Transcript WELCOME TO WEST HILLS COLLEGE

WELCOME TO WEST HILLS
COLLEGE COALINGA
Once You Go Here, You Can Go Anywhere
English Placement Test Results
English 101A/B
 English 105A/B
These are skill based courses that do not count
toward your AA degree, BUT will help you
be successful in the courses required for
your degree and Transfer.
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English Placement Test Scores
English 51A or 51B – This English course is
required for the Associate of Arts or Science
Degree.
 It is not transferable (meaning it doesn’t
count toward a 4-year college degree).
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English Placement Test Scores
English 1A – Freshman Composition
Required for admission to a 4-year university
and will also count toward your Associate
of Arts Degree.
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See the following flow chart…..
English Flow Chart
English 1B
Literature & Critical Thinking
(3 Units)
English 1A
Composition and Reading
(3 Units)
English 1B – satisfies critical thinking requirement at t
the UC and CSU
English 1A – required at any four-year university
Transfer Level
Non-Transfer Level
English 51A
Intro to Communication
Skills
OR
English 51A or 51B – AA degree composition course
Students must get a “C” grade or better for graduation
English 51B
Intermediate
Communication Skills
English 101A/B
?English 105 A/B
Reading & Writing Lab
6 Units
English 101A/B and 105A/B are skill building courses to
prepare students for successful completion of 51A
The units for 100 level courses do not count towards a degree.
Math Placement Results
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Math 101 – does not count towards a degree
but is a skill building course that helps you
acquire the skills for the next level of math.
Math Placement Results
Math 87 – Math for Life
This course satisfies the math requirement for
the Associate’s Degree
 Math 61 – Elementary Algebra
This course is the first course in the sequence
for transfer level math
 Math 63 – Intermediate Algebra
This course is the prerequisite to transfer math
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Transfer Math Courses
You will be required to complete ONE
transfer-level math course to be admitted to
a university. If you are not transferring, go
to the next slide…..
Transfer Math courses are:
Math 10A, 15, 25, 45, 1A, 1B
You will take a course pertaining to your
major area of study. See flowchart next.
Math
Chart
MathFlow
Sequence
MATH 1A 1B, 2A or 2B
Calculus Sequence for
Specific Majors
MATH 15
Precalculus
MATH 25
Statistics
MATH 45
Contemporary Math
(Engineering &
Science)
(Business)
(Liberal Arts &
Humanities)
MATH 10A
Structure and Concepts In
Mathematics 1 (Education)
 Transferable Math courses fulfill
Choose One
Depending
on Major
admission requirements to the
CSU/UC,
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Transferable Courses
Above this line
Non-Transferable Courses
Below this line. These are prerequisite
courses for transfer level math.
Math 61, 63, and 87: are AA
Degree level math courses.
Students must get a “C” grade or
better to graduate.
MATH 61
Elementary Algebra
MATH 87
Mathematics for life
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MATH 101
Basic College Math
Math 101: skill building math
course to prepare students for
successful completion of any AA
degree course. Does not count toward
degree.
PROGRAMS OF STUDY:
Academic & Vocational Programs
Degrees & Certificates AA/AS/C
Administration of Justice - Corrections
Administration of Justice - Law Enforcement
Agriculture Science Technology
Art
Biology
Business
Business Administration
Child Development
Child Support Services
Computer Information Systems
Geography/Geology
Health science (General)
Humanities
Mathematics
Office Management & Technologies
Performing Arts
Physical Education
Precision Agriculture
Psychiatric Technician
Psychology
Social Science
Social Work
Student Services
Financial Aid
 Counseling and Advising
 Access to registration screens
 Transcripts
 Pay fees
 Referrals & Resources
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Financial Aid
 Financial Aid office hours:
9:00am-5:00pm
Mon-Fri
Walk-ins
only
Please call (559) 934-2214 for information
Federal, State, Private, and Institutional aid
Forms available
FAFSA - apply online at www.fafsa.ed.gov to cut processing time
BOGG
Loan forms - subsidized and unsubsidized
GPA verification forms - for Cal Grant
Work Study – forms available ONLINE
West Hills College scholarship applications
Important deadlines:
March 2nd – Cal Grant entitlement award program
(based on need)
Sept. 2nd – Cal Grant competition award program
(based on grades)
CERTIFICATE
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AND/OR ASSOCIATE
DEGREE?
Short term training in a
specific field
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Complete 4-30+ units and
start working!
