Bachelor of Technical and Applied Studies: Start to Finish Support

Bachelor of Technical and Applied Studies: Start to Finish Support

Each student in the Bachelor of Technical and Applied Studies (BTAS) degree at UC Online has access to a Student Success Coordinator to help guide them from enrollment to graduation.

Learn more about Abbey H., Student Success Coordinator for BTAS and learn about the support you will receive while you’re in BTAS.

Step-by-Step with Abbey H.

I graduated from UC with an undergraduate degree in Sociology. I always saw myself in some type of advising role where I could help people problem solve and make sure they were on track to succeed in whatever they were doing. My role as a Student Success Coordinator has given me the opportunity to live out my passion. I love being a helpful hand for students and ensuring they have a positive experience in the BTAS Degree.

Orientation Support:

Getting started is simple! Students receive a welcome email from me with all the steps to get started. In the email, there is a link to schedule a Welcome Call. On the call we will go over course information, the program plan, UC systems, and best practices for online learning. It is a great time for students to ask any questions they have about getting started in the program.

Students also take a BTAS orientation in Canvas that provides them all the tools they need to get started with online courses.

Course Registration:

Students will register for classes using Catalyst. I walk through the very prescriptive program plan during our Welcome Call, so students know exactly what classes to take each semester.

We provide a lot of resources on how to use our UC systems, I send students step-by-step instructions on how to register, and I am always open to walking through registration with students.

Check-ins:

I check in regularly throughout the semester with my students, reminding them of upcoming deadlines, class registrations, and anything else that has come up in the program. I call new students within their first three to four weeks in the program to see how their semester is going and to gather their feedback.

Graduation Support:

Students will have an expected graduation date at the end of our Welcome Call.

We work with students to set a graduation plan that works with their schedule and outside commitments. As life changes, we assist students in adjusting their graduation plan to help them graduate in a timely manner.

As the Student Success Coordinator for the BTAS degree, I am here to be supportive and assist students in any questions they may have during their time in the program. I look forward to talking with you in the near future.