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Earn
academic credit
for
international
work experiences
through Seattle
Central
Community
College's
Cooperative
Education
Program.
Academic credit
is granted for
successful
completion of a
volunteer/internship
experience,
language school
attendance, and
research
activities. You
may earn up to
15 quarter hour
credits (5
quarter hours =
3.3 semester
credits)
dependent upon
duration of work
experience.
INTERNATIONAL INTERNSHIP /
VOLUNTEER SERVICE ITL197: International Cooperative
Education (5 credits) This course provides students with an opportunity to earn academic credit for work experience or volunteer service in an international setting. It provides for both personal and professional growth and is intended for students who desire to expand their educational experiences beyond the traditional classroom setting by working directly within another culture.
Requires 66 hours of work,
internship, or volunteer hours and
40 hours of language instruction OR
99 hours of work, internship or
volunteer hours. Click
here for the course syllabus.
ITL198: International Cooperative
Education (5 credits)
A continuation of ITL197 or concurrent enrollment in ITL197.
Click
here for the course syllabus.
Policies and Procedures
Disclaimer:
Seattle Central Community College provides individuals with an opportunity to earn college credit for various travel/study experiences. We do not provide travel or lodging information or assistance, nor do we recommend or endorse schools or programs. The selection of a school, program, or work/intern/volunteer activity is the sole responsibility of the individual and as such, it is the student’s responsibility to research the quality and merits of the schools and/or programs they are interested in attending.
Terms of Enrollment:
Enrollment in travel/language courses does not constitute admission to Seattle Central Community College. Students who are not attempting to earn a degree or certificate are registered as non-matriculated students.
Credit:
Students who plan to use this course to fulfill specific curriculum areas should discuss transfer options, and obtain written approval from a counselor or study abroad advisor at their own college/university PRIOR to enrollment in this course.
Academic Calendar:
Seattle Central is on a quarter system. Approximate dates are as follows: Summer: Last week in June through mid-August; Fall: Last week in September through mid-December; Winter: First week in January through March; and Spring: First week in April through mid-June.
Time Limitations:
Students have two quarters (the quarter you are registered for and one additional quarter) to complete courses and will receive a "Y" (on-going) on grade reports until all coursework has been completed. (Please note: The "Y" will remain on transcripts if students do not complete courses.)
One extension (one additional quarter) will be granted at a cost of $50/extension.
Refund Policy:
To receive a refund, students must submit a written request (mailed, faxed, or emailed) to the address listed below.
There will be NO REFUNDS once the initial quarter in which you are registered officially ends.
Financial Aid:
Non-resident students: A matriculated student receiving financial aid from another college/university is not eligible to receive financial aid at Seattle Central. However, you can discuss the possibility of a consortium agreement with your school's financial aid office. If approved, the financial aid office at your school must initiate contact with the financial aid department at Seattle Central.
Resident students: These are contract courses. Students cannot use financial aid for these courses.
Submitting Assignments:
See course syllabus.
Grading System:
See course syllabus.
Final Grade/Transcripts:
If you complete a course during the second quarter of enrollment, a grade change will be processed as soon as the grade is received from the instructor. If you complete coursework prior to the end of the first quarter of enrollment, transcripts will not be available until approximately two weeks following the official end of the quarter.
To request an official transcript of grades, students should call (206) 587-3805 (8:00 am - 4:30 pm, Pacific Standard Time). The fee for official transcripts is $3.00 per copy. Unofficial transcripts are available at no cost to the student. Unofficial transcripts are also available online. Please go to "www.seattlecentral.edu." Click on "Student Online Services."
Honor System:
It is expected that each student will prepare his or her own assignments and that any assignments submitted will be the sole work of the student. Academic dishonesty, including cheating, plagiarism, or knowingly furnishing false information, will not be tolerated. Violation of these rules will be considered Misconduct under the student code WAC 132-F-120-110. Students suspected of misconduct will forfeit all fees and credit will be denied.
Change of Name/Address:
Students are responsible for informing the Cooperative Education Office of his/her current name and address. Delivery of mail to the last address on record constitutes official notification to students.
Student Inquiries:
Students requiring additional information should direct inquiries to:
Cooperative Education & Service-Learning
SEATTLE CENTRAL COMMUNITY COLLEGE
1701 Broadway, BE 1103
Seattle, WA 98122
Seattle Community College District VI reserves the right to make any changes in procedures without notice. In addition, the College District reserves the right to cancel courses or change fees at any time without notice.
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