COU 008 - Ensuring Transfer Success

    Recent Professors
    Rebecca Tran
    Recent Semesters
    Fall 2026
    Class Size
    35 students
    Credits
    1
    Fall 2026 Sections
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    Transfers To
    CSU
    Description
    This course prepares students for a successful transition from community college to a university by introducing essential life skills that support academic, personal, and professional success. Designed specifically for prospective transfer students, the course covers topics such as self-awareness, goal setting, motivation, learning strategies, critical thinking, and decision making. Additional topics include understanding degree and transfer options, education planning, time and money management, effective communication, and maintaining a healthy, balanced lifestyle. Special emphasis is placed on the unique challenges and opportunities faced by transfer students.