College and Career Guide

College and Career Guide

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Caledonia

Concord

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With 12 locations and extensive online learning options, you don’t have to travel far from your community to access our degree and certificate programs, workforce, secondary and continuing education opportunities, and academic and veterans support services.

Plainfield

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Bristol West Topsham Newbury 91

Addison Orange

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Bradford

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Wilder

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Woodstock

Castleton Fair Haven

West Rutland

Bennington 324 Main Street Bennington, VT 05201 802-447-2361

Morrisville 197 Harrell Street Morrisville, VT 05661 802-888-4258

St. Johnsbury 1197 Main Street St. Johnsbury, VT 05819 802-748-6673

Brattleboro 70 Landmark Hill Brattleboro, VT 05301 802-254-6370

Newport 100 Main Street Newport, VT 05855 802-334-3387

Upper Valley 145 Billings Farm Road White River Jct., VT 05001 802-295-8822

Center for Online Learning 802-334-4451

Rutland 60 West Street Rutland, VT 05701 802-786-6996

Winooski 1 Abenaki Way Winooski, VT 05404 802-654-0505

Springfield 307 South Street Springfield, VT 05156 802-885-8360

Administrative Offices PO Box 489, 660 Elm Street Montpelier, VT 05601 802-828-2800 Toll-Free: 800-CCV-6686

Hartland Rutland

Poultney

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Windsor

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Ludlow

Middlebury 10 Merchants Row Middlebury, VT 05753 802-388-3032

Perkinsville West Pawlet 7

Springfield 100

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Manchester Center

Manchester

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Bellows Falls

Montpelier 660 Elm Street Montpelier, VT 05602 802-828-4060

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St. Albans 142 South Main Street St. Albans, VT 05478 802-524-6541

www.ccv.edu

Your Career. Your Future.

In today’s job market, the more education and training you have, the more opportunities you will find throughout your career.

How do you balance going to college with the demands of your busy life? How do you get a quality education without going deeply into debt?

The answer is CCV. CCV gives you the flexibility you need. You can attend part-time or full-time, take classes in person and online, and attend days, evenings and weekends - as they fit your schedule.

Most classes meet just once per week, allowing more time for work and family. You can complete a full degree program or take a few continuing education classes to hone your skills or enhance your knowledge.

The choice is yours.

Joyce Judy, CCV President

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Digital photography class, Newport, VT

Whether school was previously a breeze or a struggle, there is

a place for you at CCV.

Our admissions process is easy – start by filling out an online application. We are Vermont’s only

admission college.

open

All CCV classes are small and

interactive, allowing our faculty to focus on

your success. You will never have a

class in a lecture hall at CCV. Our average class size is 13. Classes may be small, but you’ll

have access to all the support and resources of

Vermont’s second largest college.

Over 12,000 students enroll at CCV annually. We are the

most affordable college in Vermont, and with our financial aid and grant options you may

have an opportunity to graduate debt-free.

CCV instructors are working professionals who

love teaching. You’ll learn from experts who have careers in the subjects they teach and who can share their experiences in the professions

you want to pursue. Most of our students enroll part-time. You have a

busy life, but you can still

go to college. CCV will help you do it.

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Join a Vibrant Learning Community CCV classes are vigorous and engaging, full of discussion and active learning. You will explore subjects in depth, guided by instructors who live in your community and are experts in their fields.

You will meet students of many ages and backgrounds. You’ll encounter college-aged

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students who recognize the value of starting their studies at CCV before transferring to keep their college costs low, mid-career adults finishing their degree to enhance their job opportunities, military veterans making the transition to civilian life, and a cross-section

At CCV you get the advantage of

of students taking classes for personal enrichment. Regardless of who you are, your voice

having practitioners teaching your

will add to the learning of your classmates, and you will learn from them.

course. I can’t overestimate the importance of that.”

At CCV you can apply classroom learning to real-world experiences: you can travel with a study abroad class, volunteer in your community on service-learning projects, or work as an intern in a local business. Every project, every class, builds your skills and shapes

Tom Hanley Middlebury Police Chief CCV Faculty Criminal Justice

your future.

