Download - Educational Planning Session
EDUCATIONAL PLANNING
SESSIONCollege Readiness Workshop
(CRW)2010-2011
One Way
Another Way
Why Plan?
Stay on track with youreducational goals
Save time Save money Students with a plan are more likely
to be successful in college
Students with a plan are more likely to stay in college
Education Plans…
Help prepare you to see your advisor Advising Expectations
Prepare an education plan Monitor, track and revise your education plan
Guideline for registering for future terms– register one term at a time…but be aware… Classes fill Instructor availability varies You may change your mind
Intended to start you thinking about the educational planning process. You can change your plan later!
What do I do if I am undecided on a major?
Take classes in a major that might interest you
Talk with an Academic Advisor about the major(s) you are considering
Talk to people in the career that you are considering
Take the Career Information System (CIS) assessment
Get job experience, even if you have to volunteer
Take career planning or personal growth classes
Meet with a Counselor each term
After I decided on a major… Declare your major
Submit a “Major Change Form” to Admissions
Obtain a Graduation Worksheet Use this checklist as you complete your
degree Submit to admissions when applying for
graduation Seek Academic Advising regularly
Advisors are available to assist you with correct class selection, scheduling, and graduation preparation
Save time and money, meet often!
Differences Between Degrees
Associate of Arts (AAOT)
Associate of Science (AS)
Associate of Applied Science (AAS)
Associate of General Studies (AGS)
Certificate Accelerated
Training
Transferable Degrees Non-Transferable Degrees
Turn to Pg 177 of the 10-11 LBCC Catalog
LBCC Degrees and Certificates, Pg 23 LBCC Catalog
Credits & Course Numbers
Part-time 6-8 credits
Three-quarter time 9-11
Full-time 12+ credits
Over 20 credits requires a counselor’s approval
Generally, you must take at least 6 credits to qualify for financial aid
One credit hour = approximately one hour in class per week
Decimal and below 100 level classes Generally will not transfer to
a four-year institution* 100 level classes
Usually transfer to a four-year institution*
Considered freshman level courses
200 level classes Usually transfer to a four-
year institution* Considered sophomore level
courses
*Check with your advisor and the school you plan to transfer
Credit HoursUnderstanding Course Numbers
Last, First Name Student ID Number Date of Birth Major Code
--------------------- Course Placements --------------------
Description Subject Course Test Date STRATEGIES FOR EFFECTIVE READING RD 090 01-JUN-2009 INTRODUCTION TO ALGEBRA MTH 060 01-JUN-2009 INTRODUCTION TO WRITING WR 115 01-JUN-2009 STUDY SKILLS CG 100 01-JUN-2009
------------------ Placement Test Results ------------------
Description Test Date Scaled Score CPT Arithmetic 01-JUN-2009 97.00 CPT Elem Algebra 01-JUN-2009 28.00
CPT Reading 01-JUN-2009 68.00 CPT Sentence 01-JUN-2009 87.00
Did you have a waiver for testing? If so, you will have Course Placements under “SOATEST Test Results”
CPT Results
College Placement Test (CPT)What if I want to re-test?
Contact the Assessment Center Fee: $5 (per test) 30% of students score higher upon a re-test Pay at Admissions/ Registration before your
appointment Other options may be available
See a Counselor, Career Center, Takena Hall You can retest at any campus
Albany Campus 541-917-4781 Benton Center 541-757-8944 x5101 Lebanon 541-259-5801 Sweet Home 541-367-6901
Step 1
Choose the reason that most closely describes why you are attending
LBCC: Transfer to a four-year college/university Career Technical degree or certificate
(Administrative Professional, Automotive Technology, Welding, etc.
Complete application requirements for a specific Career Technical program (pre Nursing, Veterinary Assistant, Diagnostic Imaging, etc.)
Other
Step 2
Identify what degree or certificate you are seeking:
Associate of Arts Oregon Transfer (AAOT) –Transfer within the Oregon University System
Associate of Science (AS) – Oregon State University (OSU) Direct Transfer
Associate of Applied Science (AAS) – Career-Technical(Automotive Technology, Criminal Justice, etc.)
Certificate – Career-Technical
(Phlebotomy, Machine Tool Technology, etc.)
Associate of General Studies
Step 3
To print a graduation worksheet for your degree or certificate:
Go to http://www.linnbenton.edu/ Under the heading “Getting Started,” click
Advising. In the left column, click Graduation Worksheet. Select this year. Click on the certificate or degree that you are
intending to complete Print the graduation worksheet and keep it in your
notebook so that you can discuss the requirements with your advisor.
Look up your advisor and their contact information
Step 4
Based on your Computerized Placement Test (CPT) scores and the degree you are seeking, what classes in reading, writing, and mathematics are recommended for you?
Reading: _____ Writing: _____ Math: _____Example: Reading: RD 90 Writing: WR 115 Math: MTH 65
Using information from the course catalog and your CPT scores, what writing and mathematics courses do you need to complete your degree or certificate?
Writing: __50__, __90_, __95_, _115_, _121_ Math: __20_, __60_, __65_, __95_, _111_ Reading: __70__, __80__, __90__, _115_, _120_ Study Skills: _CG100_, _CG111_
Step 5
Quarter: Fall Year: 2010
Class Math 60 Credits 4
Class Writing 95 Credits 3
Class HD100 Credits 1
Class Credits
Class Credits
Quarter: Winter Year: 2010
Class Math 65 Credits 4
Class Writing 115 Credits 3
Class Credits
Class Credits
Class Credits
TWO-TERM ED PLAN
Instructions: This exercise is to assist you in the development of your education plan. In the first box, write the classes that you will register for this term.
Use the Schedule of Classes, Course Catalog, and Graduation Worksheet to complete this exercise.
IMPORTANT: This sheet is a planning tool and it does not register you for classes.
If you are undecided…
Choose the AGS or AAOT degree for general education requirements or AS degree if you want to attend OSU.
www.linnbenton.eduLook up Schedule of Classes
Learn how to read the Schedule
Log into SIS account
You will log into your SIS account tomorrow to register for your classes during the registration session.
Your Homework Assignment for Tomorrow!
Plan out the specific courses you want to take over the next two terms.
Make sure to write down the course CRN’s, days and times so that you are ready to register for classes tomorrow!
1) Two Term Educational Plan
2) Ready to Register!
Four Square Share
3)
Think about a timeline now that you have
started your Two-Term Education Plan.
Complete square 3 of the Four Square Share.
ASSIGNMENTWhat is your timeline for achieving your educational goal?
WHAT ROOM ARE YOU
MEETING IN TOMORROW
?