The Office of Advising and Student Development provides a variety of services that are part of the educational role of the College. Emphasis is on Academic Advising, Career Services, Multicultural Academic Success, and Dual Enrollment.  Through these services, we are able to make a significant difference in the lives of our students.. 

Academic Advising

The Academic Advising Office utilizes the integrated approach of career services with academic advising.  We assist students in choosing a particular career path and corresponding major.  By providing them with the appropriate academic advising, and other career-building skills, we assist them in achieving both their educational and lifelong goals. 

Student Responsibilities 

• Completed Lake City Community College admissions application turned into the Admissions Office.

• High school transcripts and/or college transcripts, if applicable, sent to the Registrar's Office. 

• If applicable, college placement scores sent to the Admissions Office.  (i.e., ACT or SAT). 

• If applicable, contact the Test Center (Building 015) to set up placement testing.  (i.e., CPT or TABE). 

• If applicable, contact the Financial Aid Office  to complete financial aid information. 

• All students should have an advisor from the Office of Advising and Student Development, unless they are seeking admission into a limited access program.  (i.e., Cosmetology, Nursing, or any other allied health field, Irrigation, Landscaping, Forestry, and Golf Course program).

• Always call 386-754-4222 for an advising appointment. 

• It is your responsibility to recognize critical dates (i.e., registration, add/drop, student initiated withdrawal, etc.) The critical dates can be found in the Student Handbook or the course schedule.  Critical dates calendars are also available in various College offices, including Advising.  

• It is your responsibility to make yourself aware of CLAS requirements, and graduation application dates published in the critical dates calendar. 

Graduation

Visit the link below to learn about
Graduation and Honors

Career Services

Location: Student Union Building, Room 106  
Telephone: 386-754-4334
Contact Career Services

Career Services is committed to serving its clientele in an effective and thorough manner.  The purpose is to assist students in exploring a variety of career choices through self-examination, interest assessments, skills abilities and passions in order to discover one's talents. 

Career Services Methods and Strategies 

Career Services uses several internet based programs to assist students in career development.  Career enhancement such as job search techniques, resume development, and interviewing strategies are used as well.  Career Services includes an employment website for students, alumni and employers. 

For general information, visit  "Student Employment Services"

For student Jobs, visit  "Jobs Listings"

In addition, we provide a program for internships and externships as they relate to plans or course of study.

Career Services Library            

  The Career Services Library consists of a computer lab and audio-visual room.  The Career Services Library is located in the Student Union Building (014), Room 109.  A complete listing of career video and book resources is available through Career Services.                                                

Making a career decision is a serious endeavor.  Seeking out professionals in the field of Career Advising is the first step toward being resourceful in the quest to choose a career field. 

Please call for an appointment, and specify that you want career advising   386-754-4222.   Allow yourself about an hour for career advising.   

TWO YEAR SUCCESS PLAN      

During your Freshman year, take time to inventory your interests, skills, and abilities.

Make an appointment to meet with a Career Advisor --386-754-4222 Register with Career Services Develop a professional resume Utilize one of the self-assessment tools to identify interests, strengths, values, etc. Explore majors and career choices Ask about internships and externships Attend career workshops, seminars, and mock interviewing sessions Decide on a major course of study and career path. Seek to maintain a high GPA while exploring further study. Attend college night Decide on whether an internship/externship is right for you Attend Career Forums Refine job search skills Visit with recruiters on tour from the State University System Finalize application process to four-year college or university Visit with a Career Consultant Participate in workshops relating to business etiquette, dress for success, etc. Become familiar with career resources on line such as SIGI, eCHOICES, etc.  These websites provide career information. Seek employment

Grooming of our students is another service that Career Services offers.  It is important that college students know the rules of business etiquette in order to be successful.  There are videos available in Career Services that demonstrate proper business etiquette and there are Appendices at the end of this webpage to assist you as well.  

Internships/Externships

There are several internship/externship programs available through the Career Center.  Some programs are paid, while some are unpaid.  Students are given an opportunity to gain experience in their chosen career through the internship/externship program.  Coordination is made between the student, the career center and the employer.  Some programs that currently incorporate these services are Medical Coder/Biller, Graphic Design, Computer Technology and Disney World.  

Career Forums

Career Forums are designed to provide career services to students and are adapted to student interests and the needs of the academic department and are generally held during class times.  Company representatives come to campus for a panel discussion to talk with and answer questions from those students whose major corresponds to their industry.  Students can learn about entry-level employment opportunities related to their major, advancement and career paths within organizations in their field and the trends affecting the field.  Students can also learn about the knowledge and skills that it takes to be successful in their chosen career field.  Some examples of professions in which Career Forums are presented or will be presented on the Lake City Community College campus are:  Business, Education and Criminal Justice. 

Dual Enrollment

Visit the link below to learn about Dual Enrollment. 

What is dual enrollment?

Location: Student Union Building (014)
Room 107, (386) 754-4443 
Contact Dual Enrollment

Multicultural Academic Success Program

Visit the link below to learn about the
Multicultural Academic Success Program

Location: Student Union Building (014)
Room 105, (386) 754-4434
Contact MASP         

BayCare Personal Counseling

All LCCC students are eligible for up to three free visits to a mental health counselor per year.  LCCC has contracted with BayCare Life Management to provide personal counseling for our students.  Any student with a current student ID number may call 1-800-878-5470 and speak with a BayCare representative who will refer the student to a local mental health counselor.  Students are allowed up to three visits per year at no cost to the student.  These phone calls and visits are confidential.