“The mix of students is really interesting. Sometimes I’ll go up to the learning center and hear students from all over the world talking about things; it’s really great to get to hear opinions and the points of view from other countries.”

David Gullerat Burlington, VT Navy Veteran, TRiO Environmental Science 4

Count on Us From Start to Finish You come to CCV with your own goals, skills, and needs; we provide the support and resources when and where you need them.

Your academic advisor is your main support throughout your studies; your advisor helps you clarify your goals, plan your programs, and choose your classes, and can connect you to the many resources available to you to ensure your academic success:

Learning Center

Veteran Services

Each CCV location features a Learning Center, where you can access

Proudly serving 800 military-connected students each year, CCV is

computers, work with a tutor on writing, math, research, and many

committed to assisting you in your transition to college and supporting

more subjects, or connect with other students.

your academic goals. Every academic center has a veterans’ advisor to

eTutoring eTutoring offers online help with your studies, 24/7. You can submit a paper for feedback, or post questions about math, writing, accounting, statistics, life sciences and research.

Hartness Library

help you learn about CCV and your academic options, as well as direct you to benefits programs and community resources.

High School Students Introduction to College Studies CCV regularly offers Introduction to College Studies (ICS). This free

As a CCV student, you have access to our state-of-the-art Hartness

course helps you develop skills and strategies for college and career

Library, and all of the Vermont State College libraries. You can search

success.

databases, chat with a librarian, use e-books, videos, and tutorials 24/7 online; or request books to be sent to your home for free.

Dual Enrollment As a Vermont high school student, you’re eligible for vouchers to take

Disability Services

one free college course during your junior and senior years. Dual

Each CCV academic center has a staff member who advises and

enrollment gives you an opportunity to experience college and earn

supports students with disabilities.

college credit while you’re still in high school.

TRiO Services The federally funded TRiO program is designed to help first-generation and underrepresented students reach their academic potential and meet their educational and career goals.

“CCV is so accommodating; everyone is willing to help students out. It’s just awesome, people really care here.”

Stephanie Cooke Northfield, VT TRiO, Liberal Studies

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Make a Smart Investment Compare the cost of annual, full-time, in-state tuition and fees at Vermont institutions.*

$28,288 $15,284

$10,404 $5,452

UVM

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Community College of Vermontt

VT private colleges (does not include fees)

Vermont State Colleges(4-yr college average)

*UVM and VSC data adapted from New England Board of Higher Education, 2012-2013 Tuition and Fee Report. Private college data reflects published 2012-2013 tuition costs only. CCV cost reflects enrollment in 24 credits per year. Individual costs and savings may vary.

CCV has helped me realize there is more out there than expensive colleges. I am able to achieve my goals sooner rather than later.”

Going to college is cheaper than you think.

Many times, students pay less than the actual cost of tuition and fees. Federal, state, and school grants can help lower the overall sticker price significantly. Don’t qualify for grants or scholarships? You can use student loans to cover your costs as well.

Kayla Tomasauckas CCV-Brattleboro Liberal Studies

$2,726**

$1,353**

Cost @ 12 credits

Average grants and scholarships

STICKER PRICE In-state, full-time tuition & fees

GRANTS & SCHOLARSHIPS Gift aid - free money you don’t have to pay back

=

$1,373

$114 per credit hour

NET PRICE The difference between the two the real amount you pay (typically with loans, savings and income)

**Reflects fall ‘12 - spring ‘13 tuition and fees and fall ‘12 average grant and scholarship awards for financial aid applicants.

To find out your personal CCV net price, go to https://ccv.studentaidcalculator.com 6

Use Your Credits Bring your credits to CCV Many students attend other colleges before finding CCV. With our generous transfer credit process and flexible programs, you will get the most out of your previous college credits. We know you don’t want to waste your time, and we’ll help you find the most efficient path to graduating. You can even fast-track your degree and save thousands by getting credit for college-level learning you’ve acquired outside of college.

