MCCS South Carolina
Lifelong Learning &
Education Opportunities
www.mccssc.com/lifelong
The Department of Defense (DoD) and the Marine Corps neither endorse nor favor any commercial supplier, product, or service.
We would like to thank New River Auto Mall for their sponsorship of MCCS events and activities.
M
arine Corps Community Services South Carolina’s Lifelong Learning program provides voluntary education and library programs that can help prepare Marines for success in their professional lives, both while in the Corps, and later in civilian life.PROGRAMS
The Military Academic Skills Program (MASP)
improves skills in reading, writing and mathematics for active duty military personnel. Family members of active duty personnel (18 or older) are invited to attend on a space available basis. A Test of Adult Basic Education (TABE) placement test is required for admission to the program. This is an excellent resource for improving competency at work, test scores and other testing abilities.
The United Services Military Apprenticeship
Program (USMAP)
is a formal military training program that provides service members the opportunity to improve job skills and complete civilian apprenticeship requirements while on active duty. USMAP requires no off-duty hours. It combines on-the-job training and related technical instruction in which you receive practical and technical training. Upon program completion, the US Dept of Labor (DoL) provides the nationally recognized “Certificate of Completion”. More information is available at
usmap.cnet.navy.mil.
Defense Activity for Non-Traditional Education
Support Testing Program (DANTES)
includes more than 200 examinations. Testing includes High School equivalency (GED), College Level Examina-tions (CLEP, DSST), certification examinaExamina-tions in many fields, plus SAT, ACT, GRE (subject exams only), Praxis, and GED Practice for spouses. If you want to take a test, check with us first! Classification testing includes tests provided by HQMC and USN including the AFCT, DLAB, DLPT, ASTB, and EDPT. Test proctoring services are also available for Distance Learning college courses.
Marine Corps Deployed Education
is coordinated by MCAS Cherry Point and MCB Camp Pendleton. Deployed instructors teach basic skills and college courses to deployed Marines. Park University is the local provider for the Beaufort area.
The Servicemember Opportunity Colleges Marine
Corps (SOCMAR)
is a contract-for-degree agreement between the home college and student at the Associate and Bachelor de-gree levels. SOCMAR guarantees the transfer of courses between SOCmember colleges and has limited residency requirements. All colleges in the TriCommand area are SOCMAR participating colleges. Agreements are available for military spouses as well.
Sailor/Marine American Council on Education
Registry Transcript (SMART)
documents recommended college credit for military
training in a format widely accepted by colleges and
universities. The actual type and amount of credit
awarded will depend on the policies of the college or
university you attend and your academic goal. More
information at smart.cnet.navy.mil.
MARINE TUITION ASSISTANCE
TA is available to all active duty Marines at 100% of the cost of tuition, up to $250 per semester hour, for an annual cap of $4,500 per fiscal year. The eligibility guidelines are as follows.
You must:
• have TA authorization prior to beginning of course; • have a minimum GT score of 100 (or 10.2 TABE Test or MASP Completion);
• have completed College 101 orientation; • have no outstanding TA debt;
• have no more than two grades outstanding; • have no disciplinary actions pending
Education Offices
MCRD Parris Island, Bldg 923 • 228-2152 | MCAS Beaufort, Bldg 596 • 228-7484
www.mccssc.com/lifelong
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MCCS SC Lifelong Learning
NAVY TUITION ASSISTANCE
TA is available to all active duty sailors for 16 semester hours per fiscal year, at 100% of the cost of tuition up to $250 per semester hour. The eligibility guidelines are as follows.
You must:
• have TA authorization prior to beginning of course; • have no outstanding TA debt;
• have no more than two grades outstanding; • have no disciplinary actions pending; • do TA applications online via myeducation.netc.navy.mil
FINANCIAL AID INFORMATION
Military family members primarily utilize the following financial aid websites:
www.fafsa.ed.gov www.finaid.org www.mcsfex.net www.fastweb.com www.studentaid.ed.gov Alternate sites for textbooks:
half.ebay.com
www.campusbooks.com www.amazon.com
We do not endorse any of these websites. For a more detailed list, please visit your local education office.
LIBRARIES
Convenient and extensive services are available for your research and study aboard MCRD Parris Island and MCAS Beaufort. Please see details on page 11.
DIRECTIONS
MCAS Beaufort Education Office:
On main road, Bldg 596 is on left, just past MCX. Second deck. Room 211
Library:
Bldg 596. First deck.
