“10 Steps to Success”

• Explore Your Options

• Get Prepared
• ”Test-Drive” Your Career

While You Complete Your Education

CAREER SERVICES
[Link]/career-services/

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 Welcome to Career Services!
Our goal is to empower students to proactively plan their futures by providing the resources and
support needed to explore, choose, and develop their careers while gaining knowledge and skills
in the classroom.

This guide reveals the competencies employers look for and 10 steps to help students master
them!

Table of Contents
Are You Career Ready? Competencies Employers Want 3
10 Career Development Steps to Success Overview 4-5
Step #1: Know Yourself & Find Careers Best Matched to Your Interests & Strengths 6
Step #2: Get Professional Coaching; Discuss Your Ideas, Assessment Results & Options 7
Step #3: Keep Track of Your College Accomplishments; Create an e-Portfolio 7
Step #4: Get “Career Ready”; Develop Your Professional Resume & Have it Reviewed 8-9
Step #5: Learn How to Market Yourself; Schedule a Practice Interview with Career Services 10
Step #6: Build Your Communication Skills at the Career Fair; Engage with Potential Employers 11
Step #7: Learn the Top Employers in Your Field and Develop Your Job Search Skills 12
Step #8: Practice Your Networking Skills at the Career Fair; Discover Internships & Jobs Related 13
to Your Major
Step #9: “Test-Drive” Your Career; Complete an Internship, Clinical, Practicum, or Other 14
Major-Related Work Experience
Step #10: Make Plans for AFTER Graduation; Meet with Career Services for Resources, 15
Guidance, and a “Career Check-Up”
Getting Involved; Student Engagement Opportunities 16
Degrees and Certificates Offered at Southwest 17-18
Meet Your Career Services Team 19
Your Notes 20

TIP:
Time Spent Planning Your Career Can Help You:
• Identify career options that match your interests and strengths NOTE: The “TIPS” in
• Set clear career goals this guide can help
• Stay motivated through tough times because you know the opportunities boost your success!
you’ll have when you graduate

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 Are you “Career Ready”?
COMPETENCIES EMPLOYERS WANT

As you complete the “10

Employers are looking for
Career Development
students and graduates
Steps to Success” outlined
who are “Career Ready”
on the next few pages,
and have competencies
you’ll be building these
and strengths in the
competencies!
areas below.

CAREER & COMMUNICATION CRITICAL THINKING TECHNOLOGY

SELF DEVELPMENT
Proactively develop Communicate ideas Exercise sound Ethically leverage
oneself and one’s career, clearly, public speaking reasoning to analyze digital technologies to
have awareness of one’s issues, make decisions, solve problems,
skills, able to express
strengths and weaknesses,
ideas to others, can overcome problems demonstrate effective
able to navigate career
write and edit letters and obtain/ interpret adaptability to new and
opportunities and
and networking. and memos knowledge and facts emerging technologies

EQUITY & LEADERSHIP PROFESSIONALISM TEAMWORK

INCLUSION Leverage the strength
of others to achieve Demonstrate Build relationships with
Respect and value accountability, colleagues and
diverse cultures and common goals, use
interpersonal skills to punctuality, time customers, work within
races, demonstrate
openness and sensitivity coach and develop workload management, a team structure and
with all people, others, able to manage demonstrate integrity manage conflict
understand differences Emotions and motivate and ethical behavior
others

Adapted from the National Association of Colleges and Employers (NACE) Career Readiness Competencies

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10 CAREER DEVELOPMENT
Steps 1-6
Each semester there are things you can do to prepare for your future career. We’ve
identified “10 Career Development Steps to Success” to help keep you on track
while you explore, choose, and prepare for a rewarding career!

Note: The timeline here is based on full-time enrollment; however, it can be adjusted
for -part-time students. The step order listed is a general guide, but can be adjusted
to best fit your goal. It is more important to complete all steps than to do them in the
order provided.

1-30 credit hours

1ST SEMESTER 2ND SEMESTER

Focus: Focus:
Career Choice & Exploration Resume & Interview Preparation

Your journey starts here!

