Counseling & Matriculation
Matriculation Program
The purpose of the matriculation process at Copper Mountain College is to increase student success through:
• admission
• assessment
• orientation
• academic advisement
A matriculated student is one who falls under one or more of the following categories:
• pursuing an AA or AS degree at Copper Mountain College (regardless of the number of units a student enrolls in)
• planning to transfer to a four-year college or university
• pursuing a Certificate of Achievement
• pursuing a Certificate of Proficiency
A matriculated student must complete the following in order to participate in registration:
• take the assessment test
• attend new student orientation and meet with a counselor or faculty advisor for approval of his/her class schedule
Non-matriculated students who want to enroll in an English; reading; and/or math course or any other course which has a writing; reading and/or math skills prerequisite, must demonstrate their eligibility through either course work completed or assessment results.
New Student Orientation
Orientation is mandatory for all first-time college students. It introduces the students to critical information for student success. It provides valuable information about financial aid, students' rights and responsibilities, types of degrees, certificates, college policies & procedures, and support services are presented. At the end of orientation, counselors will assist students with class selection.
Students who have earned an associate's degree (or higher) or previously attended college may be eligible for a "Matriculation Waiver" which will exempt you from attending orientation.
New Student Orientation sessions are offered during the summer, as well as November-January. You may call Admissions & Records at 866-366-3791, ext. 4232, or 760- 366-3791, ext. 4232, to schedule an appointment for orientation.
Counseling
Students are encouraged to meet with a counselor each semester. Counselors are available for assistance in:
• making career choices
• choosing majors
• dealing with study problems
• developing social and interpersonal skills
• self-understanding and solving personal problems that are affecting their educational progress
Emphasis is placed upon assisting students in their growth and accepting responsibility for their decisions and actions. Counseling services are a fundamental and integral part of matriculation and the total educational process at the community college. Recognizing that each student is unique, counseling faculty believe their primary responsibility is to respect students' individuality, encourage personal development, and foster a climate in which each student attains academic success.
Counseling services are an essential part of the District's educational mission which includes:
• assist in interpreting assessment results
• review past academic performance
• acceptance of units from other institutions
• evaluation of coursework from other institutions
• identify educational objectives
• create a Student Education Plan (SEP)
Occupational/Vocational Associate Degree General Education Requirements
Cal State Univ (CSU) Associate Degree General Education Requirements
IGETC (CSU - UC) General Ed Requirements
College Credit for Advanced Placement (AP) This is a full listing of credit toward CMC's Associate degrees, CSU, UC, and IGETC.
College Credit for CLEP This is a full listing of credit toward CMC's Associate degrees for transfer to CSU only. CLEP is not accepted by UC nor does it apply to IGETC.
Criminal Background Checks
Some academic programs at the College require a criminal background check. Students should be aware that the results of the background check may have an impact on academic program eligibility or clinical/community site placement. You may be denied access to a program on the basis of the results of the background check. The College is required to comply with licensing requirements and with policies of our partner agencies. If you have a felony or a misdemeanor in your background, please see your program director to discuss the impact on your academic and professional career.
Contact Information
There are three general counselors on staff: Andrea Armstrong (aarmstrong@cmccd.edu), Carey Alstadt (calstadt@cmccd.edu) and Gregg Chesterman (gchesterman@cmccd.edu) . You may contact A&R to schedule an appointment with either one of them: 866-366-3791, ext. 4232. Please note: Gregg Chesterman is at that Base Office of Student Services Aboard the Twentynine Palms Marine Corps Base.
Counseling
Copper Mountain College
6162 Rotary Way
P.O. Box 1398
Joshua Tree, CA 92252
(760) 366-3791, ext. 4232
(760) 366-5257 fax
Office Location
Student Services is located in the 300 Quad, next to Bruce's Coyote Kitchen.
Hours of Operation
Monday - Thursday 8:15am to 5:00pm
Fridays 8:15am to 3:00pm
We are closed on all legal and college holidays.
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6162 Rotary Way
Joshua Tree, CA 92252
Phone: 760.366.3791
Fax: 760.366.5255
1526N Seventh Street
Twentynine Palms, CA 92278
Phone: 760.830.6133
Fax: 760.830.4157
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