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advising from a success advisor. Advising sessions consist of exploring various guided
pathways, introducing the student to the Career Center, developing an educational plan,
and suggesting strategies to improve the student’s overall academic success. Success
advisors also give special attention and support to new students, readmitted students, at-
risk students, students taking foundations and support classes, and students who are
considering a guided pathway change. Advising sessions consist of designing a schedule,
registering for classes, introducing the student to the Student Success Program, and
making appropriate referrals to improve the student’s overall academic success.
Student Success Workshops-
Student Success Workshops are developed to help
students improve their academic skills. Topics include enhancing study and test taking
strategies, visualizing goals, building self-esteem, resolving conflicts, exploring careers,
resume writing, and managing test and math anxiety.
Orientation Program-
Prior to each semester, new students are invited to attend an
Orientation Program. Information is provided to help students prepare for college.
Student survival skills, student services, and college activities are highlighted. Students
may register for classes after the completion of the Orientation Program.
C. CAREER DEVELOPMENT CENTER
The Career Development Center (CDC) is located in the Student Center, C-103. It is open Monday-
Friday from 8:00 a.m. until 5:00 p.m. and after 5:00 p.m. by appointment for evening students. The
Center is designed to aid students in making fundamental decisions about the uses of education in
their careers and life goals. The advisors provide students with interest and personality inventories,
individual advising sessions, computer systems, and “mini courses” on topics ranging from resume
writing to job interview skills. The CDC further provides assistance in selection and planning of
career paths, choice of plans of study, development and improvement of communication and job
search skills, and discovery of up-to-date career/occupational information. As an educational
support system, the Center furnishes the community and prospective and currently enrolled students
with a variety of resources for achieving career goals.
The center maintains a library with career information on the nature of the work, entry-level
requirements, future job trends, salary ranges, and prospects for advancement in more than 5,000
career areas. Information on all aspects of student life, transfer procedures, admissions
requirements, financial aid, costs, and programs of study for all four-year colleges in the state of
Georgia and many colleges nationwide is available to assist students who want to transfer to senior
colleges.
Individual and group GUIDEDis provided to assist students in job readiness, getting a job, holding a
job, promotions, and job changes.
Job Opportunities:
Full-time and part-time employment opportunities can be viewed in
the Career Center or online at
www.collegecentral.com/darton.This online job board
gives students the opportunity to view jobs, post resumes, and apply online for on or off
campus positions.
D. INTERNATIONAL STUDENT PROGRAM
The international Student Program is a support program for international students. The program
offers career advising, personal advising, academic advising, opportunities for campus and
community involvement, and cultural enrichment activities. The International Coordinator serves as
a liaison between international students, faculty, administrators, the Department of Homeland
Security, and other external agencies. The International Student Office, located in C-103, is open
weekdays from 8 a.m. until 5 p.m. and after hours by appointment.
E. DISABILITY SERVICES
The Disability Services Office is located in the Student Center, C-103. It is open Monday-Friday
from 8:00 a.m. until 5:00 p.m. and after 5:00 p.m. by appointment for evening students.