8-Week FOCUS Pathways

About 8-Week FOCUS Pathways

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Looking for a more focused and flexible approach to college? FOCUS pathways allow you to complete all your coursework in the same number of semesters as the standard degree path—while taking fewer classes at a time.

Most classes last the full 16 weeks of a standard semester. A full course load means taking four to five classes for the whole semester.

Classes in the FOCUS pathway instead last only 8 weeks. You can take just two or three classes at a time, completing some classes in the first half of the semester and enrolling in new classes for the second half.

Why Choose a FOCUS Pathway?

Research shows that students do better when they can focus in this way. You're more likely to earn better grades and keep going until graduation.

By following an 8-week FOCUS pathway, you can realize these benefits:

• Concentration: Focusing on fewer classes at a time helps you get more engaged and multitask less.
• Momentum: Nothing fuels motivation like completing classes. Celebrate your progress in shorter sessions.
• Connection: With fewer classes at a time, you can develop stronger relationships with your professors and classmates.
• Flexibility: Depending on the classes you want to take, you could start college in August, October, January, March or June. That's great news if you're balancing a job, family and other responsibilities.

FOCUS pathways are currently available for two degree programs.

Business Management, A.S. FOCUS Pathway

This program prepares you for an entry-level position dealing with business principles, procedures and problems. It's also appropriate for employees in entry-level management positions who seek to enhance their job skills by developing in-depth knowledge and managerial skills in planning, motivating, organizing and controlling resources.

Earn an associate degree in Business Management by following this FOCUS Pathway:

 

First Year Sequence

 

View the full Business Management FOCUS Pathway sequence

Learn more about the Business Management, A.S. program

Psychology FOCUS Pathway

This program introduces students to the scientific study of the human mind and its functions, providing thorough coursework to prepare them to transfer to a four-year institution.

Earn an associate degree in Psychology by following this FOCUS Pathway:

 

First Year Sequence

 

View the full Psychology FOCUS Pathway sequence

Learn more about the Psychology, A.A. program

Get Started Today

To learn more about enrolling in these FOCUS pathways or other 8-week courses, please contact Academic Advising.

 

 

Contact Advising

412.237.CCAC, press 3

advising@ccac.edu