STEP #1 STEP #4
Know Yourself and Find Careers Best- Get “Career Ready”; Develop Your
Matched to Your Interests and Professional Resume and Have it
Strengths; Take a Career Assessment Reviewed by Career Services
STEP #2 STEP #5
Get Professional Coaching; Discuss Your Learn How to Market Yourself, Schedule
Ideas, Assessment Results, and Options a Practice Interview with Career Services
with Career Services and Commit to
Complete STEP #6
STEP #3 Build Your Communication Skills at the
Career Fair While Engaging with
Keep Track of Your College
Potential Employers
Accomplishments; Create an e-Portfolio

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 STEP #1:
Know Yourself and Find Careers Best-Matched to Your Interests and Strengths; Take a
Career Assessment

Some students start college with a specific career and major in mind, while others are undecided.
Either way, it’s a good idea to take a career assessment to identify your top matches PLUS learn
important details about those of interest. We offer the free 5-minute Career Coach assessment.

How to take the CAREER COACH assessment:

• Visit: [Link]
• Select the blue “sign up” link to create an account and save your results
• Select “Take the Assessment”
• View your results to see your work personality type (Holland Code) and top career matches
described below.

Holland Code / Work Personality Type

Dr. John Holland believed that people are most likely to Your Career Coach results also identify the career
choose satisfying work if they do something that fits groups or clusters best-suited for you.
their personality type. He identified the six types
below which include: Realistic, Investigative, Artistic,
Social, Enterprising, and Conventional.

See your Career Coach assessment results to learn

YOUR top three types or “Holland Code”.

16 MAJOR CAREER CLUSTERS

• Agriculture, Food & Natural Resources
• Architecture & Construction
• Arts, Audio/Video Technology & Communication
• Business, Management & Administration
• Education & Training
• Finance
• Government & Public Administration
• Information Technology
• Health Science
• Hospitality & Tourism
• Human Services
• Law, Public Safety, Corrections & Security
• Manufacturing
• Marketing, Sales & Service
• Science, Engineering, Technology & Math
• Transportation, Distribution & Logistics

TIPS:
On your Career Coach profile page, scroll down and select “View Career Matches” to see your top matches and learn
about daily duties, required education, regional wages, outlook, prospective employers, live job listings and more!
To log back into your account, go to: [Link] and enter your username and password.

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 STEP #2 KNOWING KNOWING INFORMED
YOURSELF CAREERS DECISION
Get Professional Coaching to Discuss Your
Career Options, Goals, and Future Plans

With so many options, choosing a career can be a challenge for some students. To simplify the
process, all students are advised to meet with Career Services during their first term of enrollment.
Career Services will review your assessment results, show you how to learn more about careers that
interest you, share employer insights and more!
Schedule an Appointment with Career Services (3 Options):
1) Use the Navigate application at: [Link] Once logged in, select
“Career Services” as the care unit and follow the prompts to choose your appointment time.
2) Email Career Services at: careerservices@[Link]
3) Call Career Services at: 901-333-4180

Appointment Formats:
Career Services can meet with you by phone, email, Microsoft Teams, Zoom, or on campus.
TIPS:
• In addition to Career Services, your Professional Academic Advisor and Faculty Mentor can provide career guidance.
• Saluqi Degree ([Link]) provides access to student’s academic history and current degree program. Students can view
“What-If” audits to see their academic history applied to different degrees.
• Your goals become more real when you put them in writing; [Link]
• When you spend time planning your career, you are investing in YOURSELF…and your future!

STEP #3
Keep Track of Your Accomplishments; Create an e-Portfolio

An electronic or e-Portfolio is a great way for students to keep track of academic achievements, club
involvement, leadership experience, and volunteer activities while they are enrolled in college.

To start building your e-Portfolio using Google, visit: [Link] ([Link]) for step-by-step
instructions.

TIPS:
Your e-Portfolio should be built over time.
Add new content each semester to record
your new experiences, projects, and
activities.

Some of the information you include in

your e-Portfolio can also be used to build
your resume when you get ready to
apply for a job or internship.

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 STEP #4
Get “Career Ready”; Develop Your Professional Resume & Have it Reviewed by
Career Services

Resume Basics & Samples

A resume is a one (preferred) or two-page document summarizing your relevant skills and qualifications that
you share with an employer when applying for a job. A well written resume helps you to:
● create a positive first impression ● stand out from the crowd
● showcase your written communication skills ● get an interview!

