Developmental Studies

Courses

DEVA110: Introduction to Career Development

Credits 2
Designed to help students examine the world of work. Through various learning activities they will examine their interests, attitudes, abilities and how they relate to work. Students will develop skills in seeking employment as they relate to the lifelong process of career development.

DEVA155: Student Success Seminar

Credits 2
An eight week seminar designed to help students explore what motivates them to learn, work and achieve. Topics and skills addressed include: college resources, active learning, self-motivation, self-management, active listening and decision making. These topics are explored through lectures, discussions, self-assessment, writing and classroom activities.

DEVS111: College Skills

Credits 3
Instruction and guided practice in the skills necessary to succeed in college courses, especially note taking, text reading, and writing papers and test answers. Students must be simultaneously registered in the designated content course. Required of students on the basis of standardized test results or on academic probation.