Encourage the student to contact a member of the Disability Resources & Access staff. You may want to contact the office yourself to follow up on your referral.
Is counseling only for people who have emotional problems?
No, counseling can also assist with the following: Adjusting to new surroundings/circumstances or a new culture Building self-esteem Choosing a major or career path Coping with grief, loss and depression […]
How long can I receive counseling?
Due to a high demand for services, and to ensure that the greatest number of students can receive services, the college sets a limit on the total number of individual […]
What is the difference between a counselor and an academic advisor?
A counselor is a faculty member as well as a master’s degree-level professional trained in counseling. Counselors also work with faculty and staff as consultants and trainers. An academic advisor […]
What qualifications/credentials do the counselors have?
All of our counselors have master’s degrees and extensive coursework of additional post-graduate study.
Who can I talk with about personal concerns?
It is helpful to have caring support when coping with your circumstances. Our professional counselors are here to help you with your concerns, problems and challenges whether they are personal, […]
How do I transfer from Black Hawk College to another college or university?
Make a transfer planning appointment with a BHC educational advisor to help you navigate up-to-date resources for four-year colleges and universities. Explore Transfer Information for transfer facts, admissions processes, major […]
How will dropping or adding a class affect me?
Dropping a class can delay reaching your academic goal, could change your status from full-time to part-time, or possibly impact your current and future financial aid. Even so, dropping a […]
Which classes have I completed at Black Hawk College?
Seeing your completed courses and final grades is fast! Log into your myBlackHawk account, open the Student tab, then click on Degree Audit. Your degree audit can also be used […]
Are online courses right for me?
Online courses could be a convenient way to be a student. Learn what it takes to be a successful online learning student including Is Online Learning for Me? Online instruction […]