MCRD Parris Island Education Office:
On the main road, turn right just past the theater. Go to the second stop sign (at “T” intersection), then turn left. Bldg 923 is the first building on the left. Office at far end of building.
Library:
On the main road, first building (Bldg 283) on left after you pass the Parade Deck. Second deck, above Visitors Center.
Education Offices
MCRD Parris Island, Bldg 923 • 228-2152 | MCAS Beaufort, Bldg 596 • 228-7484
http://www.mccssc.com/lifelong
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MCCS SC Lifelong Learning
1. SHOP AROUND WITH DIFFERENT SCHOOLS.
Visit offices, check websites, call representatives, etc. You may take classes through colleges you find in this catalog or other approved colleges (there are hundreds). Things to consider:
(a) Is the college accredited? We recommend Regional Accreditation, especially if you may wish to transfer or get a higher degree later. National Accreditation may suffice, especially if the degree or certificate obtained completes all of your educational goals.
(b) Do they offer the degree and courses you want? (c) Do they have the delivery options you want? Many
on-base colleges offer in-class instruction or web-based instruction.
(d) Is the college reasonably priced? Tuition assistance (TA) should cover tuition through the bachelor’s degree, and can pay for some master’s degree tuition. TA rates are $250 per semester hour, $166.67 per quarter hour, and $16.67 per clock hour.
(e) Ask us at the Lifelong Learning Center/Education Office (LLC/EO) about the college you are considering before you obligate yourself or sign any contract. We can ensure tuition assistance approval, accreditation and sometimes reputation for the school you are considering. We have a library with information on colleges you can review for schools.
2. SMART TRANSCRIPTS:
(a) Check your transcript and even print an unofficial transcript at: smart.cnet.navy.mil.
(b) Get an official SMART transcript sent to the school of your choice via a form at the Education Office.
3. SEND OFF FOR OFFICIAL TRANSCRIPTS
Available from other schools, previous colleges, and even high schools. (There may be a fee.)
4. SOME COLLEGES REQUIRE A LOCAL ENTRANCE TEST.
The purpose is to check your math and English levels, especially if you are a new college student or a transfer student without English and/or math classes. The SAT and ACT tests are rarely required.
5. YOU CAN TAKE TESTS FOR COLLEGE CREDIT.
We provide CLEP, DSST testing, and more.
There are dozens of tests available. Lists of tests and study guides are available via LLC/EO. Tests are free of charge for military personnel and at cost for family members and military civilians. Tests are given at our National
Testing Center at TCL, tel. 843-525-8344 BY APPOINTMENT ONLY. For more information call: MCAS Beaufort 228-7474
MCRD Parris Island 228-3426
Note: Only DSST Public Speaking is still given at the LLC/ED.
6. TUITION ASSISTANCE PROCESS:
(a) Choose classes (we recommend a new student start with one class due to busy USMC schedules). (b) Fill out entire TA request form.
(c) Get OIC/XO/CO signature.
(d) Bring TA request form to LLC/EO.
(e) Pick up TA authorization (prior to first class or it will be cancelled).
(f) Deliver to college immediately.
(g) Must notify EO of any changes (withdraw from classes, additional classes, dates, amounts, subject/class, etc.)
7. TAKE CLASSES SERIOUSLY.
Set aside enough time for homework and studying. You must pass the class or pay the TA back.
Education Offices
MCRD Parris Island, Bldg 923 • 228-2152 | MCAS Beaufort, Bldg 596 • 228-7484
www.mccssc.com/lifelong
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BEFORE YOU COMMIT TO COLLEGE
So you want to start college classes but are not sure where to start? The following is a list of things you should consider.
E
mbry-Riddle Aeronautical University is a global institution holding a prominent place in aviation and aerospace education.DEGREES
ERAU offers classes leading to an AS or BS in Aeronautics, Technical Management, and Aviation Maintenance Management.
Minors are offered in Safety; Logistics; Occupational Safety and Health; and Management.
Undergraduate and Graduate Aviation Safety certificates are also available, as part of a program of study or separately.
ADVANCED DEGREES
MS in Aeronautical Science, with specializations in Aeronautics; Space Operations Management; Human Factors; Aerospace Operations Space Studies; Aerospace Safety Systems; Aerospace Management; and Aerospace Education Technology.
COLLEGE CREDIT AWARDED
We award college credit for the following: • 3, 4 Levels
• Enlisted and Officer tech, training schools and courses • NCO and SNCO Academy leadership schools
• Major Naval Command Academies and PME • FAA A&P licenses/certificates
• Most CLEP and DANTES exams
• Transfer credit from other colleges/universities attended
TUITION ASSISTANCE 100%
You might be closer to a degree than you think!
