. Emphasis will be placed on person-environment fit, values, needs and goals, motivation, skill development for career readiness, and development of worldview related to the broader society. It introduces students to a successful college and transfer experience through an examination of the various program options and requirements. Students in this course will explore higher education and career options throughout the lifespan. This course is recommended for students in their first semester interested in majors in the Health Sciences, Nursing, and Kinesiology. Graded or Pass/No Pass option.
Catalog Program Pages Referencing COUN G152
Grading Mode: Standard Letter, Pass/No Pass
This course is an extensive overview of strategies for academic and career success within the broad perspective of psychological, sociological, and physiological theories. Emphasis will be placed on person-environment fit, values, needs and goals, motivation, skill development for career readiness, and development of worldview related to the broader society. It introduces students to a successful college and transfer experience through an examination of the various program options and requirements. Students in this course will explore higher education and career options throughout the lifespan. This course is recommended for students in their first semester interested in majors in the Social and Behavioral Sciences. Graded or Pass/No Pass option.
Catalog Program Pages Referencing COUN G153
- 2022-2023 CSU General Education Breadth
- 2022-2023 Local General Education
- College Success (COLL)
- Counseling (COUN)
- Liberal Arts: Emphasis in Human Behavior and Self Development, Associate in Arts Degree
- Liberal Arts: Emphasis in Human Behavior and Self Development, Associate in Arts Degree
- Social Work and Human Services, Associate in Arts Degree for Transfer
Grading Mode: Standard Letter, Pass/No Pass
This course is an extensive overview of strategies for academic and career success within the broad perspective of psychological, sociological, and physiological theories. Emphasis will be placed on person-environment fit, values, needs and goals, motivation, skill development for career readiness, and development of worldview related to the broader society. It introduces students to a successful college and transfer experience through an examination of the various program options and requirements. Students in this course will explore higher education and career options throughout the lifespan. This course is recommended for students in their first semester interested in majors in the STEM programs, specifically Computer Science, Engineering, and Physics. Graded or Pass/No Pass option.
Catalog Program Pages Referencing COUN G154
Grading Mode: Standard Letter, Pass/No Pass
This course is an extensive overview of strategies for academic and career success within the broad perspective of psychological, sociological, and physiological theories. Emphasis will be placed on person-environment fit, values, needs and goals, motivation, skill development for career readiness, and development of worldview related to the broader society. It introduces students to a successful college and transfer experience through an examination of the various program options and requirements. Students in this course will explore higher education and career options throughout the lifespan. This course is recommended for students in their first semester interested in majors in STEM, specifically Biological and Physical Sciences. Graded or Pass/No Pass.
Catalog Program Pages Referencing COUN G155
Grading Mode: Standard Letter, Pass/No Pass
This course is an extensive overview of strategies for academic and career success within the broad perspective of psychological, sociological, and physiological theories. Emphasis will be placed on person-environment fit, values, needs and goals, motivation, skill development for career readiness, and development of worldview related to the broader society. It introduces students to a successful college and transfer experience through an examination of the various program options and requirements. Students in this course will explore higher education and career options throughout the lifespan. This course is recommended for students in their first semester interested in majors in the teacher education, elementary education, secondary education, or teaching at the college level. Graded or Pass/No Pass option.
Catalog Program Pages Referencing COUN G156
Grading Mode: Pass/No Pass
Formerly: Counseling Topics. Presentation, discussion and study of professional and personal development issues. Topics include employability skills, values clarification, motivation, responsibility and accountability, self esteem, time management, goal setting, personal financing, resume writing, and interviewing skills. Intended for students wishing to deal with issues relating to their own professional and personal development. Pass/No Pass.
Catalog Program Pages Referencing COUN G199
Grading Mode: Pass/No Pass
This course is designed to develop and enhance decision-making strategies for students interested in transferring. Students will develop critical thinking skills by identifying, comparing, and analyzing the differences in university entrance and major requirements as related to their educational and career goals. Students will examine the requirements of the universities and complete a comprehensive educational plan. On-site research/field study at universities may be required. Pass/No Pass.