Graduation Transition Programs and Services

For more information about these programs, contact the Answer Centers on any campus.

Calling Campaigns
The Enrollment Services Center conducts benchmark calls for students who have completed 45 or more credit hours, and those who have completed 60 or more credit hours but have not graduated. A Graduation Check call is placed.

Career Development Services
Students are encouraged to take advantage of the services offered in the Career Development Services. They will find assistance in assessing their preparedness in the career field of their choice, and advice about how to approach the job market. They can also research transfer decisions.

College Night
College Night is held each October. It has a dual purpose - to allow high school students to investigate college opportunities, and to allow transferring Valencia students to talk to representatives from many colleges and universities around the country. This year, we had over 170 representatives on hand to chat with our students about transfer requirements, housing, financial aid, and other relevant issues.

My Portfolio
Throughout their tenure at Valencia, students are encouraged to create a portfolio that illustrates their skills and experiences. My Portfolio is an electronic version of the portfolio that can be displayed in a public area for potential employers to review. As students near graduation, they can analyze the contents of their portfolio to determine the most relevant examples of mastery of each of Valencia's core competencies - Think, Value, Communicate, Act - at an advanced level in their academic programs.


Job Fairs
The Workplace Learning and Placement Office also arranges on-campus Job Fairs at which time students may meet employers who are actively recruiting. They have the opportunity to ask questions about potential employers, and get a first-hand impression of the companies represented.

Job Search Skills Course
Valencia offers a 1-credit course in Job Search Skills. Students learn to write resumes, compile portfolios, find leads, search the Internet, and utilize other skills in seeking employment. They also have the opportunity to participate in mock interviews.

Placement and Internship Services
Through the Workplace Learning and Placement Office, students can connect with employers. Students graduating with an AS degree may visit one of the Placement and Internship Services offices to take advantage of services which include assistance in setting up interviews, resume referral service, job interview resource materials. Students may identify employment opportunities in their career fields throughout the online job bank called First Place. They may also take advantage of the informational resource library on local businesses.