Counseling Services - Cabrillo College

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Frequently Asked Questions
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Ask a Counselor (fall and spring semester only)

Welcome to Counseling Services.

All Cabrillo counselors can assist students regarding transfer to four-year universities and in planning for Cabrillo’s occupational certificates and associate degrees.

REGISTRATION COUNSELING:
- If you are trying to decide on your class selection for spring 2015, and you have not yet attended an Education Plan Workshop, you may want to sign up for one. Please scroll down to find further information. If you want to register for a workshop, you may call (831) 479-6274 or stop by the Counseling office.

If you have satisfied a prerequisite at another college or

through academic testing, you can show your documentation

to the Express Advisor. Please scroll down to see information

regarding the hours for Express (Walk-in Counseling) and the

questions that the Express Advisor will address.

APPOINTMENTS: All appointments are booked until February 2, 2015. If this is your first appointment, please read "Before You make an Appointment" below. Appointments fill quickly, so plan ahead. Schedule over the phone or in person.
EXPRESS (Walk-in) ADVISING: Ten minutes with a counselor. For a list of issues with which the Express counselor can help, scroll down to the topic "Express Advising" below.
EXTENDED EXPRESS ADVISING HOURS: "Express" or walk-in counseling is normally available from 10 a.m. until 12 noon and 1 p.m. to 3 p.m. Monday through Thursday as well as 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. on Fridays. Extended Registration hours will take place from January 20 through January 30. Here are the Extended Express hours:
- Wed. Jan. 21: 8 a.m. - 5 p.m.
  Thur. Jan 22: 1 p.m. - 5 p.m.
  Fri. Jan. 23: 1 p.m. -5 p.m.
  
  Mon. Jan. 26-Thur. Jan. 29: 8 a.m. - 6 p.m.
  Fri. Jan. 30: 8 a.m. -5 p.m.
GRADUATION PETITIONS, Spring 2015: Finishing your degree or certificate this semester? The deadline to petition for a Spring '15 degree is April 24.
For further questions or concerns, you may call us at (831) 479-6274 or (831) 479-6385.

Education Plans – Important Notes You Need to Know

A new state law requires that all students have an education plan. There are two types; an Abbreviated Ed Plan (1 to 2 semesters to get you started) and a Comprehensive Ed Plan (laying out all of the courses you need to reach your goal).

Having an ed plan keeps you on track to reach your goal, and is one of the requirements in order to maintain your priority registration.

All students now have access to Student Planning, a planning tool found on your Student Menu in WebAdvisor. You can start to plan your courses using the Student Planning tool at any time on your own. Having courses planned using the Student Planning tool will meet the Ed Plan requirement to maintain your priority registration.

For instructions on how to use Student Planning, click HERE.

To learn more about how to use the Student Planning tool, stop by the Transfer & Career Center in the 100 building on the Aptos campus.

Education Plan Workshops are also available, detailed below.

Education Plan Workshops

This two-hour workshop presents important information and planning resources and is designed for new students, for those who have never developed an education plan, and for those who want to learn more about putting together a solid ed plan. You’ll leave the Ed Plan Workshop with an Abbreviated Education Plan using the Student Planning tool.

Some students may be required to attend an Education Plan Workshop prior to scheduling a counseling appointment. Select the steps below based on your situation.

If you are a NEW student, have never developed an Education Plan, or want to learn more about how to plan your classes (Click here)

If you have attended other colleges, arrange to have official transcripts sent to Cabrillo Admissions and Records. Official transcripts from previously attended colleges need to be on file before you schedule an appointment with a counselor.
Attend an Education Plan Workshop.
Develop an Abbreviated Education Plan at that workshop using the new Student Planning tool on WebAdvisor, and get it approved at the workshop.
If Financial Aid requested an Education Plan, inform them that you now have an approved Abbreviated Education Plan, by submitting a “Student Correspondence” form through eForms.
Schedule a counseling appointment (not express advising) to revise and further develop your Education Plan. Multiple appointments may be needed for a comprehensive ed plan. If Financial Aid requested an Ed Plan, let your counselor know that you need your Education Plan to be approved for Financial Aid.
If Financial Aid requested an Ed Plan, inform them that you now have an updated Education Plan, by submitting a “Student Correspondence” form through eForms.

If you have developed an Education Plan but it is out of date/needs revising OR if you have already completed an AA/AS degree or higher (Click here)

If you have attended other colleges, arrange to have official transcripts sent to Cabrillo Admissions and Records. Official transcripts from previously attended colleges need to be on file before you schedule an appointment with a counselor.
Confirm that you are in the correct Program/Major by selecting “Verify/Change my Program/Major” on your WebAdvisor Student Menu. You can change to a different Program/Major through this same link.
Become familiar with the new Student Planning tool, found on your main Student Menu on WebAdvisor. Start planning your upcoming terms using the Student Planning tool. To learn more about how to use the Student Planning tool, stop by the Transfer & Career Center in the 100 building on the Aptos campus.
Schedule a counseling appointment (not express advising) to revise and further develop your Education Plan. Multiple appointments may be needed for a comprehensive ed plan. If Financial Aid requested an Ed Plan, let your counselor know that you need your Education Plan to be approved for Financial Aid.
If Financial Aid requested an Ed Plan, inform them that you now have an approved Education Plan, by submitting a “Student Correspondence” form through eForms.

To attend an Education Plan Workshop, please consult the calendar below and call either (831)479-6274 or (831)479-6385 to reserve a spot.

