Bookstore
TransAlta Commons Building, First Floor
8 a.m.-5 p.m. Monday-Thursday
8 a.m.-12 p.m. Friday
360-623-8964
ccbookstore@centralia.edu
The Centralia College Bookstore serves students, faculty, staff, and community members. As a self-supporting auxiliary of Centralia College, all revenue earned benefits Centralia College and campus programs. The bookstore offers new, used, and digital course materials, reference and study aids, art and computer supplies, stationery, snacks, Blazer gear, and gifts.
Visit www.centraliabookstore.com for quarterly course materials information, extended hours, buyback, and rental return information.
Blazer Bite Cafeteria
TransAlta Commons Building, First Floor
8 a.m. - 2 p.m. Monday-Thursday
8 a.m. - 1 p.m. Friday
Closed on days there are no scheduled classes
Food Services offers a full line of fast foods, sandwiches, soups, salads, buffet, beverages, and a variety of snack items for breakfast and lunch.
Children’s Development Center
412 S. Oak Street
7 a.m.-5:30 p.m. Monday-Friday
360-623-8949
Childcare services are available on campus for children ages one year through six years. The childcare program participates in the Washington State Early Achievers Program. Areas of specialization are Child Outcomes, Curriculum, Staff Supports, and Family Engagement and Partnership. Parents participate in the children’s classroom and parenting classes. The childcare center is utilized by the Early Childhood Education programs on campus for training and observation purposes.
Advising/Counseling Center
TransAlta Commons Building, Second Floor
360-623-8967
ccadvising@centralia.edu
The Advising/Counseling Center offers a variety of services. Appointments are recommended, however, drop-in service may be available.
Career Services
Career counseling helps students to identify suitable academic programs and career paths. In collaboration with a counselor, students discover aptitudes, interests, values, and skills through assessment and exploration. Tools available include the Washington Occupational Information System (WOIS), the Strong Interest Inventory and Myers-Briggs Type Indicator® (fee applies), and other career exploration programs. These assessments and resources help students find college programs, career fields and occupations that align with interests and aptitude. These systems can also be used to search for specific information concerning training, skill needs, rate of pay, and job prospects. Students can also receive assistance with resume writing, interview preparation, and job searching.
Counseling
Pre-admission counseling is available to prospective students to provide information about college programs and courses in their area of interest. Personal counseling and educational problem-solving helps students to manage various problems that may interfere with college success. Examples include stress, relationship problems, interpersonal conflicts, anxiety, depression, or grief. Counselors can also help students build strong study skills, manage test anxiety, set realistic goals, explore transfer information, and troubleshoot problems. Counselors help connect students with resources and services to support a positive educational experience.
Educational Services
- Pre-admissions Counseling: Pre-admissions counseling can provide information about programs, courses, and services to match student interest.
- Educational Counseling: Educational counseling can help with study skills, academic deficiencies, test anxiety, setting realistic goals, transfer information, program planning, and class scheduling questions.
- Test Interpretation: Test interpretation is provided for the ACCUPLACER placement test and career inventories (Myers-Brigg-type indicators).
- Transfer Advising: Subject area faculty advisors are the primary source for assisting students in transferring to four-year colleges. However, faculty counselors can assist with application planning and researching transfer options. Transfer information for two- and four-year colleges in Washington are available in the Advising/ Counseling Center.
Blazer Central
Blazer Central is a student resource and success hub located in the TransAlta Commons room 333. It is an intentional study and collaboration space that is relaxed and supportive, and which offers academic and holistic programming that promotes student success.
Services include:
- Low-level technology support - student email, Canvas, Microsoft Office, etc
- Workshops focused on study skills and habits for success, such as time management, effecting textbook reading techniques, and note-taking
- Individual support for navigating the college experience and connecting to campus resources
- The M2IND Initiative (Mentoring/Motivating for Inspiring, Networking, and Development), M2IND-Mentoring/Motivating for Inspiring, Networking, & Development-a peer mentoring program, pairs apprentices with mentors to help them best utilize and maximize their time at Centralia College
Disability Services
TransAlta Commons Building, Room 208
360-623-8966
Centralia College complies with Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, and all other applicable state and federal regulations that prohibit discrimination on the basis of disability.
Students with disabilities, who wish to receive assistance, should contact the Disability Services Office as soon as possible, preferably at least six weeks before the start of the quarter. Disability Services staff members will determine accommodations on an individual case-by-case basis for students that qualify. Current (usually not older than three years) documentation of the disability by a qualified professional is highly recommended to facilitate optimal services.
