Personal Growth
5 courses · San Diego Miramar College · 2026-2027 Catalog
Classes: Fall 2026 · Spring 2027
PERG 110 Introduction to College
- Units
- 1.5
- Hours
- 24 - 27 hours lecture
This course introduces the knowledge and skills necessary to survive and thrive during the first year in college. Students examine higher education structures, the opportunities and resources available, and the requirements to successfully complete a certificate, degree and transfer. Emphasis is placed on the transition to college learning and college life, self-reflection and self-advocacy, goal setting, academic policies, major selection and educational planning. Students develop and apply critical analysis skills, information literacy, and successful attitudes and behaviors in joining a college community. This course is intended for first time and re-entry college students.
PERG 120 College Success and Lifelong Learning
- Units
- 3
- Hours
- 48 - 54 hours lecture
This course teaches success strategies to enhance academic and lifelong learning skills. Students explore topics such as discovering self-motivation, accepting personal responsibility, mastering self-management, employing interdependence, gaining self-awareness, goal setting, decision-making strategies, critical and creative thinking, personal health topics, interpersonal communication, developing emotional intelligence, and learning and personality theories, as well as other techniques for maximizing their abilities to succeed as lifelong learners. Students apply these topics as they relate to their personal and professional self-development and to the discovery of many new options for improving all aspects of their lives. This course is intended for new college students or those seeking to develop their academic and lifelong learning skills.
PERG 130 Career - Life Planning
- Units
- 3
- Hours
- 48 - 54 hours lecture
This course is designed for students interested in self-exploration, career transitions, and career-life planning in order to achieve success in a diverse society. Various assessments are utilized through a systematic approach to career development by examining values, interests, skills, and personality types. Other topics include life roles, personal self-management, decision making, and goal setting throughout the lifespan. This course is intended for students who are considering a career change or are undecided about their future career field or college major.
PERG 140 Life Skills and Personal Adjustment
- Units
- 1-3
- Hours
- 16 - 54 hours lecture
In this course students develop their emotional, social, educational, and professional life skills. It is a practical study of the principles and application of strategies that assist in the development of coping and life skills. Topics include self-esteem and compassion, self-discipline, self-responsibility, self-assertion, and living a consciously balanced life in pursuit of defined educational, career, and life goals. This course is intended for students beginning college or anyone seeking to balance educational, career, and life goals.
PERG 160 Stress Management & Well-Being in the Modern World
- Units
- 3
- Hours
- 48 - 54 hours lecture
- Advisory
- ELAC 35 with a Grade of "C" or better, or equivalent
This course is an opportunity to explore, assess, and evaluate stress management and holistic well-being across the lifespan. The course explores the mind-body relationship (psychophysiology) of stress, stressors across the lifespan, coping skills, and interventions. Emphasis is placed on managing stress and anxiety in the modern world. Topics include well-being in relation to career, physical and mental health, finances, relationships, and community connection. This course is designed for students seeking help with stress management, holistic well-being, and life balance.