Emphasis is placed on the acquiring the skills necessary to succeed in college.
Topics such as understanding JJC policies and procedures, how to chose the right college courses, managing stress, and student diversity are covered along with college survival skills that focus on improving time management, study skills, note taking, test taking, memory and communication. The portfolio development course gives the student an opportunity to have prior learning experiences from work, volunteer services, conferences, workshop attendance, in-service training, vocational interests, travels or from independent reading, evaluated for college credit through the development of a portfolio of prior learning from experience. A systematic approach to the process of career and life-style planning. The course provides students with an opportunity to explore their values, interests, skills and experiences as they relate to occupational and life-style choices. Students will research potential careers through traditional and on-line methods.