Take the credits with you Whether you want an associate degree or just a few classes, you can start your college education here. CCV has been accredited by the New England Association of Schools and Colleges since 1975. This means you earn high-quality credits that can transfer throughout Vermont and across the nation. We’ve set up special transfer agreements with most colleges in Vermont, including guaranteed admission to the Vermont State Colleges, and a variety of programs at the University of Vermont. Visit our website for details on all of our state and regional transfer agreements.

“CCV is a great place to start college because everyone is so friendly and helpful. It’s not big or overwhelming.

It’s just a great community to start in.”

Ashley Lawrence Williston, VT ICS/Champlain Valley Union High School student

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CCV did an outstanding job preparing me for the transfer to UVM. Really, CCV prepares you for whatever it is you want to do next. When I started going to CCV, I explained what my goals were and what I wanted to achieve and my academic advisors, the faculty, and the staff at CCV were right there with me every step of the way. “

Kane Tobin Burlington, VT Army Veteran CCV Business Studies UVM School of Business Administration

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Focus on Your Career Vermont’s employers need college graduates, and CCV is recognized throughout the state as a top-notch resource for workforce education and training. Many of our classes and programs feature service learning projects and guaranteed internship placements, giving you the opportunity to network, gain hands-on work experience, and better understand your chosen field. CCV’s programs put you on track to get a good job. Vermont employers know that CCV students work hard and are well prepared for the workplace.

CCV is one of Vermont’s leading providers of workforce education. Ask about our free Governor’s Career Ready Certificate course, developed with the Vermont Department of Labor. It will help

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Everyone I know who has network administration positions is looking for skilled employees and not necessarily finding the level they’re wanting to find, so there are lots of opportunities. The Cisco coursework is an awesome foundation that puts students heads and shoulders above peers who’ve been in the industry for ten or fifteen years.”

Dan Davis Data and Telecommunications Network Manager Fletcher Allen Health Care CCV Faculty Cisco certification courses

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you improve your skills and your ability to get a job. You’ll also have the chance to receive state and national career readiness credentials.

Get Credit for What You Know At CCV, you have four options for getting credit for what you already know. You can come in and take a CLEP test, show what you know through a course challenge, create a focused portfolio in your specific area of expertise (earn up to 16 credits), or take the Assessment of Prior Learning (APL) class for an unlimited number of credits. Regardless of which option you choose, you’ll save time and money and reach your goal faster. Find out more at www.ccv.edu/apl.

“The APL portfolio is pretty amazing. It really gives you a good sense of satisfaction and gratification that you’ve done so much.”

Kim Sweatt Canaan, VT Education Earned 51 credits through APL

Continue Your Education You don’t have to enroll in a degree program to join CCV’s learning community. As a continuing education student at CCV, you can choose from hundreds of courses offered in your local community and online.

SHARPEN YOUR SKILLS:

From technology to business management, communication

to statistics, CCV is the place to improve your skills and your competitive edge in the workplace.

GET BACK INTO IT: If you’ve been away from school for a few years, a CCV course can help

you get back into the habit of studying and going to class. Ask an advisor to recommend a class that is right for you.

ENRICH YOURSELF:

CCV offers classes in a wide variety of subjects including art, music,

history, languages, writing, literature, and even forensics! Vermont residents age 65 and older may attend tuition-free, on a space-available basis.

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When I started at CCV I was a nervous wreck. Now I feel more confident in the direction CCV is taking me.”

Whatever your educational goals, CCV’s extensive course offerings, flexible scheduling, and personal support are here to help you achieve them.

JoAnn Kidd Grand Isle, VT Human Services and Substance Abuse Services certificate “CCV has helped me make a change in my life and has opened doors to numerous possibilities. It has given me more confidence which I was lacking when I started.”

Aaron Connor Newfane, VT CCV Environmental Studies ‘13 Transferred to Johnson State College EDP

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Choose Your Path CCV’s associate degree and certificate programs provide the knowledge you need for employment or further study at the bachelor’s level and beyond. These programs are developed with the help of Vermont employers to ensure that our offerings are current and teach the skills you need.

Explore programs and learning goals, occupational outlook, and courses on our website.

