Welcome to SMC Noncredit Orientation SMC Bundy Campus Office of Continuing Education 3171 Bundy Drive, Room 112

Contact Information Nataly Gonzalez gonzalez_nataly@smc.edu Cristina Gutierrez gutierrez_cristina@smc.edu Luis Jauregui jauregui_luis@smc.edu Norma Torres-Gonzalez torres_norma@smc.edu

Matriculation Process Application Orientation Student Education Plan with Counselor Pre-test Appraisal

Details About Our Program SMC has three levels of ESL instruction Beginning Intermediate Advanced Classes are designed for adult learners who want to improve their English communication skills in order to get a better job, to enter college credit programs, or to be more active citizens in their community.

Level of Instruction 4-5 courses offered at each level Level of Instruction 4-5 courses offered at each level **During the summer we do not offer Integrated Skills Beginning 1. Integrated Skills 2.Listening/Speaking/Pronunciation 3. Reading/Writing 4. Idioms/Prepositions/Vocabulary Intermediate 1. Integrated Skills/High Integrated Skills Advanced 1. Integrated Skills/High Integrated Skills Integrated Skills: This course includes listening, speaking, reading and writing basic English. This class meets for 6 hours a week. Listening/Speaking/Pronunciation – all levels: This course will focus on improvement od the students pronunciation and comprehension of English. This class meets 3 hours a week. Reading/Writing: This course will focus on improving students’ English vocabulary, reading comprehension and writing skills. This class meets 3 hours per week. Idioms/Prepositions/Vocabulary: This course will focus on learning basic English and begin engaging in simple dialogs and conversation that are applicable to a variety of real life situations. This class meets 3 hours per week.

Integrated Skills This course includes listening, speaking, reading and writing basic English The class meets 6hrs per week Ex. M & W or T & Th Available in all levels ESL 902 – Beginning Integrated Skills ESL 903 – Low Intermediate Integrated Skills ESL 904 – High Intermediate Integrated Skills ESL 905 – Low Advanced Integrated Skills ESL 906 – High Advanced Integrated Skills

Listening, Speaking and Pronunciation This course will focus on improvement of the student’s pronunciation and comprehension of English Class meets 3hrs per week Available in all levels ESL 911 - Beginning ESL 913 – Intermediate ESL915 – Advanced

Reading and Writing This course will focus on improving students’ English vocabulary, reading comprehension and writing skills. This class meets 3hrs per week Available in all levels ESL 961 – Beginning ESL 963 - Intermediate ESL 965 – Advanced

Idioms, Prepositions, and Vocabulary This course will focus on learning basic English and begin engaging in simple dialogs and conversations that are applicable to a variety of real life situations. This class meets 3hrs per week Available in all levels ESL 971 - Beginning ESL 973 – Intermediate ESL 975 – Advanced

Citizenship Class: ESL 902 Prepare for the New Citizenship exam, interview and receive help with the N-400 application Continuous open enrollment Multi-lingual teacher MW 6:30-8:30pm

How to Register for Classes The class is open – register for classes in Bundy Rm 112 The class is closed/full – Go to instructor during the second week of class (or later) to see if there is space

Class Schedule The schedule is flexible for students Courses are available in the morning, afternoon and Saturday. Check the current schedule for course offerings and times

Changing Classes You can register anytime during the semester (Open Entry/Open Exit). As long as the class is open If feel your class is not the correct level, check with your instructor or counselor about which level may be more appropriate for you Go to Bundy Campus Room 112 to make any changes

Fees & Financial Aid SMC noncredit classes are FREE!!! You may be asked to pay for textbooks, materials, and supplies that you will need to succeed in your class.($40-$50) There is no financial aid available for noncredit courses books or supplies There is no tuition for noncredit courses. However, a few courses include a fee for materials provided to students. Students are also responsible for the purchase of books and supplies Federal Financial Aid is not available for noncredit classes. Noncredit classes are tuition free. Students are responsible for the purchase of books and supplies. Financial aid is not available for these materials.

Grades & Transfer Credit You will not receive a grade for noncredit courses you attend Noncredit courses do not transfer to another school or program, but they help prepare you to take credit college courses Non-credit courses are available to members of the community, free of charge, and do not count toward the completion of a certificate or Associate degree. However, they follow the same curriculum approval process used for credit courses. In general, credit courses are designed for students who are interested in earning college units towards a degree or certificate. Students who take credit courses receive a letter grade (A, B, C, D or F) at the end of the semester. Noncredit courses are classes offered through the Continuing Education. They are intended for students who want to gain general knowledge, learn a new skill, upgrade existing skills, or enrich their understanding about a wide range of topics. Noncredit classes are NOT applicable toward a degree. Noncredit courses classes are intended for students who want to gain general knowledge, learn a new skill, upgrade existing skills, enrich their understanding about a wide range of topics, or develop personal interests. Upon completion of a courses. Noncredit classes are NOT applicable toward a degree. Students who take credit courses receive a letter grade (A, B, C, D or F) at the end of the semester.