Honors and Recognition
Phi Theta Kappa
Phi Theta Kappa, the honor society of the two-year college, accepts students with a 3.4 or higher GPA. Contact an advisor for information.
Outstanding Student Award
Outstanding Students, as living examples of the Centralia College mission, will be recognized for their efforts in persevering to overcome obstacles while pursuing their degree, for achieving their educational goals, and for being an active and engaged member of the community. Any member of the college community may nominate a student for the Outstanding Student Award. Students may also nominate themselves. The Outstanding Student Awards are presented at commencement. The Office of the Vice President of Student Services has nomination forms and information about eligibility and criteria for the award.
All-Washington Academic Team
The Centralia College president names one or two students annually to the All-Washington Academic Team. These students are also nominated for the All-USA Today Academic Team, a national student recognition program. To be eligible for nomination, students must demonstrate academic achievement, community activities, and service to the college while attending Centralia College. Nominations are made during fall quarter.
International Student Programs
Enrollment Services Office
TransAlta Commons Building, Second Floor
360-623-8976 • intlcc@centralia.edu
The Enrollment Services Office helps international students with academic planning and immigration.
International students must follow immigration regulations. With an F-1 student visa, students must enroll in a minimum of 12 credits per term, make satisfactory progress toward a degree, and maintain a cumulative grade point average (GPA) of 2.0 (C) or better. Instructors, advisors, and the staff of Enrollment Services can provide assistance.
Testing
Kirk Library, Room 121
8 a.m. - 7 p.m. Monday-Thursday
360-623-8920 • cctestingcenter@centralia.edu
Tests Offered
- Next-Generation ACCUPLACER (college English placement)
- GED
- Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) certification
- American Medical Technologist (AMT) exam
- Washington Educator Skills Tests (WEST)
- WAMAP (college math placement)
Testing Accommodations
Students with documented disabilities can request accommodations and apply for services through Centralia College Disability Services at 360-623-8966. For accommodation requests for GED testing, contact Pearson Vue at www.ged.com.
Current photo ID is required for all testing.
Instructional Support
Writing Center
TransAlta Commons Building, Room 301
360-623-8841
The L.G. Foss Writing Center offers support to students working on academic writing. In the center, trained writing center consultants offer students feedback on their writing while encouraging them to apply what they learn to improving their own writing process. Students can submit their drafts online, make an appointment, or drop by to work with the center’s staff. In addition, the Writing Center has computer stations, workshops, and resources that may help students as they continue to develop their writing skills. Students can visit www.centralia.edu/resources/academic/writing-center.aspx to get additional information, to make appointment, or to submit a draft online.
PROS Speech Tutors
TransAlta Commons Building, Room 337
10 a.m.-1 p.m. Monday-Thursday (closed in the summer)
This drop-in center provides help to any student with an upcoming presentation, speech, or even job interview. If it has to do with communication, these are your “Pros.”
STEM Tutoring Center
Walton Science Center, Room 309
Hours vary by quarter
The STEM Tutoring Center is a venue for students to study collaboratively and receive help and guidance from faculty members and peer tutors. The drop-in center provides free tutoring and a group work area for science, technology, engineering, math, and other areas as tutors are available. For information about subjects and time, visit the Canvas classroom at https://centralia.instructure.com/courses/1942307.
Peer Tutoring
Walton Science Center, Room 309
Peer tutoring is an instructional support technique used successfully with students at all levels. Peer tutors help students master a subject area. Tutoring can strengthen and improve students’ academic abilities and achievement. Upon request, tutoring is available for most classes taught at Centralia College.
Peer tutoring is free to registered Centralia College students. To apply to be a peer tutor, students need to meet a minimum of 3.2 GPA and complete an application form.
Library
360-623-8956
The Kirk Library provides a robust and relevant variety of print, digital, media, and open education resources. The library website is the gateway to information resources and academic research tools. Currently enrolled students may borrow materials, access library computers with Microsoft Office Suite, and use Ask-WA, a live chat service with a librarian, 24-hours-a-day, 7-days-a-week.
Elearning
Kirk Library, Room 137
360-623-8955
ccelearniong@centralia.edu
eLearning can help students with online educational tools including Canvas, Panopto, and other websites used for classes. eLearning can also help with software used for classes, such as internet browsers and Microsoft Office. In addition, eLearning can help with signing in and resetting your ctcLink password, learning how to use the above tools, and troubleshooting with you when things go wrong.
Parking
Students should not park in spots marked RESERVED or in spots marked for Disabled Parking unless they have legal state-issued decal. See the Centralia College website for detailed information about parking.
