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Student SuccessA successful college career depends on dedication, hard work, and conscientious planning. As a first time or returning college student there are important steps to take before beginning coursework at CSN. The completion of these steps will greatly assist students in setting up goals and knowing the resources available to them. Step One: Goal SettingGoals assist us by pointing the way to success. Take a few minutes to consider some of your personal and professional goals. Writing and sharing your goals help turn them into action. Here are some thoughts to starts with:
If you have 6 months, 2, or 5 years to dedicate to your goals, spend five (5) minutes listing of all the things you would like to accomplish — knowing that anything and everything is possible. Step Two: OrientationAfter you have filled in an enrollment application, go through the Student Orientation presentation. Student Orientation is designed to acquaint you with the programs and services available at the College of Southern Nevada. The Orientation includes: academic advising, course selection and planning, resource referral and career information. If you are interested in a Health Sciences Profession attendance of a Health Programs Orientation is highly recommended. If you cannot attend a scheduled Orientation, go to our On-line Orientation page. The On-line Orientation was designed with you in mind with links to other CSN and Internet resources. Step Three: TestingAlthough there are no mandatory college entrance exams, students planning to take Math, English as a Second Language (ESL), English, and Reading courses are required to take the appropriate placement test. Scores from these tests will assist you and your Counselor in determining your skill level and finding appropriate classes. See the Math, or English as a Second Language (ESL) and English Course Sequence Charts. If you have completed prior college math or English courses or have appropriate ACT or SAT scores you may be exempt from testing. Please check with the Testing Centers and Testing Sites Office for more information. Step Four: CounselingAfter attending an Orientation and taking the appropriate placement tests, meet with a Counselor or an Advisor who will review the courses required for your degree program. If you have concerns about your abilities, goals, and options or are unsure of what to do next, a Counselor or an Advisor can be of assistance. During each semester it is recommended that you see a Counselor or an Advisor to review your academic progress and educational plan for the following semester. Changes in degree requirements at the institution you plan to attend could adversely effect the evaluation of the credits taken at CSN. Counselors or an Advisor can also familiarize you with the many programs CSN offers its students, including learning labs, workshops, and developmental courses. Learning Assistance Centers, Writing Skills Workshops, and developmental courses are designed to provide services and information to students who want to acquire, improve, review, or maintain personal learning skills. Each campus offers opportunities for you to improve your classroom performance. Listed below is a summary of the types of services and workshops offered. Learning Assistance Centers:
Workshops:One hour instructor-led workshops are available at no cost. These workshops are open to all students and require no advance sign-up. For a schedule of workshops, please check with the writing lab at your campus. Counseling and Psychological Services (CAPS) also offers a variety of workshops on stress management, anxiety reduction, and personal management skills throughout the year. Developmental Courses:
ALS 101 IS TRANSFERABLE FOR GENERAL ELECTIVE CREDIT TO UNR AND UNLV. IT CAN BE USED TO FULFILL THE HUMAN RELATIONS CORE REQUIREMENT FOR MANY AAS AND ALL AGS DEGREES AT CSN. See your Counselor for details.
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