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Student Support Services (SSS) Program
TheStudentSupportServices(SSS)ProgramisafederallyfundedTRiOprogram
that serves first generation, low-income or disabled students currently enrolled
at Reedley College. The SSS program also fosters an institutional climate
supportive of the success of students who are limited English proficient and
students that are traditionally underrepresented in postsecondary education.
SSS provides high quality programs and services that maintain academic
support and guidance to help Reedley College students meet the challenges
in obtaining an AA/AS degree and/or Certificate of Achievement and transfer.
The goal of the program is to increase academic success including retention,
higher GPA, graduation or certificate completion, and facilitating transfer to a
four-yearcollege.Servicesincludeacademicadvising,careerplanning,financial
aid advising and literacy, transfer assistance, priority registration, and lots of
encouragement. The SSS program participants will have the opportunity to
be involved in activities such as semester kick-off events, student success
workshops, college campus tours, and a graduation recognition event. The
program strives to provide extra support and personal attention. Information
and applications for the Student Support Services program are available in
the CSS-1 building behind the bookstore. Contact the SSS program at (559)
638-0300, ext 3526.
Study Abroad
Reedley College students may take advantage of international study programs
offered by the college district. The international programs allow students an
opportunity to study in another country while earning transferable college
credit, as well as enable them to gain a first-hand understanding of other
regions and cultures of the world.
The following programs will be offered 2016:
Denmark – Spring 2016
Study electronics, welding, automotive, construction, culinary arts, or business
at Mercantec Institute in Viborg, Denmark for 2 weeks in a student exchange
program. Students will live with host families, explore the country, and learn
Danishcultureinthisprogramofferingunmatchedexperiencesatanunbeatable
for more information. (Not for credit).
Cuba - Summer 2016
We will be offering 3 courses for the Study Abroad Program in Cuba in Summer
2016. A student can register for one or more of these classes.
BIOL 3 – Introduction to Life Science. (4 units) Catalog Description: This course
is recommended for the non-biological science and pre-education majors. This
is an introductory course using biological concepts. The organismal structure,
function, inheritance, evolution, and ecology are covered.
BIOL 47 – Field Biology of Cuba (2 units) Catalog Description: Current topics
of biological importance and concern outside the regular biology curriculum or
topics that will be covered in greater depth than in a regularly offered course.
ECON 1A – Principles of Macroeconomics (3 units). Catalog Description: An
introductiontomacroeconomictheoryandaggregateeconomicanalysiscovering
marketsystems,thebankingsystem,internationaleconomics,economicpolicy,
nationalincomeaccounting,unemploymentandinflation,andeconomicgrowth.
This study abroad program in Cubawill provide a rare opportunity to experience
to visit a country that has been inaccessible to United States citizens for many
years. Studentswilllearnfirst-handaboutthebiodiversityinCubathatincludes
3,000 species of endemic plants and animals, and see an economic structure
in the process of change. They will also meet with and learn from individuals
in a variety of careers in Cuba.
Costa Rica - Summer 2016
There will be 2 Registered Nursing courses to be offered together in Costa
Rica summer 2016. They are each 1 unit.
RN 33 – Transcultural Healthcare International. Catalog description: Cultural
and spiritual concepts as they relate to the application of nursing care in an
international setting. Intended for study abroad.
We will learn about different cultures and religions and correlate varying
cultural practices and religious beliefs to the practice of health care while
experiencing first hand a different culture and touring health care facilities in
another country. This course has the same course objectives as RN-33 and
will meet the registered nursing program requirement for RN-33, Transcultural
Healthcare. Acceptance into this course is open, but pre-nursing students
currently in the Registered Nursing lottery will be given first priority.
SSTRN 177 – Culturally Relevant Health Promotion. Catalog description: Short
term field study abroad course to research and participate in basic health
promotion activities relevant to the country and local ethnic groups.
For more information on these programs, please visit our Study
Abroad webpage at or contact
Dr. Margaret Hiebert at (559) 442-4600, ext. 8101 or by e-mail:
Testing Services
Testing Services provides a variety of testing opportunities to prospective and
current students. All tests are administered on the computer. Students are
required to have a college student ID number and present a photo ID to verify
student’s identity in order to take any test. Testing Services administers the
following tests and services for free:
• ACCUPLACER Placement testing for Reading, Writing, and Math:
All students entering Reedley College, the Madera Center Community College
Center or the Oakhurst Community College Center for the first time (or after
a 3-year absence) must take a placement test prior to registration in order to
be advised by a counselor. Placement Test results measure your current skills
and provide a reference point to assist students determine the best choice of
classes to start their academic career. This is NOT a pass or fail test.
• ACCUPLACER Placement testing for English as a Second Language:
Offeredtothosestudentswhosenativelanguageisnot Englishandareplanning
on taking one or more of the English as a Second Language (ESL) classes.
• Computer Familiarity Testing (CFT): Current students are able to take
the Computer Familiarity Test. If passed students will fulfill the computer
familiarity requirement for an associate degree. The CFT is offered at specific
times during the semester.
To schedule an appointment to take a test please access Testing Services at
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Tiger One Card
For your convenience, safety and security of funds, the Tiger One Card is
available for purchase at the Reedley College Business Services Office for $10.
This card is used in the Reedley College Cafeteria, Computer Lab for printing,
Library for copies, student body card, and can be used for discounts at local
businesses. The Tiger One Card needs to be renewed each school year. For
additional details contact the Student Activities Office or Business Services
Office. For more information about the Tiger One Card, please call (559) 638-
0397 or (559) 638-0342.