Racks are provided for bicycles. Bicycles are not permitted inside buildings and may not be secured to college facilities (other than designated bike racks).
Sports Programs
Intercollegiate Athletics
Michael Smith Gymnasium, Room 117
360-623-8926
centraliablazers.com
Centralia College is a member of the Northwest Athletic Conference (NWAC). The teams are known as the Trailblazers. The comprehensive intercollegiate athletic program provides competition for both men and women students and is gaining an enviable record in all league competition.
The athletic program offers opportunities to participate in the following varsity team sports:
- Baseball - Men
- Basketball - Men and Women
- Golf - Women
- Soccer - Men and Women
- Softball (fast pitch) - Women
- Volleyball - Women
Student Job Center
TransAlta Commons Building, Room 228
360-623-8974
studentjobs@centralia.edu
The Student Job Center can help Centralia College students find part-time student employment on- and off-campus to supplement their educational costs. Visit the Job Center to review potential jobs and receive a job referral for an official interview.
Student Employment Programs:
- Federal Work-Study On-campus (must be eligible for financial aid)
- On-campus Employment (no financial aid eligibility required)
- Federal Work Study Community Service (on and off- campus, must be eligible for financial aid)
- State Work Study On-campus (must be a Washington resident and eligible for financial aid)
- State Work Study Off-campus (must be a Washington resident and eligible for financial aid)
- Federal Work Study Reading/Math Tutor (must be eligible for financial aid)
Student Life and Involvement Center (SLIC)
TransAlta Commons Building, Room 137
360-623-8972
How To Get Involved
The Student Life and Involvement Center (SLIC) is the headquarters for student leadership and campus involvement. SLIC oversees student government; budgets for all student-funded programs, clubs, and organizations; and provides campus activities and support services to all student-funded programs. SLIC holds leadership training throughout the year for all student leaders and any student that is interested. SLIC also provides student identification cards and parking passes, maintains a campus lost and found, and posts on campus bulletin boards.
Student Advocacy Activities Leadership Team (SAALT)
SAALT is a group of student leaders who advocate and plan events for Centralia College students. SAALT is committed to social justice, sustainability and creating inclusive events for all Centralia students. The President, Vice President and Coordinators on SAALT work together to provide social, cultural, educational, and advocacy work through serving on campus committees, being part of the College Shared Governance Model and campus programming. As the representatives for the governing body of Centralia College Students, all SAALT members are responsible for advocating for students.
SAALT holds weekly meeting that are open to all students. Members of SAALT are selected each spring and receive compensation for their time. SAALT appoints students to be part of the governance process by serving on college committees.
Clubs and Organizations
Student clubs and organizations offer opportunities for students to meet friends, satisfy special interests, and contribute to campus life. Students can organize and join associations to promote their special interests.
Currently recognized student groups include but are not limited to:
- Gender Sexuality Alliance
- Medical Assistant Club
- Nerds the Gathering
- Art Club
- Theatre Club
- Speech Club
- Spilled Ink (Literary publication)
- Latinxs Unidos
- Centralia College East Organization of Students
- And many more!
Students are encouraged to start clubs through the recognition process. For a complete list of currently recognized clubs and organizations, visit https://www.centralia.edu/resources/student-life/clubs.aspx.
Esports
TransAlta Commons Building, Room 339
360-623-8660
Centralia College has joined more than 180 other institutions nationwide in offering esports that are competitive at the intercollegiate level. Centralia College is a member of the National Junior College Athletic Association Esports. In the fall of 2019, CC finished first and third in Smash Ultimate and second in Rocket League.
Food Pantry
TransAlta Commons Building, Room 137
360-623-8972
The Trailblazer Food Pantry exists to provide free food and personal care items to Centralia College students experiencing food insecurity. The pantry is a “client choice” pantry, meaning students can pick the food that suits their needs best. Food from the pantry is a mix of donated and purchased items. Currently enrolled students can access the food pantry twice per month.
Student Rights and Responsibilities
The college has established policies providing for the rights and responsibilities of students. Copies of this code (WAC 132L-351) are available from the SLIC or the Vice President of Student Services Office.
- This is a summary of the Student Rights and Responsibilities Code. It is not a complete summary and does not replace the actual code. Refer to the code itself for a complete understanding of its content.
- Centralia College has this code to help fulfill its mission. See WAC 132L-351-010.
- If you violate this code, Centralia College can discipline you. See WAC 132L-351-015.
- Some words in the code have technical or special meanings. These are defined. See WAC 132L-351-020.