Area of Study

Featured Courses

Prepares you to

Salary Range (VT)

Accounting Associate of Science Degree

Financial Accounting Principles of Management Economics

Perform entry-level accounting work in a variety of business settings, and transfer to a four-year program in this expanding field.

$17,000 – $25,000

Administrative Management Associate of Science Degree

Microcomputer Applications Office Accounting Principles of Supervision

Work in a variety of business settings, performing critical administrative and office support services.

$25,000 – $35,000

Allied Health Preparation Certificate

Human Anatomy & Physiology Introduction to Nutrition Human Growth & Development

Allows you to complete prerequisites for further study in the healthcare field.

Applied Business Practices Associate of Applied Science Degree

Effective Workplace Communication Health & Safety in the Work Environment Principles of Supervision

Work in fast-paced, rapidly evolving manufacturing, transportation and other business settings of the 21st century.

$28,000 - $55,000

Business Associate of Science Degree

Principles of Marketing Small Business Management Business Law

Problem-solve with entry-level marketing, management, and accounting skills in corporate or small-business settings, and transfer to a four-year business program.

$25,000 - $35,000

Childcare Certificate

Communication in the Early Childhood Education & Afterschool Workplace Infant & Toddler Development Introduction to Exceptional Populations

Enter the childcare profession, work toward state-level credentials in the field, and apply your certificate credits to an associate degree in early childhood education at CCV.

$17,000 - $25,000

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“Our partnership with CCV has been instrumental. The instructors have been so enthusiastic and supportive and I think they really lay the cornerstone to a successful career in healthcare. We could not be doing the TCA Ladder program without them.”

Susan Anderson-Brown Director of Human Resources Visiting Nurse Association of Chittenden and Grand Isle Counties Area of Study

Featured Courses

Prepares you to

Salary Range (VT)

Computer Assisted Drafting & Design Associate of Science Degree

Introduction to Drafting & Blueprint Reading Architectural Drafting 3D Applications

Work as an entry-level drafting technician in a variety of fields, or transfer into a four-year program in architecture or engineering. This program is only available at CCV-Winooski.

$35,000 - $58,000

Computer Systems Management Associate of Science Degree

Desktop Operating Systems Concepts of PC Hardware Concepts of Computer Security

Work as an entry-level network administrator, computer support specialist, or database administrator, and transfer into a four year program in IT.

$35,000 - $40,000

Criminal Justice Associate of Science Degree

Community & Restorative Justice National Security & Terrorism American Judicial Process

Take an entry-level position in security, corrections or police work, and transfer to a four-year program.

$30,000 - $40,000

Digital Marketing Associate of Applied Science Degree

Programming for the Internet Introduction to Internet Marketing Introduction to Web Analytics

Work as a web analytics specialist or search engine marketing specialist to assist businesses in improving their profits through web traffic.

$40,000 - $60,000*

Early Childhood Education Associate of Arts Degree

Foundations of Education Introduction to Exceptional Populations Child Development

Earn state-level credentials for rewarding work with young children and families, and transfer to a bachelor’s degree program in related education fields.

$20,000 - $25,000

Emergency Management Associate of Science Degree

Emergency Planning Emergency Exercise Design & Evaluation Decision Making & Problem Solving in a Crisis

Bring enhanced emergency management skills to your job in business, industry, public administration, safety and risk management, and transfer to a bachelor’s degree program.

$40,000 - $45,000

These salary ranges are based on representative entry-level occupations in Vermont. All figures are average and approximate, and are subject to variations based on factors such as location and experience. * Based on national figures. Vermont salary information in this field is not yet available.

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“My company gives CCV interns the opportunity to experience the career path they’ve chosen and get a true understanding of whether this is what they really want.”

Linda Jacques Office Supervisor Associates in Family Health Central Vermont Medical Center Area of Study

Featured Courses

Prepares you to

Salary Range (VT)

Environmental Science Associate of Science Degree

Fundamentals of Earth Science Current Environmental Issues Natural History of Vermont

Work in an entry-level position in natural resource conservation, energy efficiency administration, or environmental education, and transfer into a four-year program in environmental science or studies.

