Certificate: Academic Advising for Retention & Success
Train your team on best practices in student retention, helping each academic advisor and success coach to support student persistence, leading to institution-wide retention gains.
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Overview
Course Description: This academic advisor training course will equip advisors with the knowledge and strategies to enhance student retention and success through proven theories, best practices, and actionable techniques. This comprehensive program focuses on fostering a sense of belonging, addressing barriers to persistence, and empowering advisors to make a lasting impact on student outcomes. The course also includes a free download of the Student Success Worksheet Bundle.
Cost: $395 per person. Contact us for group discounts.
Prerequisite: None.
Format: Asynchronous self-paced course. Start and end the course at your own pace and retain indefinite access.
Length: 25 hours
Instructional Materials: All necessary materials are included in the course and will be available instantly upon enrollment.
Modules
Module 1: Foundation for Academic Advising Success
Module 2: Theoretical Foundation for Advising & Retention
Module 3: Advising & Retention Techniques Success Kit
Module 4: Core Communication Competencies
Module 5: Coaching Frameworks for Student Success
Module 6: Sense of Belonging
Module 7: Career Success & Reflection
What You Will Learn
Student Success Psychology, Student Development Theory & Sense of Belonging
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Learn the core tenants of well-known student retention theories
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Recognize common barriers to persistence and learn best practices for assisting students in jeopardy of leaving college
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Recognize and apply a proven theoretical foundation for successful student interactions
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Apply trustworthy student development theories to increase student motivation and engagement
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Increase student self-awareness, self-determination, and sense of belonging
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Work through challenging case studies to apply your learning
Student Intervention Toolbox, Goal Setting, Coaching Strategies & College Success
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Discover and apply coaching frameworks that coach resilience, employ an appreciative mindset, and apply a growth mindset to your work with your students
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Learn how to create welcoming environments, better disarm students, and orientate them to continued college enrollment
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Develop inquiry-based advising skills to better uncover barriers to persistence
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Discover ways to work with undecided students, use effective goal setting, and drive participation to high-impact practices
Establishing Rapport
and Credibility with Students plus Career Success Strategies
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Learn writing strategies for student-facing communication, including email and texting techniques to increase response rates
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Improve interpersonal communication skills to enhance first impressions, perceptions of credibility, immediacy, and listening
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Better recognize signs of mental health concerns
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Learn career success tips, including advisor self-care strategies goal-setting, and professional development opportunities
Who should take
this course
Individuals
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Aspiring success coaches and advisors who are training for this new role or preparing for job interviews.
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Newer success coaches and advisors who are orientating to their new role
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Seasoned success coaches and advisors who are ready to take on a new challenge, elevate their impact, increase their skills, and learn more strategies for student success
Teams
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Advising & Student Success Centers: Enroll your entire group together for a powerful professional development opportunity. Just like a book club, teams can take the course on the same schedule and then gather for regular discussions along the way. This professional development is great for team building and collaboration, sparking discussions, and will benefit all team members, regardless of experience level. Contact us for group discounts.
New employee orientation programs
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Enroll your new coaches and advisors in this course as part of their new orientation experience, increasing their confidence and setting them up for success from day one.
Reviews
Employees who get professional development opportunities are 15% more engaged and have 34% higher retention than those who don’t.
Harvard Business Review
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Why your college should invest in more professional development for your team
Providing effective academic advisor training programs can significantly impact the satisfaction, engagement, and overall success of employees, ultimately impacting student success. Here are key reasons why high-quality training is important for employee retention:
Job Satisfaction: College employees who receive proper training are more likely to be satisfied with their jobs. Knowing that they have the skills and resources to excel in their roles enhances job satisfaction and contributes to a positive work environment.
Employee Confidence: Academic advisor training builds confidence by providing them with the necessary tools and knowledge. Working with students in a student affairs or enrollment division is challenging work, and confident advisors are more likely to take initiative, contribute ideas, and remain engaged in their work.
Retention of High Performers: College employees who are high performers are often motivated by opportunities for learning and growth. Providing them with challenging and meaningful academic advisor professional development can help retain top talent by satisfying their desire for continuous improvement.
Cultural Alignment: Advisor training programs can convey and reinforce the institutional culture. When employees understand and align with the student-centered values and goals of the college, they are more likely to feel a sense of belonging and commitment.
Skill Development: Academic advisor training programs help employees develop the skills and knowledge necessary to perform their jobs effectively. When employees feel competent and confident in their roles, they are more likely to stay with the organization.
Increased Productivity: Well-trained employees are more productive. They can perform their tasks efficiently and contribute to the overall success of the college. Increased productivity is a positive outcome that can contribute to employee retention.
Career Development: Offering professional development in academic advising, such as a certification in academic advising, signals to college employees that the institution is invested in their professional growth. When employees see a clear path for career development and advancement within the college, they are more inclined to stay and build a long-term commitment.
Talent Attraction: If you have a reputation for offering excellent academic advisor training and development, you will be attractive to potential employees. This can be a competitive advantage in attracting and retaining top talent.
In summary, by fostering continuous learning and development, colleges can create an environment that supports employee retention and long-term success.
DC Education Group and our course writers have no proprietary interest in any instruments, models, or materials used in this course.