- You are accountable for your behavior both on and off campus. See WAC 132L-351-025.
- You have constitutional rights. See WAC 132L-351-030.
- You have these freedoms: access, association, press, speech, assembly, due process, and other rights. You are also protected from unlawful discrimination, sexual harassment, and unreasonable search. See WAC 132L-351- 035.
- You should take an active role in your learning, obey the law, and follow college rules. See WAC 132L-351-040.
- Do not hurt, intimidate, or bother people. See WAC 132L- 351-040.
- Be honest and tell the truth. See WAC 132L-351-040.
- Do not cheat. See WAC 132L-351-040.
- Do not steal or cause damage to other people’s property. See WAC 132L-351-040.
- Do not go where you are not supposed to. See WAC 132L-351-040.
- Do not abuse computers, telephones or other electronic equipment; do not use them to break the law or to bother people. See WAC 132L-351-040.
- The use of tobacco, alcohol, and drugs is strictly controlled. See WAC 132L-351-040.
- Hazing is prohibited. See WAC 132L-351-040.
- If you disrupt the classroom, the faculty member may remove you for that day. The same thing could happen if you disrupt an office. You can also be disciplined further. See WAC 132L-351-040.
- If you violate the code, you can receive anything from a warning to dismissal. You can also be fined or have other restrictions placed on you. See WAC 132L-351-050.
- If you are a threat to people, you will be suspended immediately. You will get a hearing later. See WAC 132L-351-100.
- If you are accused of violating this code, you will be summoned to an initial hearing. See WAC 132L-351-055.
- You can appeal decisions to the Conduct Committee, then to the president. See WAC 132L-351-060.
- There are rules about how the Conduct Committee conducts its process and handles records. See WAC 132L-351-080.
- There are rules about how the Conduct Committee considers evidence. The college has to prove its case by a preponderance of evidence. See WAC 132L-351-085.
- There are rules about what the Conduct Committee can do, and how it communicates its results. See WAC 132L-351-090.
- There are rules about how and when to appeal. See WAC 132L-351-095.
- There are rules about how this code is changed. WAC 132L-351-240.
- There is supplemental discipline process for sexual misconduct cases that have a few differences. WAC 132L-351-200.
- The Conduct officer will communicate to both parties during a sexual misconduct case and investigation. WAC 132L-351-230.
- The complainant in a sexual misconduct case can appeal. WAC 132L-351-280.
TRIO Programs
TransAlta Commons Building, Second Floor
Three federally funded TRIO programs - TRIO TS, Upward Bound, and Student Support Services - provide support services to help underrepresented college-bound students who meet federal eligibility requirements. The programs assist students as they prepare for college, attend college, and transfer to a four-year college or university.
TRIO TS
360-623-8969
TRIO TS assists 7-12 grade students with the exploration of career and educational options beyond high school. Services include academic support, career and college guidance, and assistance with the completion of college, financial aid and scholarship applications.
Upward Bound
360-623-8968
This college-prep program prepares high school students for college success through weekly academic support during the school year, and an intensive six-week program in the summer, including college visits and cultural opportunities.
Student Support Services
360-623-8970
Student Support Services (SSS) helps students learn how college works and how to make it work for them. Services are designed to help students build the skills and motivation necessary to graduate from Centralia College and/or transfer to a four-year college to earn a bachelor’s degree.
SSS offers these services:
- Free 3-credit Student Success Course
- In-person math and English tutoring
- 24/7 online tutoring in 300 subjects (English and Spanish)
- Academic advising with priority registration
- Textbook and laptop loan
- Help with the FAFSA
- Student advocacy and empowerment
- Career exploration
- Transfer planning
- Four-year college visits and tours
- Scholarship search assistance
- Financial literacy training
Technology Resources
The college provides a wide range of computing resources and internet services to students. There are general-purpose computer labs with Windows-based PCs equipped with a variety of software applications. There are specialty labs supporting various educational programs including computer science, graphic arts, music, mathematics, and physics. Many of our labs incorporate delivery of applications via VDI (Virtual Desktop Infrastructure) for reduced energy use and carbon footprint. The campus wireless network has been upgraded to WiFi 6 to improve connectivity. Students also have the option of free access to Microsoft applications under the Microsoft Campus Agreement.
Online Courses
Kirk Library
360-623-8955
Centralia College offers a variety of course formats called modalities. These options allow extra flexibility in scheduling classes. All of these options require some computer literacy and internet access due to the online course content.
Online Section
Class is held online with no required dates/times for meeting. All activities delivered online through Canvas or similar system.
