vcc.ca
RSCR 0610: Skills for Student Success
Effective date
September 2026
Department
Community & Career Education
School
Arts and Sciences
Description
Students focus on developing essential skills for personal and academic success, including time management, study techniques, and organization methods important for developing workplace skills. Instructors offer ongoing feedback to assist students in developing their workplace skills effectively, with an emphasis on meeting deadlines and organizing course materials. Additionally, students gain proficiency in accessing VCC services for academic support and personal growth, while also enhancing research capabilities by utilizing the library to locate credible sources.
Credits
2.0
Year of study
Below Grade 10 Equivalency
Prerequisites
None
Corequisites
None
Course Learning Outcomes
Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to:
- Demonstrate effective time management skills by prioritizing tasks, creating schedules and using time efficiently.
- Use organizational tools to enhance productivity.
- Demonstrate the ability to set goals and meet deadlines.
- Explain the importance of feedback and apply it for personal and academic growth.
- Identify and access various VCC services available for academic support and personal development.
- Apply effective research and study skills.
- Use the library to find credible sources for researching.
- Recognize effective problem-solving strategies in the workplace.
Prior Learning Assessment & Recognition (PLAR)
None
Hours
Lecture, Online, Seminar, Tutorial: 30
Total Hours: 30
Total Hours: 30
Instructional Strategies
Instructional strategies include but are not limited to: lecture, classroom discussion, demonstrations, experiential learning, feedback and reflection, group learning, integration of technology, library research, digital literacy training, role playing, guest speakers.
Grading System
Satisfactory/Unsatisfactory
Passing grade
S (50%)
Evaluation Plan
|
Type |
Percentage |
Assessment activity |
|
Participation |
30 |
Checklist to evaluate active participation in learning |
|
Quizzes/Tests |
20 |
Verbal or written |
|
Reflect |
10 |
Importance of feedback/growth |
|
Other |
20 |
Observation and analysis of organization, scheduling and time management |
|
Other |
20 |
Observation and analysis of study skills |
Course topics
- Organizational Skills Time Management and Agenda Use Study and Test-taking Skills Feedback Research Skills Library Access Learning Centre Orientation Student Services- College Policies
Notes:
- Course contents and descriptions, offerings and schedules are subject to change without notice.
- Students are required to follow all College policies including ones that govern their educational experience at VCC. Policies are available on the VCC website at:
https://www.vcc.ca/about/governance--policies/policies/. - To find out if there are existing transfer agreements for this course, visit the BC Transfer Guide at https://www.bctransferguide.ca.