PROFESSIONAL & FLEXIBLE
Many of our faculty are retired or active duty military personnel. We have over 130 operation/teaching sites.
INTERNATIONAL REPUTATION
ERAU Aerospace Department is ranked Number One in the country. Fully accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools.
EASY ACCESS
Courses are taught in five 9-week terms per year, with one evening class session at MCAS Beaufort per term.
DISTANCE LEARNING
Distance Learning courses starting monthly, running twelve weeks.
FOR YOU
The world’s largest independent aeronautical university, ERAU has a student body of more than 21,000. Serving the Beaufort area since 1997. Open to military and civilians, and designed for the non-traditional adult student. Approved for veteran’s benefits.
ERAU Office
MCAS Beaufort • 228-7585 | Beaufort [email protected]
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EMBRY-RIDDLE AERONAUTICAL UNIVERSITY
The Only Accredited
Aviation-Oriented University in the World
F
ounded in 1875, Park University is an independent, comprehensive university noted for academicexcellence, providing extended learning opportunities for military and civilians for over 100 years.
DEGREE PROGRAMS
All courses required for the AS and BS degrees are offered at MCAS Beaufort. All degrees and courses are open to military and civilian students.
Bachelor of Science
requires 120 semester hours and 30 hours in residency; Associate of Science requires 60 semester hours with 15 hours in residency.
BS degrees are offered in Social Psychology; Criminal Justice Administration; Business Management; Information Systems Management; Health Care Management; and Human Resources Management.
Associate of Science
degrees offered in Information and Computer Science; Criminal Justice Administration; Business Management; and Social Psychology.
ACCREDITATION AND TRANSFER
Park University is accredited by National, Regional and State agencies. Courses and degrees are readily transferable. Thousands of Park graduates have gone on to earn
advanced degrees. Students may transfer credits from courses taken at other regionally accredited colleges and universities with a course grade of ‘C’ or better. Park also accepts successful CLEP, DSST and Excelsior testing results along with transfer credit for military education.
TERM INFO
Courses are conducted in five annual 8-week terms, on weekday evenings, with 2 weeks between terms. Students taking 2 courses per term are classified as full-time. An AS degree can be earned in 2 years, a BS degree in 4 years or less, depending upon military/civilian transfer credits.
FINANCIAL AID
Financial aid is available, including Tuition Assistance, Veterans Administration, and Federal student aid grants and/or loans. Please contact us for details.
DISTANCE LEARNING
A wide variety of Internet undergraduate courses are available. Complete online graduate degrees in Health Care Leadership, Communication and Leadership, Business Administration, Public Affairs and Education are available. Graduate certificate programs are also available. Please contact us for details.
FOR YOU
Open to civilian and military high school graduates or GED holders, with the desire and scholarly ability for college level achievement.
Park University Office
MCRD Parris Island • 228-3502 | MCAS Beaufort • 228-7052 / fax 522-9362
www.park.edu/beau
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PARK UNIVERSITY
W
hile stationed in Beaufort, attend the Technical College of the Lowcountry (TCL), the area’s comprehensive two-year institution! Technology intensive higher education that equips students with the skills necessary to take advantage of excellent career possibilities.DEGREES
Associate Degrees, Diplomas, Certificates, Transfer Pro-grams, Continuing Education & Workforce Development
PROFESSIONAL SERVICES
Professional Services in non-credit instruction include Real Estate, Insurance Pre-Licensing, Phlebotomy, Command Spanish, Customer Service, Culinary Arts and many other workforce development training areas.
ACCREDITATION
Southern Association of Colleges and Schools (SACS); National League for Nursing Accrediting Commission; National Accrediting Commission of Cosmetology Arts & Sciences; Association of Collegiate Business Schools and Programs; National Accrediting Commission of Cos-metology Arts & Sciences (NACCAS); Paralegal program approved by the American Bar Association.
PROGRAM OFFERINGS
Health Sciences
Nursing, Radiologic Technology, Surgical Technology, Physical Therapy Assistant, and Massage Therapy.
Industrial Technology
HVAC, Industrial Electronics and Microsoft Certifications, Building Construction, Civil Engineering Technology, Cosmetology, and Basic Video Production.
Business Technologies
General Business and associated career pathways including Fire Service Administration and Hospitality/Tourism Management, Legal/Paralegal, Computer Technology including Programming and Multimedia Design, and Criminal Justice.