$35,000 - $40,000

Essential Workplace Skills Certificate

Introduction to Business Microcomputer Applications Effective Workplace Communication

Apply strong communication, writing and computer skills in any entry-level work environment.

$26,000 - $30,000

Graphic Design Associate of Arts Degree

Digital Image Manipulation Advertising Introduction to Flash Animation

Use today’s digital tools to work in art and design for advertising, publications and public relations in a corporate or non-profit setting, or for an ad agency, and gain advanced skills by transferring to a four-year program in graphic design.

$35,000 - $45,000

Health Information Specialist Certificate

Introduction to Health Information Systems Medical Terminology Medical Billing & Coding

Work in the billing or coding department of a healthcare provider or as an entry-level professional in the health information department.

$25,000 - $46,000

Hospitality & Tourism Associate of Science Degree

World Regions & Cultures Adventure Travel & Recreation Planning Introduction to Lodging & Resort Management

Enter the fast-paced, exciting field of tourism and hospitality management, and transfer to a four-year program in business, tourism, event management, or sports management.

$18,000 - $30,000

Human Services Associate of Science Degree

Human Growth & Development Introduction to Case Management Global Social Problems

Take an entry-level job in human services, and transfer to a four-year program in social work, human services or psychology.

$20,000 - $30,000

Liberal Studies Associate of Arts Degree

Explore your interests via hundreds of available courses

Prepare for transfer to a four-year institution to complete your bachelor’s degree with this, our most flexible program.

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Salary/Information Sources • Career OneStop (Sponsored by the U.S. Dept. of Labor): careeronestop.org • State of Vermont: Economic & Labor Market Information: vtlmi.info/career.cfm

Learn more at www.ccv.edu

• Pathways to Promising Careers: http://www.mcclurevt.org/pathways/

Area of Study

Featured Courses

Prepares you to

Salary Range (VT)

Medical Assisting Associate of Applied Science Degree

Human Biology Introduction to Phlebotomy Medical Billing & Coding

Perform administrative and clinical functions of a medical assistant in a variety of healthcare settings, such as hospitals, outpatient clinics and community health centers.

$27,000 - $35,000

Multimedia Communications Associate of Arts Degree

Social Media & Communication Introduction to Mass Communication Introduction to Filmmaking

Become an assistant producer or designer in interactive media, and transfer these skills into a four-year program in media production, education or marketing.

$30,000 - $35,000

Network Administration Associate of Applied Science

Cisco Linux Windows Server Administration

Design, build and maintain local and wide area networks in an entry level capacity, and transfer to a four-year program in IT.

$35,000 - $45,000

Substance Abuse Services Certificate

Substance Abuse: Services & Treatment Group Process: Theory & Practice Human Behavior in the Social Environment

Take an entry-level job in the substance abuse field, and sit for the Vermont state examination for Apprentice Addiction Professional.

$27,000 - $37,000

Visual Arts Associate of Arts Degree

Introduction to Studio Art Two-Dimensional Design Ceramics

Work as a studio artist, a gallery worker, or an illustrator, and transfer to a four-year program and prepare to be an arts educator.

$15,000 - $25,000

Web Site Design Certificate

Website Development Programming for the Internet Database Management Systems

Create professional-quality websites, and participate in web development teams in a variety of fields.

$35,000 - $45,000

This publication is made possible by the generous support of the J. Warren and Lois McClure Foundation: Promoting access to post secondary and career education for Vermonters.

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PO Box 489 Montpelier, VT 05601

Take the Next Step Becoming a CCV student is simple. No fees, no essays, no reference letters, and SAT scores are optional. What do you have to lose? Get started today.

“My instructors push me to not only do more, but want more.

CCV has opened my eyes and brain to the possibilities I can achieve with hard work and dedication.”

Hilary McAllister & Violet Brattleboro, VT TRiO, Student Representative ’11-’12 Academic Council Liberal Studies, Allied Health Preparation certificate

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Apply at https://apply.ccv.edu. The application is free and will only take a few minutes.

Meet with an Academic Advisor Contact your local CCV academic center to schedule a New Student Appointment. An academic advisor will explain the steps to becoming a student and will discuss how CCV can help you achieve your goals.