COUNSELING

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CAPS

Counseling and Psychological Services (CAPS) offers a

variety of free and confidential services aimed at promot-

ing the growth and development of currently-enrolled

CCSN students and the larger CCSN community. CAPS

provides short-term counseling/psychotherapy for individu-

als, couples, families, and groups. We also offer crisis

intervention and educational presentations and programs.

CAPS provides services in a confidential, professional, and

ethical environment. We respect each student as an individ-

ual and strive to offer services in an atmosphere that is wel-

coming, accepting and comfortable for all students.

CAPS psychologists can help students to better cope with

many of life’s challenges. For example, we often help with:

• Stress and anxiety management (e.g., regarding tests,

public speaking, social situations, panic attacks, etc.)

• Depression

• Relationship issues

• Social skills

• Self-esteem, self-confidence and assertiveness issues

• Identity issues

• Dealing with traumatic experiences (e.g., sexual

assault, combat, physical abuse)

• Coping with physical and learning disabilities and

ADHD

• Understanding addictive behaviors (e.g., alcohol, drugs,

gambling)

• Coping with grief and loss

• Clarifying values and priorities

In addition to those listed above, there are many other

issues for which CAPS can provide assistance. During the

initial consultation with CAPS, the student(s) and the CAPS

psychologist work together to determine the most appropri-

ate type and level of care for the presenting issues. If the

issues require services other than those that CAPS can pro-

vide, then the psychologist will work to connect the student

with appropriate professionals in the greater Las Vegas area

who can help.

CAPS also provides outreach and educational services to

the entire college community through presentations, work-

shops, and staff training. These services are oriented

toward understanding, preventing, coping with, and treating

emotional and behavioral difficulties. Confidential consul-

tations are available to assist faculty and staff regarding stu-

dent-specific concerns and/or classroom situations.

For more information or to schedule an appointment with

CAPS, please call us.

Cheyenne Campus: 651-4099

West Charleston Campus: 651-5518

Henderson Campus: 651-3099

CAREER SERVICES

The Career Services Office offers career exploration and

job search assistance to students and community members.

In partnership with Nevada JobConnect, the Center pro-

vides job search services as well as access to employment

training programs. Career Services helps students define

career goals through computerized assessments and career

exploration activities.

Services include:

• Career Guidance

• Rιsumι and cover letter critiquing

• Self-directed employment searches

• Internship and volunteer opportunities

• Internet listing of employment opportunities

• Employment referrals for qualified individuals

• Assistance to employers in locating qualified personnel

• Perfect Interview software – Interview Prep

• Workshops in rιsumι writing, job-seeking skills and

Employment decision-making skills

• Access to career reference materials

• Employment events and job fairs

Services are available Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to

5 p.m. Cheyenne 651-4700 ~ Charleston 651-5089 ~

Henderson 651-3174

COUNSELING SERVICES

The Counseling Department provides personalized assis-

tance to students in selecting both courses and a program of

study which will meet their educational goals and personal

needs. The Counseling Department guides students in for-

mulating their vocational and educational plans, clarifying

basic interests and abilities, and accessing resources that

will benefit their progress. Students are encouraged to visit

the counseling department every semester. Bilingual coun-

selors and advisors are available. Counselors and advisors

may be helpful to students in the following ways:

Academic Support

• Guide students in selecting a major, classes, and degree

programs

• Develop an educational plan for degree completion

• Familiarize students with CCSN academic and support

services

• Provide continuous degree evaluation, including trans-

ferred credits

• Complete unofficial graduation evaluation

Career Guidance

• Identify short and long-term career goals

• Career exploration and information

• Direct students to Nevada Career Info System (NCIS)