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27 Certificate Programs,
including Child Development,
Computer Information
Systems and Business
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Approx. 4 semesters
Minimum of 60 units in
Courses #1-99, comprised of
major requirements, general
education and elective units
24 majors to choose from!
And/Or Transfer to a 4-year College or University
The Main Page….
How to Register for Classes using
“ My West Hills “
“Student” Section Log In
Successful Log In
Search & Register
Student Support Services Programs
There are many support programs
available to students in addition to
Financial Aid. The next slides will
explain each program in a little more
detail. You can spend as much time on
them as you want.
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Extended Opportunity Programs & Services
Extended Opportunity Programs & Services (EOPS) is a
state-funded program designed to help low-income and
educationally disadvantaged students gain access to and
successfully complete a program of higher education.
Eligibility and Admission
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Complete the EOPS application
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Be enrolled full-time (12 units or more)
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Not have completed more than 70 units of degree-applicable
coursework
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Qualify to receive a Board of Governors Grant based on income
standard
or public assistance criteria only
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Must be attending West Hills College
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Be educationally disadvantaged as determined by the EOPS staff
Services Provided to Students
-Book services and/or Grants (after 1st semester)
-Priority registration services
-Academic/personal/transfer/counseling services
-Student activities
Disabled Student Program and Services (DSPS)
West Hills College is committed to providing equal access to education for
people with disabilities. The DSPS office provides services to persons with
physical, learning and psychological disabilities.
These services include the following:
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Individual, academic & vocational counseling
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Accommodations
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Note takers/Readers
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Diagnostic assessment
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Alternative testing services
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Liaison with State Department of Rehabilitation & other agencies
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Priority registration
Our Learning Skills Program provides individual and small group
instruction for students with learning disabilities in a new high-tech lab
setting in the library. Computer-assisted instruction is available to all
students with disabilities.
Student Support Services (SSS)
One Step Beyond Program is a federally funded program
under Title IV for the special population of low income, firstgeneration college students, and individuals with disabilities.
Eligible students who demonstrate an academic need can
benefit from the support services provided by the program.
Services for students:
Counseling – priority registration, educational planning,
academic, career and personal counseling
Financial Aid application assistance
Field trips to universities, cultural activities and events
Comprehensive study program; individual & group tutoring
College, community, and social service referrals
Click logo for more info
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The CalWORKs program provides academic and vocational support to students receiving
cash aid from any county welfare agency.
Eligibility Criteria
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CalWORKs/TANF Recipient that has or is developing a Welfare to Work (W2W) Plan
Self-Initiated Participants (SIPs)
Enrolled at West Hills College
Current Passport to Services/ CalWin
Copy of Welfare to Work Plan
Supportive Services
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Academic & Vocational Counseling
Job Preparation Workshops (dates and time to be announced)
Employment Services (dates and time to be announced)
- Paid Child Care
- Paid Work Study
College Assistance Migrant Program
(CAMP)
At West Hills College, CAMP provides academic services,
support services and financial assistance to eligible migrant students who
are enrolled full-time basis the first academic year. Students participating in
this program will learn strategies to better Cope with lifestyle changes,
adjustments and personal situations that can impair educational achievement
within migrant families. Students will be mentored to improve their
organizational, critical thinking and communication skills. Students will be
encouraged to set goals and develop leadership qualities.
Eligibility Criteria:
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Must have a G.P.A of 2.0 or higher
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Must be a migrant student or have seasonal farm work background (within the last two
years)
Services Provided:
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Vision & Physical Exams
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Tutoring Services
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Textbooks
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School supplies
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Campus Visits to UC’s, CSU’s & Private Colleges
What Happens If…
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I want a refund of my fees?
I want to challenge a prerequisite?
I get F’s in some of my classes or forget to drop a class?
I get a letter in the mail that says I’m on Academic
Probation/Dismissal?
I want to withdraw totally from school?
I have Advanced Placement scores?
I need to file a grievance against a student/instructor?
I drop below 12 units and I’m on financial aid?
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Important Information
AB 1088 – Sexual Assault Education
AB 1088 stands for “Assembly Bill 1088” effective
Jan 1, 2006 which provides mandatory
information to incoming students during
orientation about sexual assault and services
available on campus or in the community.
WHAT TO DO
http://www.calcasa.org/6.0.html
Orientation Sign Off Form
Name:
 Birthdate:
 Sign off that you have participated in the
West Hills College Coalinga new student
orientation, and received information on
the sexual assault policy and a catalog.
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Sign Here
Please leave with the orientation staff person.