Attendance Attendance is important for successful learning and will be taken in each class If you miss 2 consecutive classes you will be dropped The more time and energy you put into your class, the faster you will learn English

Tutoring Walk-in tutoring is available : Fall 2018- Tuesdays and Wednesdays 12:30-1:30pm Bundy 440 Tutoring can help you with: Pronunciation Speaking Listening Reading Writing Idioms/Prepositions Vocabulary Integrated Skills Subject to change please check with staff

Counseling A counselor is available to help you select courses, define educational goals, and find the SMC services you need Location: Bundy Campus: Room 116C Cristina Gutierrez Norma Torres-Gonzalez

Student Educational Plan Academic goals List classes for: Current semester Updates can be made See a Counselor to start your planning now! A student educational plan or SEP is the list of all courses a student needs in order to complete their goal. This list of courses can be broken into semester so that a student will know exactly what courses to register for each semester.

Noncredit Priority Registration Steps to Follow Update your Noncredit Education Plan with Counselor – Fall (September, October, Early November) Spring (March, April, Early May) Complete 40 hours of instruction Complete CASAS post-test Tutoring Education/Career Planning (Counseling) Career Services (Advising) Disability Help (DSP&S) Additional Suggested Courses Psychological Services Student ID Card and benefits Community Resource Referral Comments Counselor’s Signature: Date: White Copy – Noncredit ESL Counseling File Yellow Copy – Student Santa Monica Community College District · 1900 Pico Blvd · Santa Monica, CA 90405-1628 · (310) 434-4000 Kathryn E. Jeffery, Superintendent/President

Bundy Campus On-Site Services Computer Lab – Room 116 ($.10 cents per copy) Free Shuttle to Main Campus Pick-up is on the south side of the Bundy Building(for SMC students and staff)

Student Picture ID Card Santa Monica College main campus Go to the “Bursar Office”, #44 on the map (near the Counseling Office), on the side of Pearl Street Take your registration form and a current photo ID Cost $32.50 (ID Card and Activity Sticker) Intercampus Shuttle and Big Blue Bus Lines – FREE SMC event discounts Other location discounts Hours of Operation – Spring 2016 Mon & Thurs 8:30 am - 5:00 pm ​Tues & Weds ​8:30 am - 6:30 pm Friday ​ 8:00 am - 12:30 pm

Other Services at SMC Disability Resources (DSPS) (310) 434-4265 Accommodations Sign Language Interpreter The Center for Wellness and Wellbeing (310) 434-4503 Need to talk to someone

SMC Campus Tours Fall 2018 date coming soon! After you have registered for classes

If you need assistance contact Campus Police at Security At Santa Monica College, the safety and well being of our students, faculty and staff are always first priority Live Safe – Free App with SMC safety information and real-time notifications to your phone. If you need assistance contact Campus Police at (310) 434-4300

Food and Drinks Are Permitted… In the Food Court area on 1st floor In each study area on each floor Outside the building Only water in closed containers is permitted in the hallways and classrooms No food or drinks are allowed in the Computer Lab at any time No Smoking

FREE Parking Parking is FREE Avoid getting a parking ticket!! Head in parking only You can get a parking decal in the kiosk

Noncredit ESL to … School Work Employment Workshops Resume Interviews Noncredit Vocational Courses (some starting Fall 2018) Customer service Business Entrepreneurship Bike Repair Physical Therapy Aide Holistic Wellbeing Noncredit Counseling Transition Courses (coming soon) Credit Certificate AA/AS Transfer Employment Workshops Resume Interviews Career Exploration Volunteer Opportunities

HEALTH SCIENCES & KINESIOLOGY BUSINESS Bicycle Maintenance Certificate of Completion (Noncredit) 1. BCYCLE NC 901 Bicycle Maintenance Level 1 2. BCYCLE NC 902 Bicycle Maintenance Level 2 Business Essentials Level 1 Certificate of Completion (Noncredit) 1. BUS NC 901 Introduction to Business Basic 2. BUS NC 902 Introduction to Business Mindset Customer Service Certificate of Completion (Noncredit) 1. BUS NC 911 Customer Service Level 1 2. BUS NC 912 Customer Service Level 2 CSIS Basic Computer Operations Certificate of Completion  OCC E00, Basic Computer Training OCC E20: Using the Internet Safely  ECE Introduction to Early Care & Education Certificate of Completion (Noncredit) 1. ECE NC 901 Introduction to Early Care & Education   2. ECE NC 902 Culturally Relevant Curriculum 3. ECE NC 903 Early Care Licensing & Workforce Readiness HEALTH SCIENCES & KINESIOLOGY Rehabilitation Therapy Aide Certificate of Completion (Noncredit) 1. HEALTH NC 900 Introduction to the Career of a Rehabilitation Aide 2. HEALTH NC 902 Clinical Practice for a Rehabilitation Aide 3. HEALTH NC 904 Kinesiology for a Rehabilitation Therapy Aide

Noncredit Counseling Transition Courses & Certificate of Completion CDCP (Noncredit Certificate of Completion) Transition to College and Career COUNS NC 901 Transition to College 0 units / 36 hours COUNS NC 902 Career and Workforce Readiness 0 units / 18 hours

Next Steps Register for classes Buy Books Complete 40 hours of instruction Take Post-Test Updated Student Education Plan with Counselor (Fall/Spring)

Congratulations!!! You have completed your Orientation! If you have any questions, please call (310) 434-3400 Happy Studying!!!!

CASAS Testing Instructions

3 steps when testing Demographic information Practice or Test 102R Pretest (1 hour test at your level)