SAMPLE RESUME: student applying for an internship SAMPLE RESUME: new graduate looking for a full-time job

Shalonda Williams ANDRE JACKSON

297 Crossway Street, Apt. #18, Cordova, TN 38136 2241 Blue Sky Lane ▪ Memphis, TN 38000 ▪ 901-123-4567
901-433-42219 swilliams@[Link] ajackson@[Link]
[Link]/in/andrejackson
[Link]/in/shalondawilliams
PROFILE
PROFILE
Detail-oriented Computer Information Technology major Compassionate, resourceful Physical Therapy Assistant graduate
looking for an internship that utilizes my hardware and seeking a position that utilizes my education and clinical
software skills and education. experience.
SKILLS SUMMARY
QUALIFICATIONS • Experience Using a Variety of Physical Therapy Techniques
• PC Hardware/Software Troubleshooting & Repair • Strong Patient Care, Communication, and Teamwork Skills
• Dependable, Quick Learner, Critical Thinker • Ability to Safely Lift, Transfer, and Position Patients
• Basic Network Security, Unix/Linux OS, HTML & CSS Skills
WORK EXPERIENCE
EDUCATION Baptist Healthcare Rehabilitation Associates, Memphis, TN
Southwest Tennessee Community College, Memphis, TN PTA Intern (10/2019 – present)
Pursuing A.A.S. Computer Information Technology Assist in patient treatment through prescribed exercise regimens
Networking concentration; GPA: 3.5 and strength training programs. Document patient progress and
make observations on range of mobility. Communicate with
Related coursework completed: physicians, nurses, related therapy providers, and case
managers to provide total patient care.
Computer Applications A+ Hardware & Software
CCNA I & II Network Security Hanson Physical Therapy Services, Memphis, TN PTA
Unix/Linus Operating Systems Beginning HTML & CSS Intern (8/2018-12/2018)
Prepared patients and treatment rooms for physical therapist.
WORK EXPERIENCE Demonstrated correct usage of equipment and exercise routines
Target, Bartlett, TN as part of patient instruction.
Lead Stocker (March 2018 to present)
EDUCATION
Provided leadership to team of 5 associates in restocking Southwest Tennessee Community College, Memphis, TN
merchandise for the electronics department. Assists with A.A.S. Physical Therapist Assistant, May 2020
inventory tracking and theft prevention. Cumulative GPA: 3.6

VOLUNTEER EXPERIENCE University of Tennessee, Knoxville, TN

Provide Technical Support to patrons at the Main Library Completed 30 credit hours toward B.S. degree in Biology

REFERENCES VOLUNTEER EXPERIENCE

St. Jude Marathon, First Aid Volunteer
Provided upon request.
REFERENCES
References and portfolio provided upon the reviewer’s request.

TIPS:
To help your resume get noticed by Human Resources and electronic applicant tracking systems (ATS), tailor it to each
position you apply for. Do this by printing the job description and highlighting key requirements and skills, also known as
“keywords”. Be sure to include the “keywords” and any other relevant information on your resume. Keep your resume
one to two pages in length and use an easy-to-read font like Arial, Tahoma, or Times New Roman in size 11 or 12 font.

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STEP #4 (continued):
Get “Career Ready”; Develop Your Professional Resume & Have it Reviewed by Career
Services

Create Your Resume

Use Optimal Resume™, a free online resume-builder to see
samples and create your custom resume.
• Visit [Link]
• Select “NEW USER”
• Enter your southwest email address to request a system password
• Use the password sent to your Southwest email to create your Optimal Resume account
• Browse resume samples by industry and get started creating your own custom resume

Cover Letters
A cover letter is sometimes requested by employers along with your resume and job application. In your cover
letter, include the position you are interested in, how you learned about it, and your
skills/qualifications/experience highlights that are relevant to the position. If you are transitioning into a new
career, a cover letter is a great place to explain this.

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STEP #5
Learn How to Market Yourself; Schedule a Practice Interview with Career Services
T
The saying that “you only have one chance to make a good first impression” is especially true during an
interview. Whether it’s your first interview or your twenty-fifth, Career Services is here to help you get
prepared and feel more confident with the process. The goal is to present a professional image while
communicating to potential employers the skills, education, and experiences you’ve worked so hard to gain.

Interview Formats
Phone Interviews
Prior to scheduling an interview with job candidates many
companies hold a phone or “screening” interview. Prepare
for your call by watching 5 Phone Interview Tips to Master
from [Link].

