Triton College Catalog, 2002-2003

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Counseling
Professional counselors assist students in exploring
and clarifying career and educational goals, choosing
programs of study and resolving personal issues. Counselors
are conveniently located in the following offices:
B-212, F-229, I-102, S-122 and in the Counseling Center,
C-113. To schedule a counseling appointment, call (708)
456-0300, Ext. 3588, or come to Room C-113 in the College
Center.
Services provided by the counseling department
include:
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Counselors are available to assist students before
registration in determining the appropriateness of
educational plans.
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Assistance is available in the selection of a program
and curriculum that will meet the student’s life
and career goals.
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Individualized counseling is offered to students
considering transfer to a four-year institution or
other training/educational opportunities.
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The counseling centers make available a variety
of resources, publications and catalogs that provide
information regarding personal growth, the world of
work, careers and educational opportunities. Counselors
also can help individuals become aware of
agencies, services and personnel that may provide
assistance beyond the limits of the programs offered
by the college.
Student Services
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Through the use of self-evaluation techniques
and career information, the student is led to a clearer
understanding and realization of career goals. This
may occur in individual counseling, workshops or
credit courses.
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The student is assisted in personal development
through individual conferences, small group sessions
and referrals.
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The student is encouraged to develop college
survival skills, including test taking, time management
and study skills, through group workshops.
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Programs of standardized testing, both individual
and group, are used to help students gain new information
and insights regarding future career goals.
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COL 101✧, Introduction to College (one credit
hour), and COL 102✧, Being Successful in College
(three credit hours), are designed to prepare students to
meet the challenges of the college experience. CSG 150,
Career/Life Planning is a one-credit-hour course
designed to enhance personal growth, and career decision-making
skills.
Transfer Center
Each year thousands of students enroll in Triton
College with the intent of transferring credits to a
baccalaureate institution. The Transfer Center offers
assistance to students on either a walk-in or appointment
basis, by helping them identify appropriate col-