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Edmonds Community College 2008-2010 Edmonds Community College Edmonds Community College www.edcc.edu 2008-2010 20000 68th Ave W Lynnwood, WA 98036 (425) 640-1459 Looking for a high-quality Edmonds Community College Campus college? Start here. We want you to be our student! • Begin your bachelor’s degree. • Develop job skills for a new career. • Learn from experienced, caring instructors in small classes. Find the Program Go to Enrollment Services That’s Right for You In person: Lynnwood Hall, First Floor • Online: http://getstarted.edcc.edu Each year 10,500 students take courses for credit toward a certificate Step 1: Apply for admission or degree at Edmonds Community Complete an admission form online or pick one up at Enrollment Services. You’ll College. More than 50 percent seek also need to pay the one-time admissions fee (non-refundable). After submitting transfer degrees for bachelor’s the form, you should receive information from the college on assessment and programs, 29 percent seek degrees registration within two business days. You’ll receive a student ID number, too. that lead directly to jobs, and others take continuing education classes for personal enrichment and workplace Step 2: Find out what English and math classes you’ll need skills. See Chapter 2 for information Determine if you need to take the Accuplacer assessment. If you have not had to help you choose the degree, previous college-level math or English and are seeking a degree or certificate – certificate or classes that best meet or if you are taking math or English classes – take the Accuplacer assessment to your goals. determine your skill level in writing, reading and math. A photo ID is required. No appointment necessary. Get Money for College Step 3: Meet with an adviser, attend orientation Advisers will help you plan your education and select the classes you need for a We are dedicated to helping students degree or certificate. Before you meet with an adviser, get a program requirement find the financial resources they sheet online or from Enrollment Services. Attend a campus orientation in person need to pay for college, whether or online. federal loans, worker retraining funding or scholarships. Make sure you get your paperwork to Student Step 4: Register for classes Register online or in person at Enrollment Services. You will need your student Financial Services – complete and identification number, and your PIN. Classes are listed online and in the quarterly on time. See Chapter 3 to find out class schedule, http://schedule.edcc.edu. about the options available to help you pay for college. Step 5: Pay tuition You can pay tuition online at http://tuition.edcc.edu or on the first floor of Lynnwood Hall using credit card, check or cash. You can also sign up for our tuition payment plan online or in the Cashier’s Office. Pay your tuition in three installments. Step 6: Purchase your books, get your EdPass Buy your books online or from the bookstore in Brier Hall, get your EdPass card to ride local buses for free and check out books from our library. Go to class, listen and ask questions! www.edcc.edu • Edmonds Community College 2008-10 1 Welcome! People come to Edmonds Community College at various times in their lives seeking a variety of educational opportunities. But they all have this in common – motivation. They are ready to pursue their educational goals to achieve a brighter future for themselves and their families. You value your education and we’re here to provide quality learning and service opportunities and support as you achieve your goals, focus your ambition and pursue your passion in life. We want to ignite the fire within you that you will carry to your next school or career. We look forward to your contribution to our community of learners, and working together to make a difference in the future. When you set foot on campus, please know this is your college. You are in the right place. Seek out the resources you need and have a great experience! I’ve enjoyed the opportunity to work one- on-one with teachers. Kacie McCarty Running Start, Associate of Science LEAF school (Learn-n-serve Environmental Anthropology Field) service-learning opportunities 2 Edmonds Community College 2008-10 • www.edcc.edu Table of Contents: Explore Your Options at Edmonds CC Why Edmonds Career Training and Community College? Pre-College Programs Page 5-10 - Accounting - Adult Basic Education Students and Community: At the - Adult Basic Education/English as a Heart of All We Do Second Language - Mission, Philosophy, Vision, Learning - Adult High School/GED Focus and Accreditation - Allied Health Education - Bridge: Improving Reading, Writing and A Leader in Online Learning Study Skills - Business Information Technology