Virtual Section
Class meets with instructor through Zoom, WebEx, etc. (subject to instructor preference) with required dates and times.
Hybrid Section
Class is a combination of online and face-to-face with instructor on campus at required dates/times.
Hybrid/Virtual Section
Class is a combination of online and using meeting platforms like Zoom, WebEx, etc. with required dates and times specified.
For more information about class registration and becoming a priority student, please see the Registration section. For questions about specific courses being offered, please contact the instructor of the course or the Instruction Office at 360-623-8929.
NOTE: Persons with a disability who would like accommodations with any of the programs and services of the college can contact the Disability Services Office at 360-623-8966. Students are encouraged to do this as early as possible.
Continuing Education
Career and Technical Education Office
Technology Building, Room 114
360-623-8940
www.campusce.net/centralia
Centralia College’s Continuing Education department offers a variety of non-credit classes, workshops, and certifications that are offered throughout the year. The classes are self-supporting and are offered at various times and locations. The classes are designed for personal enrichment and/or job advancement. The Continuing Education department also develops and coordinates training for business and industry in the local community. Consult the quarterly schedule of classes or contact the Continuing Education department for current offerings or training needs.
Certificate Programs
Centralia College offers several non-credit vocational certificates. Contact the Centralia College Career and Technical Education Office for details.
Academic And Credit Information
Full-Time Designation
How many hours does a student need, to be considered full-time?
- Full-time: 12 or more units per quarter
- ¾-time: 9-11 units per quarter
- ½-time: 6-8 units per quarter
- Less than ½-time: 1-5 units per quarter
Units By Class Type
- Lecture/Theory - 1 contact hour per week per unit; 2 hours per week outside work per unit
- Lab/Guided Practice - 2 contact hours per week per unit; 1 hour per week outside work per unit
- Field Studies/Clinical Experience - 3 contact hours per unit per week; no outside work
The following definitions have been established to guide instructional practice, with each definition equating to a minimum of three weekly hours of students’ effort per unit.
Lecture/Theory
Students are engaged with faculty and class members in learning theoretical material and/or engaging in activities to apply the theory leading to mastery of course outcomes. Modes of instructional delivery could include but are not limited to: lecture, small group discussion, guided conversation, demonstration, case studies, role playing, problem-based inquiry, and collaborative activities. Instruction may be a mix of presentation, facilitation, and guided activities evidenced by frequent ongoing communication between instructor and students. Such activities could take place in a variety of instructional modalities. One credit is generated by one weekly contact hour of instruction or the equivalent amount of work over a different amount of time. Generally, this requires out-of-class student effort, typically two hours per class hour.
Lab/Guided Practice
Students are actively engaged in practicing and mastering skills under the supervision of the instructor. This category of instruction could include but are not limited to labs, studios, shops, clinical experiences, computer-mediated learning, hands-on projects, or other skill building activities. Instruction may be individualized or group-focused and include skills assessment. Such activities could take place in a variety of instructional modalities. One credit is generated by two weekly contact hours of instruction or the equivalent amount of work over a different amount of time. May also include out-of-class student effort, typically one hour per two class hours.
Field Studies/Clinical Experience
Students are engaged in autonomous study or related work activity under the intermittent supervision of the instructor. This mode includes working with or under the direction of professional practitioners and may include preceptorships, co-ops, internships, or service learning activities. Verification of learning outcomes is documented by college faculty in collaboration with professional practitioners. One credit is generated by a minimum of three weekly contact hours of supervised learning experience. Programs may determine that additional hours are needed for the student learning needs. However, only one credit will be generated for enrollment counting purposes. Source: https://www.sbctc.edu/colleges-staff/policies-rules/policy-manual/chapter-5.aspx
Class Breaks
The normal class schedule is 50 minutes, with 10 minutes between classes. Labs and block classes operate on extended class periods of two or more hours. In those cases, it is appropriate for faculty to provide students with break periods. However, the cumulative time for breaks should not exceed the total of 10 minutes per hour. Students should be back in class and fully productive at the end of the break period. Breaks should be scheduled regularly throughout the class period and class periods may not be shortened by elimination of the break periods.
Class Dismissals
Holding classes in accordance with adopted schedules has high priority in the educational program. However, the class periods can, on occasion, be superseded by other educational opportunities.
Class and Office Disruptions and Student Discipline
Centralia College exists to provide educational programs for its students and activities that disrupt the educational process will not be tolerated. All members of the faculty and staff have a responsibility to ensure the orderly conduct of the educational process.
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