Student Life Skills (Learn (SLS)

An examination of the academic culture of the university and exploration of what it means to be in college, through a focus on a variety of topics related to personal success, including the transition to college life, goal setting, decision-making, study skills, time management, using campus resources, and choosing/evaluating a major/career.

Students will learn a systematic approach to selecting a major that focuses on: understanding the elements of an appropriate major decision, the relationship between a major and a career, and how to prepare for the world of work while in college.

Course is designed to assist students in developing conversation skills, resolving interpersonal conflict and enhancing interpersonal effectiveness in a variety of settings.

An overview of career development theories and decision-making skills needed for career/life planning. Covers self-assessment, occupation/industry research, major choice, career goal development and action plans. Includes evaluation of their interests, values, skills, and personal strengths in relation to the world of work.

Structured for self-directed and individualized career exploration. Includes systematic review of career development and exploration with the use of assessment materials and computer-based career development programs such as YES, Self-Directed Searches and preferential inventories. Includes the information of an individual work portfolio.

Students develop a personal profile of skills, interests and values in the process of clarifying career goals. The course activities include exploring occupational options and responsibilities, developing a career path and making career-based decisions.

This is a project-based/experiential learning course providing students with guidance in developing their career journey map and components of dynamic career goal, career action plan, and personal mission statement supported through an e-portfolio

Students learn to identify methods to locate, apply for, and keep a job.

This course is designed to introduce FTIC students to Florida Gulf Coast University, and help them feel comfortable with the experience of being college students.

Development of strategies for success in higher education. Course includes assessment of individual learning styles and practical application to time management; effective note-taking; study and testing habits; and use of information resources.

An introductory course on today’s technology basics to include cellphones, tablets and other types of common technology tools to help students become more skilled in their use in college and on the job. Students also learn skills and techniques in using productivity tools and applications.

Students continue to develop technology skills that support their academic, social and employment activities. The central focus of the course is to develop skills using mobile technology, including cell phones and tablets, especially on the job.

This course serves as a guide for students to be able to independently access the community through forms of public transportation as well as to review pedestrian and bike safety rules.

Covers career success strategies. Clarify goals, develop a plan, obtain experience, create professional materials, network, manage your online presence, uncover opportunities, interview well, and develop career management skills.

Seminar focused on integrating work experiences with previous coursework. Designed to assist students in transitioning from final internship to careers after college.

An in-depth supervised field experience. The student will spend an average of 10 hours per week over a 15 week semester in a job of their interest.