Bachelor’s Degrees, Start at Edmonds CC - Business Management Career Training - Career, College and Life Success - Listing of professional-technical programs - Chemistry Laboratory Technician - Computer Information Systems Center for Families - Computer Science - Computers, Electronics and Networks College Credit for High School Students - Construction Industry Training - Construction Management Continuing Education - Coordinated Studies International Students - Counseling Psychology - Culinary Arts Opportunities for Better Skills, - Early Childhood Education Better Jobs - E-Business - I-BEST and Opportunity Grants - EdCAP (ages 16-21) - Education Service-learning - Engineering - Family Life/Parent Education Opportunities for the - Family Support Studies Business Community - Fashion - Fire Officer - GED: General Education Development Programs of Study - Honors Program Page 12-25 - Horticulture - Hospitality and Tourism General Education Requirements - International Business - Internships Associate of Arts Degree - Nursing Associate of Science Degree - Occupational Safety and Health Technician Associate in Applied Science-T Degree - Paralegal - Project Management Associate of General Studies Degree - Social and Human Services - Visual Communications and Multimedia Associate of Technical Arts Degrees and Certificates Distribution Requirements List Degrees and Certificates www.edcc.edu • Edmonds Community College 2008-10 3 Table of Contents: Explore Your Options at Edmonds CC Getting Started Study Abroad Page 27-31 Student Life and Development Enrollment Services Transportation Services Testing Center TRiO Student Support Services Orientation and Advising Wireless Campus Tuition and Fees Student Financial Services Policies, Requirements Veterans’ Programs and Records Page 39-46 WorkFirst Program Academic Requirements Food Stamp Employment and Training Program (FSET) Student Grades Work Study Ways to Earn Credit Worker Retraining General Policies Foundation Scholarships Student Records Student Rights, Freedoms and Student Life Responsibilities and Services Catalog Policy Page 33-37 Academic Advising Course Descriptions Career Action Center Page 48-123 Campus Security Accounting through Writing Skills Childcare Common Course Numbering College Bookstore We’re Here for You Counseling and Resource Center Page 125-129 Diversity Affairs Board of Trustees and Full-time Faculty Housing for Students and Administrators Learning Support (tutoring) Index / Glossary Library and Learning Commons Page 131-136 Music and Theatre Arts Another Way To Find Information Services for Students with Disabilities 4 Edmonds Community College 2008-10 • www.edcc.edu I’m learning valuable skills for my future. The broad range of classes offered gave me more options. Hing Potter Associate of Arts More than meets the eye: International Community Hing chose Edmonds CC because it was close to his home and the University of Washington where he plans to study international relations. He’s found an international community at Edmonds CC – 788 students from 50 countries. Hing meets many of them as a resident assistant for student housing. A new residence hall opens on campus Fall 2009. http://housing.edcc.edu www.edcc.edu • Edmonds Community College 2008-10 5 About Our College Chapter 1... Edmonds CC? Why Why Edmonds Community College? Opportunities to Capture Your Future Edmonds Community College’s comprehensive academic programs fulfill the first two years of a bachelor’s degree. You may also choose from a wide range of degree and certificate programs to train for a new career or update current job skills. The college offers opportunities for high school students and short-term training for professionals. Lifelong learning programs meet a variety of educational needs for our community, ranging from business skills for artists to learning Spanish to computer training. Included in this chapter are the principles that guide college administrators and faculty in their decisions. Students and A Consistent Learning Focus Quantitative Skills Community: At the Edmonds Community College • Use mathematics or quantitative data faculty members teach students to solve problems. Heart of All We Do critical thinking, written and oral • Provide quantitative support for http://about.edcc.edu communication, quantitative skills qualitative information. and group interaction. Emphasizing • Communicate quantitative information Our Mission these core, college-wide abilities through mathematical notation, Edmonds Community College is a leader provides a consistent educational focus graphs, charts, tables, symbols or in providing quality opportunities that encourages students to develop standard English. for learning and service, responding knowledge, habits and skills for lifelong to the dynamic