Counseling COUNS

COUNS-10 College Success

Units

3

Hours

54 lecture hours

Transfers to

CSU, UC

Study skills and knowledge necessary for college success including time management, memory techniques, note taking, reading skills, test taking skills, critical thinking, writing, learning, diversity, communication skills, career planning, assessment, use of technology and other resources. (L)

Offered: Fall 2026 (8 sections)

COUNS-25 Career Planning and Development

Units

3

Hours

54 lecture hours

Transfers to

CSU

Limitations on Enrollment: Course not open for credit to students with credit in GNBUS-25.

Survey of techniques of career exploration and selection. In the context of a study of the changes that occur during a typical life span, each student will construct a personal profile of current and projected interests, aptitudes, skills, values, personality, and life and personal circumstances. (L)

Offered: Fall 2026 (3 sections)

COUNS-30 Transfer Preparation

Units

3

Hours

54 lecture hours

Transfers to

CSU

Preparation and planning for a successful transfer to a university; the UC and CSU systems, private university systems in California, HBCU, and out-of-state colleges and universities. Students will evaluate universities based on research about degrees offered, transfer guarantee programs, geographic location, transfer requirements and opportunities, including Western University Exchange, the application process, housing, financial aid, scholarship and support services. (L) Grades are P/NP Option.

Not on the Fall 2026 schedule.

COUNS-35 College Study Skills

Units

1

Hours

18 lecture hours

Transfers to

CSU

Improvement of study skills including proper college mindset, goal setting, learning styles, memory, reading comprehension, note taking, time management, test taking strategies, public speaking, critical thinking, and basic writing skills. (L) Grades are P/NP Only.

Not on the Fall 2026 schedule.

COUNS-40 Happiness and Well-being

Units

3

Hours

54 lecture hours

Transfers to

CSU

A course that explores the roots of a happy and meaningful life. Students will engage in practical lessons from the science of positive psychology and other related psychological theories such as, neurobiology, humanistic psychology, mindfulness, meditation, FLOW & eco-psychology. The course will offer students practical strategies for tapping into and nurturing their own happiness, including activities that foster social and emotional well-being. Grades are P/NP Option.

Not on the Fall 2026 schedule.

COUNS-52 Pre-Employment Skills Training

Units

1

Hours

18 lecture hours

Exploration of various skills and methods vital to obtaining and retaining employment, including: developing positive attitudes, resumes, job seeking and interviewing techniques. (L) Grades are P/NP Only.

Not on the Fall 2026 schedule.