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Academic Advising & Career Services
Cochise College advisors assist our diverse student population in defining, planning, and achieving success. This collaborative effort results in students taking responsibility for achieving educational, personal/social, and career goals.
Our team is available to support your educational goals!
Cochise College advisors assist our diverse student population in defining, planning, and achieving success. This collaborative effort results in students taking responsibility for achieving educational, personal/social, and career goals.
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The first semester of college can be mixed with excitement, anticipation and some uncertainty. Cochise READY is a new student onboarding program designed to help students prepare for a successful college experience. Participating in a Cochise READY session is your opportunity to get acquainted with college services and support, meet with an Academic Advisor and REGISTER for your first semester of college.
It is recommended that all new students participate in a Cochise READY session. Each session runs approximately 2 hours; it is very important to arrive on time.
Choose ONLY one session.
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Directed Self Placement (DSP) is a course placement tool that helps you choose a course that aligns with your skills and your experiences. Once you complete the DSP activities, you will select which course best meets your needs.
You are welcome to speak to an advisor before, during, or after the placement process.
Due to regulations supporting student financial aid, Change of Major Requests can not be completed until the current semester has concluded. Delay in processing Change of Major Requests helps to ensure current financial aid awards are not impacted. Requested major change will go into effect the semester following the request.
Congratulations! You have achieved major educational goals and will soon be graduating! Cochise is happy to have been part of your educational journey.
Free tutoring is available to all Cochise College students.
The STEM Lab offers tutoring in many subjects, including math, science, and programming. The Writing Lab assists students with papers in any subject, including English, social sciences, and computer science.
In-person labs are located on both the Douglas and Sierra Vista campuses. Both labs also offer virtual tutoring through an online lab. The tutoring staff includes professional tutors with bachelor’s or master’s degrees, senior tutors with associate degrees, and peer tutors who are current Cochise College students.
C.A.R.E.S.
Compassion | Advocacy | Resources | Education | Support
The purpose of C.A.R.E.S. is to ensure that students who need help and support during their educational journey are educated about and receive access to available resources. C.A.R.E.S. will assess the type of support students might need and respond with respect, care, and compassion.
Cochise College is proud to support our military and veteran community. In addition to our online programs, we offer a variety of programs on Fort Huachuca and throughout Cochise County, with evening and weekend classes. Our unique MOS credentialing program provides service members the opportunity to earn college credit toward a degree through their military training. The college also has dedicated staff members to assist with veterans’ assistance and financial aid.
Our advising personnel adhere the Code of Ethics of the American Counseling Association. Students deserve dependable, accurate, respectful, honest, friendly and professional academic advising, which are reflected in the NACADA Core Values of Academic Advising:
- Advisors are responsible to the individuals they advise
- Advisors are responsible for involving others, when appropriate, in the advising process
- Advisors are responsible to their institutions, higher education and the educational community
- Advisors are responsible for their professional practices and for themselves personally
Directed Self Placement (DSP) is a course placement tool that helps you choose a course that aligns with your skills and your experiences. Once you complete the DSP activities, you will select which course best meets your needs.
You are welcome to speak to an advisor before, during, or after the placement process.
Due to regulations supporting student financial aid, Change of Major Requests can not be completed until the current semester has concluded. Delay in processing Change of Major Requests helps to ensure current financial aid awards are not impacted. Requested major change will go into effect the semester following the request.
Congratulations! You have achieved major educational goals and will soon be graduating! Cochise is happy to have been part of your educational journey.
Free tutoring is available to all Cochise College students.
The STEM Lab offers tutoring in many subjects, including math, science, and programming. The Writing Lab assists students with papers in any subject, including English, social sciences, and computer science.
In-person labs are located on both the Douglas and Sierra Vista campuses. Both labs also offer virtual tutoring through an online lab. The tutoring staff includes professional tutors with bachelor’s or master’s degrees, senior tutors with associate degrees, and peer tutors who are current Cochise College students.
C.A.R.E.S.
Compassion | Advocacy | Resources | Education | Support
The purpose of C.A.R.E.S. is to ensure that students who need help and support during their educational journey are educated about and receive access to available resources. C.A.R.E.S. will assess the type of support students might need and respond with respect, care, and compassion.
Cochise College is proud to support our military and veteran community. In addition to our online programs, we offer a variety of programs on Fort Huachuca and throughout Cochise County, with evening and weekend classes. Our unique MOS credentialing program provides service members the opportunity to earn college credit toward a degree through their military training. The college also has dedicated staff members to assist with veterans’ assistance and financial aid.
Our advising personnel adhere the Code of Ethics of the American Counseling Association. Students deserve dependable, accurate, respectful, honest, friendly and professional academic advising, which are reflected in the NACADA Core Values of Academic Advising:
- Advisors are responsible to the individuals they advise
- Advisors are responsible for involving others, when appropriate, in the advising process
- Advisors are responsible to their institutions, higher education and the educational community
- Advisors are responsible for their professional practices and for themselves personally
Advisor Support
Our goal as Cochise College academic advisors is to provide the support you need to be successful in your educational and career goals. Our advisors will assist you in creating, reviewing, and re-evaluating your educational and life goals, while serving as a resource for information on college policies and procedures, degree requirements, and university transfer.
Academic advisors are here to help you:
- Understand your degree/certificate program
- Create an educational plan
- Select classes to meet degree/transfer requirements
- Connect you to college services and support
- Apply for graduation
Have a quick question? Send us an email message at advising@cochise.edu. Students can visit during college service hours or schedule an in-person, Zoom or telephone appointment.
Sierra Vista: (520) 515-5483 | Douglas: (520) 417-4038 | Benson Center: (520) 586-1981 | Willcox Center: (520) 384-4502.
Continuing students who have earned less than 14 college credits must meet with an Academic Advisor prior to registering for classes. If you are a new student seeking a degree or certificate it is highly recommended that you participate in a Cochise READY onboarding session.
Important factors to consider when choosing a college major or program are your own interests, strengths and goals in addition to what programs are available and how much time you have to invest in a college education. Making an informed decision will save you time and money. Academic Advisors can help you choose an academic path that aligns with your academic interests and career goals.
MyDegreePlan is an online degree audit system that tracks your progression toward completion of your academic goal at Cochise College.
To explore this system, sign in to MyCochise and click the MyDegreePlan link under resources. For assistance with or questions about MyDegreePlan, email advising@cochise.edu
Career & Program Explorer
Not sure what career path you want to pursue? Take a career assessment on Career Coach to help you determine what academic programs and careers align with your interests. You can also browse different careers, academic programs and build the perfect resume.
Our Career Services Coordinator, Amy Pressler | (520) 452-2641, is happy to help discuss your career path and options.
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