Program Tips

Academic Advising & Student Success

Academic advisors assist students with developing academic plans based on their degree evaluations. Their goal is to plan the right pathway to graduation by maximizing students' potential and ensuring success based on the student's previous academic experience, career path, and responsibilities outside of being a student. Student success specialists assist students in overcoming barriers that many students encounter over their academic career. Their goal is to help students become academically successful by assisting with goal setting, interpersonal issues, success plans, and community-based referrals. More information can be found on MyCVTC (Student Services & Support).

Computer Literacy

To be successful in this program, students must possess basic computer skills before entry, including basic computer operations and basic keyboarding skills. Students must also have regular access to a PC Laptop or Mac Laptop with an internet connection and audio and visual capabilities.  If your technology does not have audio and visual capabilities, a webcam and headset can be purchased from anywhere they choose. These items are available for purchase through the CVTC Bookstore, and can be charged to financial aid if you have funds available to you: Logitech USB Headset Mono 650 and the Logitech Webcam Loga C130 527.

Delivery Method and Course Sequencing

The Sales and Marketing Specialist program courses have online, face-to-face, or MyChoice delivery options. MyChoice courses allow students to complete coursework in person or online depending on their needs, which can vary from week to week. Specific time for face-to-face delivery is scheduled and always available, but it's the student's choice to attend. Students are encouraged to attend their core program classes face-to-face when possible to access equipment and build relationships with their cohort. Students are expected to complete assignments and tests through an online learning management system (Canvas). Organization and time management skills, along with regular access to a computer with high-speed Internet connection, are essential for student success.

Not all  Sales and Marketing Specialist courses are offered each semester. Plan ahead and register for a course when it is available. Several courses in the  Sales and Marketing Specialist program have pre-requisite courses.

Credit Load Options

Students have flexibility regarding how many credits they enroll in each semester of this program. The completion of the program may be affected if a student takes less credits than what is listed each semester. Students are encouraged to take classes over the summer, if offered, especially during more rigorous semesters. For example, students may consider splitting up Accounting and Economics. Please use "Search Course Offerings" for course availability or discuss options with your advisor.

Online Resources

Whether you are taking one online class, or you are taking your whole program online, CVTC has support and resources available to help you prepare for online learning, and to help you succeed. Visit our Online Learner Resources page in MyCVTC.

Access to Software

Students enrolled at CVTC have access to free software through Office 365 – Word, Excel, PowerPoint, OneNote Access, Publisher, Outlook, Skype for Business and OneDrive for Business.

Local Certificates

This program has related certificates. These classes build on credentials a professional might want for career advancement. Students need not be full-time program students to receive these certificates. If you are interested in learning more about the certificate options as a way to get started or add to your degree, please see additional information on cvtc.edu under Academics.

Credit for Prior Learning (CPL)

CPL offers CVTC students an opportunity to earn college credit toward an associate degree or technical diploma for previous knowledge and mastered skills directly related to program curriculum. Previous knowledge and skills may be the result of work or volunteer experiences, certifications, apprenticeships, military experience, and courses completed at other institutions. If a student wishes to attempt CPL for a course in progress, it is imperative that CPL is attempted within the first week of the class to be eligible for a tuition refund. More information can be found at cvtc.edu/CPL.

Academic Support

Free academic help including drop-in tutoring, test preparation, and technology support available online and face-to-face. More information is available on MyCVTC (Student Services & Support).

Financial Aid Consideration

Courses must be part of the student�s program to be eligible although some specific courses may not be eligible for financial aid. Students must follow their program requirements to be eligible for financial aid. To be eligible for financial aid, students must maintain Financial Aid Satisfactory Academic Progress of a 2.0 Term GPA, 2.0 Cumulative GPA, complete 67% of attempted credits each semester, and complete their program by the time 150% of the published credits have been attempted.

Pre-Program Students

Students who have pre-program status have been accepted into the college but not into the program. Pre-program status may be granted because the program is filled to capacity, admission requirements need to be satisfied, or the program start date is in the future. Pre-Program  Sales and Marketing Specialist students should consult with an advisor to discuss available courses and course sequencing. Students who complete these courses as pre-program students will NOT be able to finish the program early, since most core program courses must be taken sequentially.

These courses are typically taken by pre-program students:

• 102-112 Principles of Management
• 104-102 Marketing Principles
• 801-198 Speech

Students with Disabilities

CVTC welcomes individuals with disabilities. We will provide and coordinate reasonable accommodations for all individuals with documented disabilities. Students that might benefit from accommodations during their college experience at CVTC can contact Diversity Resources at 715-833-6234 or diversity@cvtc.edu to determine what accommodations they may be eligible for and what documentation may be required.

Title IX Pregnancy and Postpartum

CVTC does not discriminate against any student on the basis of pregnancy or related conditions and will fully comply with Title IX regulations. Absences due to medical conditions relating to pregnancy and maternity leave will be excused for as long as deemed medically necessary by a student's medical provider, and students will be given the opportunity to make up missed work. Students are encouraged to contact Diversity Resources at 715-833-6234 or diversity@cvtc.edu to set up an appointment as soon as the pregnancy is known.

Last Updated: March 7, 2024 @ 15:33 p.m.