Arts & Sciences
Early Child Care & Education and Transfer courses and programs to four-year institutions in South Carolina and to several out of state institutions.
TCL Offices
MCRD Parris Island • 228-2659 | MCAS Beaufort • 228-7494
Main Campus • 525-8211 | www.tcl.edu
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TECHNICAL COLLEGE OF THE LOWCOUNTRY
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ur comprehensive Web-based program delivers unparalleled convenience and flexibility in the pursuit of your Associate, Bachelors or Masters degree. University of Phoenix is the nation’s largest private university. Our mission is to provide superior education designed around your busy lifestyle. Our commitment to your educational excellence, and student service has made us the number one school for working professionals.DEGREE PROGRAMS
Complete degree programs in Business; Technology; Criminal Justice; Education; Health Care; Nursing; Management; or an Associate degree.
CERTIFICATE PROGRAMS
Global Management; Technology Management;
E-Business; Human Resources Management; Operations Management; and Project Management.
FINANCIAL AID
Including the University of Phoenix offers numerous options for financing your education including: Tuition Assistance, the GI Bill. Low interest financial aid, loans, grants, and scholarships are available.
REAL WORLD
More than just convenient, University of Phoenix offers one of the most up-to-date curriculums anywhere. We ensure that our programs provide the skills and expertise that are in demand. We develop our curriculum based on the current needs of industry. We then draw our faculty from the leaders of that industry, to provide the most valuable education possible. The curriculum is continually updated to reflect the latest proven concepts and practices.
All courses are designed for the immediate use of new skills and knowledge in the workplace. The entire program is organized to foster teamwork, critical thinking, and project management. While you are learning the concepts and techniques, you are developing the exact same skills that lead to success in today’s military and business worlds: decision making; communication; presentation; and leader-ship skills.
University of Phoenix Offices
MCRD Parris Island • 228-0300 | MCAS Beaufort • 228-0301
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UNIVERSITY OF PHOENIX ONLINE
W
elcome to The University of South Carolina Beaufort. As the center for research, scholarship, and public service in the southeast coastal region of South Carolina, the University of South Carolina Beaufort (USCB) offers programs in Mathematics and the Natural Sciences, Humanities, and Professional and Social Sciences. All curriculum encourages depth of understanding, tolerance of others, and individual accountability. USCB grounds its academic programs in a rigorous Liberal Arts core curriculum, reinforced by regional strengths and needs. The intellectual and cultural keystone of the region, the University enriches residents’ quality of life through community service; symposia, presentations of the performing and fine arts; research initiatives; and partnerships with area schools, businesses, and organizations.PROGRAMS
Associate of Arts and Associate of Science
Bachelor of Arts
Early Childhood Education; English; Liberal Studies; Psychology, History, Spanish, Sociology, Studio Arts, and Communications.
Bachelor of Science
Biology; Business Management; Hospitality Management; Human Services, Computational Science and
RN Completion Program.
TUITION ASSISTANCE
Tuition Assistance is available to qualified active duty military. Military students and family members may also be eligible for other financial aid such as grants, student loans and scholarships. Contact the USCB Financial Aid office for more information at 521-4104.
COLLEGE CREDIT AWARDED
Military experience can be evaluated for college credit for fully-admitted freshmen or transfer students. Up to 15 hours can be awarded toward an Associate degree and 30 hours toward a Bachelors degree. Credit awards will vary, depending on the degree program pursued.
CAREER SERVICES
The Academic Success Center provides the following free services for USCB students to assist with career-related issues: individual career counseling; information on graduate schools; an employment notebook; the South Carolina Occupational Information System (SCOIS); access to and support of the USC Career website; a career resource library; resume and cover letter review; and class presentations.
University Locations
As a USC Beaufort student you are welcome to attend classes at two separate locations in Beaufort County. The Historic Beaufort Campus on Carteret Street in downtown Beaufort and the Gateway to Hilton Head Campus in Okatie near the turn off to Hilton Head Island.
With two teaching sites in Beaufort County, you will be able to find a convenient campus location that suites your needs. Both campus locations are full service facilities with admissions, advisement and financial services on-site. Morning, afternoon, and evening courses are available with in-state tuition offered to active duty servicemembers and their families. Also, active duty members are provided an additional tuition reduction. USC Beaufort is a “Yellow Ribbon” participant school associated with Post 911 GI Bill benefits and is a charter member of the Leadership Scholar Program.