Virtual or Online Interviews

With an increasing number of employers conducting virtual or online video interviews, it’s important to be
prepared for this format. Some of the more common virtual platforms that are being used are Zoom, Skype,
Go-To-My-Meeting, and Microsoft Teams. It’s a good idea to familiarize yourself with both the technical
aspects of the platform along with some considerations that are unique to online interviewing as mentioned
here: Video Interview Tips for Job Seekers.

One-Way Video Interviews

One-way video interviews are increasingly popular with employers as an efficient way to screen job
candidates. They consist of a short video recording of your answers to a few interview questions. Unlike a
standard interview where you receive immediate feedback, you are only talking to your camera. This format
takes a little getting used to, but one advantage is that you can rerecord your answers. For helpful tips,
watch: One-Way Video Interview Tips! - YouTube

In Person Interviews
A little preparation can go a long way toward reducing interview day stress and ensuring that you come
across in a professional manner. For practical and helpful tips from Indeed, watch: Top Interview Tips.

Practice Interviews
If the thought of interviewing makes you nervous, you’re not alone. To help students feel more comfortable
with the process and provide helpful feedback, Career Services offers “mock” or practice interviews in person
and online. Visit [Link] select “Career Services” as the care unit and follow
prompts to choose your preferred day and time.

To make your mock interview as real as possible, we recommend that you arrive 15 minutes early, wear your
interview outfit, and bring the following items:
• Printed copy of the job description that you are interested in applying for (or one that is similar) so we
can customize your interview questions
• Printed copy of your resume
TIPS:
Do a practice run the day before your interview to make sure you know where you are going and how long it will take;
plan to arrive at least 20 minutes early.
Interview like an All Star! Use your story telling skills and the S.T.A.R. (Situation, Task, Action, Result) method to
answer behavioral questions during your interview. Visit: [Link] for details.
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STEP #6:
Build Your Communication Skills at the Career
Fair While Engaging with Potential Employers

All students are welcome and encouraged to attend a Career Fair, even if they aren’t currently looking for a
job. Career Fairs are a great place to build your communication skills while learning about positions with a
variety of companies all in one location! Events may be held on campus, online, or both.
Benefits of Attending a Career Fair:
• Meet with recruiters without the pressure of a formal interview
• Practice building communication skills in a positive and upbeat environment
• Learn information about employers and jobs related to your major
• Find an internship or job related to your career goal
To Maximize your Career Fair Participation:
• Get a good night’s rest
• Dress in business attire
(Women) From class to Career Fair outfit in 60 seconds-YouTube
(Men) From class to Career Fair outfit in 60 seconds-YouTube
• Silence and put up your cell phone to avoid distractions
• Have a copy of your updated resume available to share
with employers and a pen/paper to jot down notes
• Get a list of participating employers and the positions that
they are looking to fill; circle those that you want to visit
• Get business cards (in person event) or email addresses
(virtual event) from any employers you want to follow-up
with and send them an email within two days
• Relax, smile, bring a positive attitude and some patience!

Do You Have “Soft Skills” and “Hard Skills”? Both are Needed to Perform and Advance in Most Jobs
SOFT SKILLS HARD SKILLS
What are they? personal attributes and practical abilities and skills usually learned
Interpersonal abilities through practice and education

What are some examples? communication, professionalism, computer repair, accounting, Excel, Python,
teamwork, problem-solving, AutoCAD, social media marketing, graphics
respect for others, leadership manufacturing, CPR, rescue equipment
Why are they important? helps you get the job helps you get an interview

How can I develop them? By completing the 10 Steps to Success in this guide along with your coursework.

TIPS:
Highlight your soft AND hard skills in your resume, cover letter, and during your interview. Before the Career Fair,
visit the website of companies you’re interested in and jot down a few facts (products, locations, recent news) to
include during your conversations with recruiters…they will be impressed!

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STEP #7:
Learn the TOP Employers in Your Field and Develop Your Job Search Skills
FINDING TOP EMPLOYERS IN YOUR FIELD:

FINDING TOP EMPLOYERS IN YOUR FIELD:

• A quick Google search for “logistics companies in Memphis, TN” or “hospitals in Olive Branch, MS”
will produce a list of potential employers to work from.

• Visit Career Coach at: [Link] and type the title of the position you are
preparing for, such as Paralegal or Nurse in the “search for careers” box. From the related positions
that are shown, select the one closest to your career goal. Select the “employment” link underneath
the title and scroll down the page to see a list of regional “companies posting jobs”. Visit the website
of companies of interest.

