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Experiential Learning: students complete a practicum in a local
agency.
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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.
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Diversity of Learning: students have several electives and can
select coursework of interest to their career.
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Distance Learning: several general education and human service
required courses are available in online format.
More are being converted.
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Courses are offered days, evenings and beginning Spring 2002,
weekends.
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Faculty: professionals with years of direct service in local
human service agencies.
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Student support: QCC
offers strong academic services for its diverse group of learners.
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Affordability: low tuition and tuition remission from local
agencies make learning affordable.
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Community connections: agencies supervising practicum students
and active Advisory Committee.