USCB Offices
MCRD Parris Island • 208-8149 | MCAS Beaufort • 368-8211
Main Campus • 521-4100 | www.uscb.edu
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C
onsider Webster University for your Graduate Degree program. Webster celebrates over 25 years in Beaufort, providing the military and civilian communities with quality Master Degree programs. The University was founded in 1915 in St. Louis, Missouri. There are now 100 campuses nationwide and in Europe, China, Thailand, and Bermuda. There are campuses at over 35 military bases.DEGREE PROGRAMS
MBA (Master in Business Administration)
Master of Arts in Business and Organizational Security Management; Human Resources Development; and Management and Leadership
It is possible to do “dual” degrees combining any two of the MA programs or to do an area of emphasis with the MBA.
PROGRAMS & CLASS SCHEDULES
ARE TAILORED TO THE NEEDS
OF WORKING ADULTS
• There are 5 nine week terms per year.
• Each class meets one night a week for nine weeks. • A student may begin the program at any time. • It is possible to complete the 12 course MBA and MA degrees in as few as 15 months.
ADMISSIONS
GRE/GMAT exams are not required for admission. A student must hold a Bachelors degree from a regionally accredited college or university.
LIVE INSTRUCTION
Direct contact instruction is provided by highly qualified professionals. Small classes assure individualized attention to students’ needs. The MBA is also available online.
Webster University Offices
MCRD Parris Island • 228-3700 | MCAS Beaufort • 228-7490 | Navel Hospital Beaufort • 524-1851
www.webster.edu
Welcome to the World of Webster University
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WEBSTER UNIVERSITY
MCAS BEAUFORT
Internet Access, Email, Online Research Copying and Scanning
Computers with software for writing school projects, reports, letters, your next novel... Bring your floppy disks with you to save your work. We even have a typewriter, helpful for filling out forms in duplicate.
Research & Reference
ProQuest® Database: The award-winning online
information service and database helps you research for papers and reports.
NewsBank Database: NewsBank FullText Newspapers is the perfect resource for keeping track of news back home. The database contains the full-text content of more than 400 local and regional newspapers.
Education & Reference Section: Working on college courses, educational advancement, or just curious about something? We have Study Guides for the following tests: CLEP and DSST only. We also have some of the textbooks and magazines currently in use for course work at Park University, Embry-Riddle University, and Wheelock College. Please ask at the circulation desk.
Military Section: A wide assortment of materials on military tactics, strategy, biography, and fiction, covering all wars and conflicts in which America took part. Plus the US Marine Corps Reading List.
Quiet Study Room available for small groups.
Collections
Aviation Journals, Books on Tape, Books on CD-ROM, Best Sellers, Videos
Inter-Library Loans, Reserve Book Service, Tax Forms
Library Website
www.library/link.info/beaufort
MCAS Beaufort Library • 228-7682
Bldg 596 (Training & Education) Monday-Thursday 0800-2000 Friday 0800-1500
Saturday Noon-1700 Sunday Closed
MCRD PARRIS ISLAND
Internet Access, Email, Online Research Copying and Scanning
Computers with software for writing school projects, reports, letters, your next novel... Bring your floppy disks with you to save your work. We even have a typewriter, helpful for filling out forms in duplicate.
Research & Reference
ProQuest® Database: The award-winning online
information service and database helps you research for papers and reports.
NewsBank Database: NewsBank FullText Newspapers is the perfect resource for keeping track of news back home. The database contains the full-text content of more than 400 local and regional newspapers.
Education & Reference Section: Working on college courses, educational advancement, or just curious about something? We have Study Guides for the following tests: ASVAB, CLEP, SAT, ACT, GRE, GMAT & LSAT.
South Carolina Section: Information and history about our state; fiction and non-fiction by local writers.
The General A.M.Gray Warrior Library Military Section:
This unique-to-Parris Island resource contains a large collection covering a wide assortment of military tactics, military strategy, biography, and fiction, covering all wars and conflicts in which America took part— starting with the Revolutionary War. Also the US Marine Corps Reading List.
Leisure Reading & Listening
Books on Tape, How-To Information Videos, Inter- Library Loans, Reserve Book Service, Tax Forms, Magazines, Other Periodicals and Newspapers.
Library Website
www.library/link.info/parris
MCRD Parris Island Library • 228-1671
Fax 228-3840
Bldg 283 (above Visitor’s Center) Monday-Thursday 1000-1700 Friday 1000-1400
Saturday Closed Sunday 1000-1600
