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GED
HSED
High School Credit
Enrolled for Credit Students
Pre-Program Students
Assessment
Skill Improvement
English Language Improvement
Transition for Students in College Programs
High School Equivalency Diploma
Customized Workplace Instruction
What is peer tutoring?
How do you know you may need a tutor?
Who provides the tutoring?
How do you access a peer tutor?
How do you become a tutor?
Information on Developmental Courses

GED: To complete the GED, a student must pass each of the following tests:

Literature and Arts (Reading)
Social Studies
Science
Math
Language Arts (Writing) - Includes a grammar test and essay

With a passing score on each test (minimum: 410 points), and an average of 450 points (2250 points total), the student is awarded the GED Certificate.

HSED: To complete requirements for the HSED, a student must achieve each of the GED requirements. In addition, a student must achieve the following (3) requirements:

Complete an Employability Skills curriculum
Complete a Civics knowledge requirement (TEST) or 36 hour course
Complete a Health knowledge requirement (TEST)

Some requirements may be satisfied by prior jr. high or high school coursework. Consult with our Academic Services staff for an evaluation.

High School Credit: Academic Services staff can assist you to identify credit requirements for graduation from your previous high school. On average, approximately 60 hours of classroom work are required for each 1/2 credit (Carnegie unit) earned. Your previous high school must approve all arrangements for high school credit work.

Consult with our staff for an evaluation of your high school transcript.

Enrolled for Credit Students: As a student who is already taking a credit course from Chippewa Valley Technical College, you are entitled to a network of services to help you succeed. Support services may include the following:

Computers: Computers with internet access are available in all BSE centers.
Test proctoring: Proctoring services may be available.
Peer-tutoring: Tutoring services are available to qualified students.
Study Skills: Note-taking, test taking, and study skill instruction are available.
Academic: Students may receive assistance to improve academic skills

Our staff will make every effort to assist you to succeed. If you require academic assistance, consult with our highly trained staff to see how they may assist you.

Pre-Program Students: If you are scheduled to enroll in specific program classes, but are on a waiting list for program entry or are currently taking required prerequisite classes (e.g. math, English, communication skills), our center staff can assist you with academic support. Academic Services staff can help you to...

Improve academic readiness for program classes (e.g. math, writing skills)
Achieve success with coursework (e.g. with tutoring or remedial materials)
Develop necessary study skills (e.g. note-taking, remembering, test-taking)

Consult Academic Services staff; they are available to help you achieve success.

Assessment: All CVTC programs require students to complete assessment for “academic advisement” purposes. This means that assessment is used to help each student identify specific academic skills that may require improvement in order to improve the student’s chances for success.

You may be required to complete the COMPASS test. Assessment may be completed at an Academic Services center. Call a center to arrange for your required assessment.

After your assessment, Academic Services staff will assist you with a remediation plan.

Skill Improvement: Services available to students and members of the community may include the following:

Computer resources for academic skill improvement (math, reading, writing)
Keyboarding skills
Basic computer skills (word processing, internet)
Job-seeking skills (interviewing, resume and cover letter, job search)
Job-related skills (measuring, specific math skills)

Ask our certified teachers and our Instructional Assistants how they may assist you to achieve your improvement goals.

English Language Improvement:

Speaking
Pronunciation
Listening
Vocabulary
Grammar
Writing
Computer Use
Citizenship Preparation
Driver’s License Preparation
Job Advancement
Increasing English confidence and Competence

Transition for Students in College Programs

Academics
Assistance With Financial Aid Paperwork
Career Planning
Referral to Community Support Agencies
Personal and Social Support
Referral to Tutoring Services
Bilingual Help
Test Taking

High School Equivalency Diploma

Gain a diploma while completing a Technical Program

Customized Workplace Instruction

Special instruction at the workplace, done through a contract with the employer

What is peer tutoring?

Peer tutoring is a free program designed to help students succeed. Students meet twice a week with a peer who has successfully completed the course
Peer tutoring contact information: email peertutoring@cvtc.edu
- or call 715-833-6278

How do you know you may need a tutor?

You may have trouble understanding the subject matter.
You may need help with study strategies.
You may lack self-confidence in the subject area.
You may be behind in your homework.
You may be frustrated

If any or all of these are true, you may benefit from receiving peer tutoring. Talk to your instructor. If he or she approves your request, you will be eligible for peer tutoring.

Who provides the tutoring?

Tutoring is provided by students who have successfully completed the class, or are currently enrolled in the class, and are recommended by the instructor.

How do you access a peer tutor?

Talk with your instructor about your need to help.
Stop in Academic Services at any CVTC campus.
Complete the paperwork and return it to the peer tutoring coordinator
- Include a detailed daily class and work schedule
- Obtain the signature of your instructor
- Read and sign the contract with a peer tutoring coordinator
- Complete the Academic Services Intake form.

How do you become a tutor?

If you have a sincere interest in helping other students:
- Stop by and see one of the peer tutoring coordinators
- Pick up and fill out an application packet.
- Fill out a detailed schedule
- Have your instructor(s) complete a recommendation form.
  - You will have to have successfully completed the course with a grade of A or B
- Complete and submit payroll information
  - $6.00 per hour, starting pay - $7.50 per hour continuing

Information on Developmental Courses

The courses that follow are a sample of the kind of free courses we offer. Check with your local center for course availability. You can also search course offerings under Programs & Courses.

Developmental Courses consist of:

Academic Services - Writing 1
This course will prepare students for General Studies writing classes, and/or reinforce instruction while enrolled in credit classes which require writing. Content includes review of critical grammar, sentence structure, and paragraph organization.

Academic Services - Algebra I
Algebra I is designed to complement basic algebra curriculum and concepts. Students will review operations with fractions, decimals, and signed numbers. They will become proficient in solving linear equations, using formulas, simplifying algebraic expressions and solving problems.

Academic Services - Reading Review for College
This class will review basic reading comprehension skills to assist students in preparing for the ACT or COMPASS tests, for starting college level coursework, or to supplement current college courses.

Academic Services - Chemistry I
This course is designed to complement basic chemistry curriculum and concepts. Students will use basic measurement units and calculate measurement conversions. They will acquire the math skills necessary for chemistry calculations, including using scientific notation and significant digits. By understanding atomic structure and basics of the periodic table, students will be able to name chemical compounds, write chemical formulas and project chemical reactions.

Academic Services - Computer Literacy for College
This course is designed for incoming/beginning student to “put it all together”. Students will learn how to utilize the computer for survival in college by experiencing hands on internet use for school research, Blackboard, E-mail and attachments, Vista, presentation development via PowerPoint, and basic document development. The entire focus is to provide students with a head start in using the technical resources all students need to survive in college.

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