v     Experiential Learning: students complete a practicum in a local agency.

v     Diversity of Learners: many students are currently employed in the helping field and bring their experiences to each course.   Students also reflect the diversity of cultures found in Central Massachusetts.

v     Diversity of Learning: students have several electives and can select coursework of interest to their career. 

v     Distance Learning: several general education and human service required courses are available in online format.  More are being converted.

v     Courses are offered days, evenings and beginning Spring 2002, weekends. 

v     Faculty: professionals with years of direct service in local human service agencies.

v     Student support:  QCC offers strong academic services for its diverse group of learners.

v     Affordability: low tuition and tuition remission from local agencies make learning affordable.

v     Community connections: agencies supervising practicum students and active Advisory Committee.