SEE THE Ed Plan Calendar FOR A FULL LIST OF WORKSHOPS SCHEDULED.

SEE THE High School Ed Plan Calendar FOR A LIST OF THOSE WORKSHOPS BEING PRESENTED AT OUR LOCAL HIGH SCHOOLS.

Probation / Dismissal Workshops

Did you receive communication from Admissions & Records indicating you have a hold on your record due to Probation or Dismissal? If you are on Probation Level 2 or if you are on Dismissal, you are required to attend a Probation/Dismissal Workshop. For those on Probation Level 2, attending the workshop will clear your hold, and will provide you with the strategies and resources needed to work your way to a better Academic Standing. If you are on Probation Level 1, this workshop is not required but is highly recommended so you can avoid future academic standing issues.

When attending the workshop, please bring a copy of your Cabrillo course history using WebAdvisor "My Course History"

To attend a Probation / Dismissal Workshop, please consult the calendar below and call either (831) 479-6274 or (831) 479-6385 to reserve a spot. Don't delay as it will impact your registration process.

SEE THE Probation & Dismissal Workshop Calendar FOR A FULL LIST OF WORKSHOPS SCHEDULED.

Appointments

Appointments are a half-hour of scheduled time with a counselor. An appointment is needed for transcript evaluation, education plans, graduation petitions, guaranteed transfer applications, career advising, academic renewal, most cases of academic dismissal, and for most academic planning issues. Appointments can be scheduled in person or by calling.

Our counselors want to assist you with effective academic planning and answer specific kinds of questions. In order to get the most from a counseling appointment, please complete the following steps before scheduling an appointment.

Before You Make an Appointment:

1) Submit a Cabrillo College application online for admissions . Within 48 hours you will receive a Cabrillo student ID number. NOTE: You must have an email address to receive your ID number and application confirmation. If you do not have an e-mail address, you can request a free e-mail account through CCCApply.org. You do this by checking a box when creating your CCCApply account.

2) Complete your online orientation. This is a requirement for all incoming students. It takes about one hour.

3) Complete your Math and English assessments at the Cabrillo Assessment Office. Schedules and practice tests are listed at their website.

-OR-

If you have completed college level math, English, or any other college course work, please have official transcripts sent to Cabrillo College Admissions and Records.

4) Apply for financial aid before you begin classes.

5) Attend an Education Plan Workshop. There is a link to the calendar of workshops below the blue box toward the top of this page. Sign up by calling 831.479.6385 or 831.479.6385.

6) Read the Q&A (questions and answers) before making an appointment. Your needed information may be there and save you a visit.

7) Now you may be ready to schedule an appointment with a counselor. You can make a 30 minute appointment in person at the Counseling office or in the Career or Transfer Center. You may also schedule an appointment by calling 831.479.6274, 831.479.6385, or for Watsonville, 831.786.4734.

Express Advising

Express Advising provides five to ten minutes with a counselor provided on a first come, first served basis. Express Advising is designed for quick questions.

Some things that can be addressed during "Express" counseling include:

Clearing a specific prerequisite with documentation
Petition to Repeat a Class
Permission to take 19 or more units
High School Release Signature
Specific questions relating to a limited topic, e.g. a course equivalency

"Express" does not include educational plans, graduation petions, academic dismissal, academic renewal, career advising, transcript evaluation or assistance with TAAs or TAGs.

Most weeks, Express counseling is offered daily from 10am-12noon and from 1-3pm Monday through Thursday, and 10am-12noon on Fridays.

Online Advising

Ask a Counselor >> Online Advising is available during Fall and Spring semesters only

Services We Offer

Academic counseling for transfer and career programs. By working with a counselor, students can develop an education plan to reach career or transfer goals. Counselors provide information about the requirements for Cabrillo's certificates and degrees as well as information on the transfer process and requirements. Students intending to transfer can obtain an academic plan that will include admission and general education requirements, as well as courses to best prepare them for their major and the best chance of acceptance at a university.

Career counseling enables students to understand their values, interests and skills and to research a variety of career options. The career planning process also assists students in learning to manage job/life transitions. CG 54 is an excellent choice as the first place to start this process. Information about Career counseling is available at our Career Center in the 100 building or by calling 831.479.6385.

Personal counseling is available on a limited basis through Cabrillo's Student Health Center.Counselors provide students with psychological services to help them with self-exploration as it relates to their college experience and educational goals. Call 831.479.6435.

Classes, short courses and workshops in career planning, study skills, general transfer requirements and other topics as needed. (e.g.CG 1, CG 51, CG 52, CG 54

Aptos Counseling
Location:	100 Building Campus Map >>
Office Hours	Mon–Thurs: 8am–5 pm Fri: 8am–4 pm
Counselor Hours	Spring 2015 Normal Hours Mon: 8am–6pm Tues/Wed: 8am - 5pm Thurs/Fri: 8am - 3pm EXPRESS (Walk-in) Mon-Fri: 10am – 12pm Mon-Thurs: 1pm–3 pm Please note any extended hours presented in the Announcements section to the left.
Phone	831.479.6274
Fax	831.477.5243

Watsonville Counseling
Location:	Room A120 (Student Reource Center)
Office Hours	Hours will vary; call for details
Counseling Hours	Mon–Wed: 9am–6 pm Thur: 8:30am–3pm Fri: CLOSED
Phone:	831. 786.4734 (servicio en español)


Location:	All counseling services are offered in Aptos and Watsonville.
Aptos Counseling:	831.479.6274