Course Description:

This course helps students evaluate the social, psychological and physiological factors that influence developing essential life management skills. The course encourages self-exploration of personal responsibility, self-motivation, health and well-being, self-awareness, interdependence, self-management, lifelong learning, as well as learning different resources on campus. Students will explore the history and philosophy of higher education in the U.S education systems and will learn to create a student education plan. Includes an introduction to financial, time and stress management, and communication skills. Requires research papers and problem-solving exercises. Transfer credit: CSU;UC; credit limitations - see counselor.

Meets General Ed Areas:

CSU Area E: Lifelong Learning and Self Development, VCCCD GE Area 7: Health, Wellness, Counseling, and Career Planning, VCCCD GE Area (Pre-Fall 25) E1: Health Education

Course Corequisites:

NONE

Section Information as of 25-JUN-2026 05:06:55 AM

• CRN: 32015
• Instructor: De Cierdo, Marcelino
• Section Corequisites: NONE
•  Participates in Zero Textbook Cost Program
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• Delivery Mode: This is a fully online class without pre-scheduled meetings.
• Course Materials: Ventura College Bookstore

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