HSC 010 - Academic Success Skills

Credits: 10
Variable Credit Course: Yes

Lecture Hours: 110
Lab Hours: 0
Worksite/Clinical Hours: 0
Other Hours (LIA/Internships): 0

Course Description: This course is designed to help students gain knowledge of academic success skills necessary for completion of a high school diploma. Guides students through the process of developing a plan for completing the requirements for their high school diploma and transition to college.

Prerequisite: CASAS reading score of 225 or higher or instructor permission.
Meets FQE Requirement: No
Integrative Experience Requirement: No

Student Learning Outcomes

Explore and document personal, professional, and educational goals.
Identify HS21+ graduation requirements needed and create a plan to fulfill them through competency based assessments aligned with the College and Career Readiness Standards and the Washington State Adult Learning Standards.
Identify and locate support services and other resources available at the college.
Utilize the writing process to write academic essays.
Use computer skills/programs for academic purposes such as word processing, email, and learning management systems as well as applying information technology to increase background knowledge, access new information, and enhance scholarship.
Respond to feedback from instructor, academic advisor, and classmates to create a learning portfolio.
Compile evidence through a reflective portfolio assessment process which documents academic growth, increased proficiency in, and knowledge of content area skills.

Course Contents

Academic success skills including time management, test taking, and note taking skills.
Processes of decision making and learning.
Life experience assessment and portfolio development for high school credit.
Educational planning for HS21+ completion and transition.

Instructional Units: 10