The Advising Process
I. Exploration of Life Goals
- Knowledge of student characteristics and development
- Understanding of the decision making process
- Basic skills in listening and responding
- Appreciation of individual differences
- Belief in worth and dignity of all
- Belief that all have potential
II. Exploration of Career Goals (all under #1 plus the following)
- Knowledge of career fields
- Skill in interpretation of tests
- Understanding of changing nature of work in society
- Acceptance of all fields as worthy and dignified
III. Program Choice
- Knowledge of programs available at Viterbo
- Knowledge of requirements of programs (special entrance requirements, fees, time commitments)
- Knowledge of Viterbo requirements for transfer programs
- Knowledge of how others have performed in the program
- Knowledge of follow-up success of those who have completed the program
IV. Course Choice
- Knowledge of courses available
- Knowledge of any special information regarding courses (prerequisites, offered only at certain times, transferability; does the course meet graduation requirements, what is the appropriate sequence for Viterbo)
- Rules and regulations of the university regarding probation, limit on course load (academic work limitations)
- Knowledge of remedial courses
- Knowledge of student’s ability through test scores, high school record
V. Scheduling Courses
- Knowledge of schedule
- Knowledge of the systems of scheduling and changing the schedule
- Awareness of employment and commuting requirements
-Adapted from Terry O’Banion Advising Model