College Catalog 2009 - 2010
Academic Divisions
The curricula at Community College of Philadelphia are administered by one of three academic divisions: Business and Technology, Liberal Studies, and Math, Science and Health Careers. These divisions provide clusters of programs with similar interests, requirements, content or orientation—some carrying their own professional or academic accreditation—and offer associate’s degrees or certificates.
Division of Business and Technology
Departments
Business Administration
Computer Technologies
Marketing and Management
Corporate Solutions
As an integral unit within the Division of Business and Technology, Corporate Solutions is the single point of contact for extensive educational programs and training services to businesses, governmental agencies and nonprofit organizations. Corporate Solutions program delivery systems include the Corporate College, Corporate Contract Training, Continuing Professional Education, the Testing and Training Center, and convening. To learn more about Corporate Solutions’ convenient programs and services, contact us at 215-496-6158 or e-mail csinquiry@ccp.edu or visit us on the Web at www.ccp.ecu/site/business.
Division of Liberal Studies
Departments
Art
Architecture, Design and Construction
English
Foreign Languages
History, Philosophy and Religious Studies
Music
Photographic Imaging
Psychology, Education and Human Services
Social Sciences
Center for International Understanding
The Center for International Understanding supports the College’s mission to help students achieve an increased awareness and appreciation of a diverse world where all are interdependent. It encourages and supports the integration of international content into courses and curricula, as well as student and faculty experiential learning abroad. The Center also promotes dialogue, analysis and the exchange of ideas in the broader College community by bringing together faculty, staff and students with others who have rich international experience. The Center collaborates with businesses, nonprofit organizations and other educational institutions to create organizations and partnerships for community college students, faculty and staff. Reaching out to the College’s students, as well as the wider public audience, the Center strives to create a truly informed and global citizenry.
Center for Law and Society
The Center for Law and Society supports the College’s mission to prepare students to be informed and concerned citizens and to heighten their curiosity and active interest in intellectual questions and social issues.
The Center provides a structure for the ongoing support of law-related disciplines in the context of their connections to broader social issues. It offers students and the extended Philadelphia community a variety of opportunities such as Law and Society Week each February, which is free and open to the public. Ongoing activities include interdisciplinary lectures, symposia and legal information sessions. The Center also provides accredited continuing education sessions for attorneys and paralegals and training on legal issues for supervisors and other professionals who work in the private and public sectors. The Center also supports faculty and student collaboration and research, a speaker series, regular symposia and access to current legal resources. To learn more, please visit www.ccp.edu/site/law_center/.
Division of Math, Science and Health Careers
Departments
Allied Health
Clinical Laboratory Technician
Dental Hygiene
Diagnostic Medical Imaging
Health Services Management
Medical Assisting and Office Management
Patient Services Representative
Respiratory Care Technology
Biology
Chemistry
Mathematics
Nursing
Physics/Engineering Science
Center for Science and Engineering Education (Official opening 2009-2010)
The Center for Science and Engineering Education supports the College’s mission by enhancing programs of study in science and career technologies to provide a coherent foundation for college transfer, employment and lifelong learning. It also assists in preparing students to be informed citizens in regard to issues of public concern that are based on scientific advances and technological innovations.
The Center enhances opportunities for students to explore career options in a science-related field and promotes interdisciplinary collaboration to strengthen offerings in physical science, natural science and related technologies. The Center promotes a broader understanding of science and emerging technologies and their impact on society. Therefore, it seeks to increase student involvement in science and scientific research. The Center also provides professional development opportunities for faculty both in scientific content areas and in pedagogy through partnerships and synergistic new areas/fields of education and training, and explores current trends in science and technology education.
Division of Adult and Community Education
The Division of Adult and Community Education (DACE) supports the mission of Academic Affairs through partnerships with various local, state and national agencies and organizations. In addition to implementing grant-funded initiatives, DACE offers credit and noncredit courses and programs that enhance the likelihood for underserved constituencies to succeed in college. Operating through a more flexible and responsive programming, DACE offers lifelong learning opportunities that meet the changing needs of the community. Serving as an extension of the College, DACE offers programs aimed at promoting the social development and personal enrichment of Philadelphia residents.
Adult Education Programs
Adult Basic and Literacy Education (ABLE)
English as a Second Language (ESL)
General Educational Development (GED)
Keystone Education Yields Success (KEYS)
New Choices/New Options Program
Programs for High School Students
Advance at College
Advanced College Experience (ACE)
Gateway to College
Philadelphia Tech Prep Consortium
TRIO Upward Bound
Division of Educational Support Services
Community College of Philadelphia is committed to providing comprehensive academic support programs and services to all students. The College’s Division of Educational Support Services provides students with a wide range of academic programs and support services designed to meet their specific needs and ensure opportunities for a successful learning experience and achievement of academic excellence.
Departments/Programs/Services
Academic Advising
Act Now/Act 101
Assessment Center
Center On Disability
Collaborative Learning Community (CLC)
College Achievement Partnership (CAP)
Developmental Education Program
Dual Admissions Program
English as a Second Language (ESL) Programs and Services
Learning Labs
Library
Student Academic Computer Centers
TRIO Student Support Services
Division of Flexible Learning Options and Academic Technology
The Division of Flexible Learning Options and Academic Technology’s primary mission is to enhance education through technology and creative expansion of learning opportunities. It includes the department of Academic Computing, which provides assistance to faculty in the use of information technology; Audiovisual Services, which provides multimedia technology support and service to the entire College community; Channel 53, the College’s cable television station; the Office of Distance Education; and the administrative offices for the Regional Centers and neighborhood sites.
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