If you are thinking about or in the process of enrolling in college, the Academic Support Division offers you the opportunity to brush up on the skills needed for you to get into and succeed in college courses. Students in the program bring their reading, writing, math and other academic skills up to the levels needed to succeed in college courses. Brush-up for the taking the COMPASS admissions test is also available. Some students refer themselves or more typically, a BTC counselor/advisor makes the referral. Once referred, students may take classes or in some cases, study individually in one of our Learning Centers. At times, classes may be taken simultaneously with credit programming.
Developmental Courses:
These courses are offered at Central and Monroe Campuses and most are offered in both structured and individualized settings. There is no charge for these classes; however, material fees may be charged. View schedule.
Developmental Math Preparation:
Developmental Communications Preparation:
Developmental Reading Preparation:
Developmental Science Preparation:
General College Courses:
Intro to College Writing and General College Reading courses are required for students who need additional preparation in order to be successful in General Education Courses. Students are placed into these course based on COMPASS entry test scores. These courses are offered at Central and Monroe Campuses. See course schedule for specific times. These courses are tuition and fee bearing; however, the credits earned do not apply to a program. The following skills are covered in the General College Courses:
Contact: Mona Lee Antonelli, Dean, mantonelli@blackhawk.edu, (608)757-7655
