College and Career Success Skills (CSS)

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College and Career Success Skills

College and Career Success Skills (CSS) courses provide students with strategies designed to enhance their academic success. In CSS courses, students receive support in academic and career planning, learning strategies, financial literacy, informed decision-making, and self-exploration.

First Quarter Experience

All new degree seeking students are required to complete a First Quarter Experience (FQE) course. FQE is proven to increase student retention and prepare students for successful completion of their degrees. The following courses meet the FQE requirement:

CSS 103 - First Quarter Experience

CSS 109 - First Quarter Experience with Career Emphasis

CSS 110 - First Quarter Experience for TRIO Students

BUS& 101 - Intro to Business

In FQE, students access specific college resources to secure success in the classroom; develop a financial plan; choose appropriate occupational choices based on personal interests; and plan an appropriate academic schedule and degree completion timeline. Students who have earned 45+ college level credits are exempt from taking an FQE.

Courses

College & Career Success Skills

CSS 100 - College Success Skills I Credits: (1-3)
CSS 101 - College Success Skills II Credits: (2)
CSS 102 - College Success Skills III: Future Tense Credits: (2)
CSS 103 - First Quarter Experience Credits: (2)
CSS 104 - College Success Skills for Online Learning Credits: (1-3)
CSS 106 - Fast Track for Success Credits: (2)
CSS 107 - Career Exploration Credits: (2)
CSS 120 - Computer Tutorial Seminar Credits: (2)