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My Pathway Checklist
Are you interested in earning an Associate Degree, Certificate, Transfer, or have a short-term learning goal? Ever wonder what you could be doing outside of the classroom to make the most out of your college experience?
Please pick the best checklist to enhance your pathway, from earning an associate degree, transfer, certificate or short-term learning.
My Illustrated Pathway Guide
Our Las Positas College Hawk is our beloved mascot for a reason, and we would like to provide you with some fun facts about being a hawk. This illustrated guide will walk you through the many wonderful opportunities available to you outside of the classroom to enhance your college experience with you, bringing to life our Pathway checklists below. We believe in YOU and look forward to supporting you along your journey at LPC! |
My Associate Degree & Transfer Goal Checklist
My Associate Degree & Transfer Goal Checklist | (Printable PDF)
- Apply to LPC and complete the Steps to Success
- Login to Class-Web with your Student ID (W#) to:
- Complete your orientation.
- Take assessments.
- Create a personalized first semester plan with your Pathway Counselor.
- Register/Enroll in your classes.
- Pay your fees.
- Apply for Financial Aid (FAFSA or Dream Act Application).
- Purchase/Rent your textbook(s).
- Access Canvas.
- Use the cost of college calculator to estimate the real cost of attending Las Positas College.
- Explore your Academic & Career Pathway.
- Meet your student success team.
- View course sequencing and discover student supports.
- Undecided on your major/career? There is a pathway for you!
- Take a career assessment in Career Coach and create a profile to discuss your options with your Pathway counselor.
- Make an appointment with your Pathway Counselor to create a comprehensive Student Educational Plan (SEP).
- Talk to your Financial Aid advisor to understand your Las Positas College Financial Aid package.
- Tour the Tutorial Center.
- Create a profile in Handshake (The LPC Job and Internship Board)
- Schedule an appointment at the Career Center (Building 1604) to research and prepare for your career.
- Visit the Transfer Center (Building 1604B) to research transfer schools and the transfer process.
- Apply for Financial Aid (due March 2nd) - (FAFSA or Dream Act Application).
- Join a student club or LPC's Student Government.
- Meet with your Pathway Counselor to confirm your major, learn about transfer, and Transfer Admission Guarantees.
- Build a resume using the Career Center's Resume Resources.
- Create a LinkedIn profile.
- Add transfer tasks to your calendar.
- Research and apply for internships/jobs in Handshake (LPC Job and Internship Board) and visit the Career Center & Transfer Center (Room 1604).
- Schedule tours with colleges you are interested in transferring to in-person or virtually (CSU/UC).
- Apply for transfer (UC / CSU Applications 10/1 - 11/30).
- Apply for Graduation in the beginning of the semester (if you’re obtaining an Associate’s degree/certificate).
- Apply for Financial Aid (due March 2nd) - (FAFSA or Dream Act Application).
- Meet with a Financial Aid advisor to plan for college after transfer.
- Complete scholarship applications (due in March).
- Apply for Graduation.
- Sign up to attend Commencement ceremony.
- Let LPC know where you are going after graduation/transfer and become part of our Alumni Network!
My Checklist for Certificate & Short Term Learning Goals
My Checklist for Certificate & Short Term Learning Goals | (Printable PDF)
- Apply to LPC and complete the Steps to Success:
- Purchase/Rent textbook
- Access Canvas
- Use Cost of college calculator to estimate the real cost of attending LPC
- Take a look through Student Support Program such as Cal WORKS, EOPS & CARE, and DSPS.
- Reach out to your instructor! Your instructor’s name is listed in Class-Web.
- Learn more about work-based learning opportunities.
- Make an appointment with your Pathway Counselor to create a comprehensive Student Educational Plan (SEP)
- Visit the Career Center to confirm your major & complete Career Coach
- Talk to your Financial Aid advisor to understand your LPC Financial Aid package
- Create a profile in Handshake (The LPC Job and Internship Board)
- Explore your Academic & Career Pathway. Meet your Success Team. View course sequencing, and find student supports.
- Schedule an appointment at the Career Center (Bldg. 1604C) to research and prepare for your career.
- Build a resume using the Career Center's Resume Resources; attend Smart Shop Workshops on resume and interview skills and/or enroll in PCN 10 (career planning class).
- Research and apply for internships/jobs in Handshake (LPC Job and Internship Board) and visit the Career Center & Transfer Center (Room 1604).
- Create a LinkedIn profile
- Attend job/internship fairs on campus to meet with employers
- Apply for Graduation in beginning of semester (if you’re obtaining a certificate)
- Sign up to attend Commencement.
- Let LPC know where you are going after graduation and become part of our Alumni Network!