New Student Orientation
Orientation for new or returning students is a vital part of student success. Orientation acquaints new students with the mission, programs, and services of the college. Orientation aims to:
- Help build a more solid foundation for your education.
- Assist you with the transition to Palo Verde College.
- Help you better understand the college catalog. Including academic policies, program requirements, and available resources.
Course Placement & Selection
Students enrolling in reading, writing, math, or other courses which require a particular skill level are asked to present high school transcripts and other supporting documents (i.e., AP Exams, SAT, ACT, etc.) to an academic counselor. This information enables academic counselors to assist students in developing an appropriate educational plan and determining proper course placement
In compliance with the American with Disabilities Act (ADA) and other state and federal regulations related to disabilities is required by law, Palo Verde College will offer accommodations as prescribed by AB 705 placement and Title 5 regulations.
The district will use the approved Placement Guidelines, and such additional information collected as may be appropriate, to facilitate a “multiple measures” placement system. Palo Verde Community College District will accept transcripts from other accredited institutions to help determine appropriate placement into an English and or Math course.
Credit ESL/Non-Credit ABE Placement
Instruction in credit English as a Second Language (ESL) is distinct from remediation in English. Students enrolled in ESL coursework are foreign language learners who require additional language training in English, require support to successfully complete degree and transfer requirements in English, or require both.
ESL students with a goal of transfer to a four-year institution or an associate degree should enter and complete a transferlevel English composition course or an ESL course equivalent to transfer-level English within a three-year timeframe of declaring a transfer- or degree-seeking goal.
Palo Verde College allows English language learners to selfplace using high school performance data (if attended in the United States) and other self-guided methods.
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