DEVELOPING YOUR JOB SEARCH SKILLS:

• Customize your resume and cover letter for each position that you apply for
• Improve your marketing skills through a practice interview with Career Services
• Create a professional profile on LinkedIn [Link] and other networking sites to
connect with recruiters. As your network grows, use your connections to help with your job search.
How to Make a Great LinkedIn Profile - 6 LinkedIn Profile Tips - YouTube

JOB SEARCH SITES:

• Handshake – Visit [Link] and activate your account by logging
in with your Southwest password. View jobs, internships, Career Fairs, and more!
• Indeed: [Link]
• Jobs at Southwest: [Link]
• Jobs for TN: [Link]
• USA Jobs: [Link]

TIPS:
When creating your social media profile, be sure to select a photo that reflects a professional image, use good grammar,
and check your spelling.

For an “insiders” look at businesses, Glassdoor [Link] has salary information and
company reviews posted anonymously by employees and job seekers.

View Major Memphis Employers at: [Link]

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STEP #8:
Practice Your Networking Skills at the Career Fair; Discover Internships & Jobs
Related to Your Major

Learn About Upcoming Career Fairs & Hiring Events: Jobs and Career Fairs ([Link])

Now that you’ve completed several courses in your major, it’s a good
time to find a position to use your new skills. If you previously
attended a Career Fair, you know they are a great place to learn about
internships and jobs related to your major and career goal. You can
also practice your communication skills while networking with company
recruiters interested in Southwest talent.

Making a Positive Impression:

• Bring several copies of your updated resume (see pg. 9)
• Dress in a business outfit
How to dress for a Job Fair (Women)-Bing video
How to dress for a job fair (MEN)-YouTube | How to Tie a Tie-Full Windsor Knot-YouTube
• Give employers your full attention by silencing your phone and removing your earbuds
• Practice how you’ll introduce yourself using your 30-second elevator speech” which is a brief message or
“commercial” about who you are, what you’re looking for and how you can benefit an employer. How to
Describe Yourself in One Sentence

SAMPLE “ELEVATOR SPEECH”

“Hi, my name is Jaren.

I’m a second year
computer major and
work part-time in the
student computer “Thank you for the opportunity!”
“It was very informative, and I learned a lot”
labs. I enjoy technical
“This was an amazing experience”
troubleshooting and
would be interested Would you recommend the Career Fair to others?
in learning about any Yes = 99.21% No = 0.79%
internship positions
with your company.”
TIP:
If you are getting ready to complete an
Associate of Applied Science degree or Technical
Certificate, Career Fairs are a great place to find
jobs and internships related to your major!

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STEP #9
“Test-Drive” Your Career; Complete an Internship, Clinical, Practicum, or Other
Major-Related Work Experience

Gaining Work Experience BEFORE You Graduate

Students can gain real-world experience related to their intended career field, make valuable connections,
develop professional skills, and build workplace confidence through the following options:

Practicum and Clinical experiences vary by academic program, but generally involve students applying
theory and developing skills in the workplace under the supervision of practitioners and professors. Therse
work experiences are required in many medical-related A.A.S. degree and Certificate programs and are
usually not paid. Some programs require multiple clinical and practicum experiences. For more information,
look at your degree requirements and contact the Department Chairperson.

Internships allow students to gain work experience related to their major and can be paid or unpaid. For
more information, look at your degree map for requirements and contact Career Services or the Department
Chairperson. You can also visit: Internship Benefits, Requirements & Application ([Link])

Federal Work-Study (FWS) positions provide students with financial support, contribute to the student’s
general educational and employment experiences, and help carry out the day-to-day operations of the
College. Job opportunities are varied. Eligibility for a Federal Work-Study award is determined from your
completion of the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA). Learn more at: Financial Aid: Federal
Work-Study (FWS) Program ([Link]).

Volunteer Experience through the Southwest Center for Service-Learning & Civic Engagement allows
students to use their skills and training to help meet local community needs. Learn more at: Service
Learning and Community Service ([Link]).

Job Shadow Experiences allow students to observe or “shadow” an individual who’s already performing in
a position that they are interested in learning more about. Contact Career Services for more information.

TIP:
Visit Handshake ([Link]) and sign in with your Southwest password to view internships,
full-time and part-time jobs, hiring events, and more!

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STEP #10:
Make Plans for AFTER Graduation – Meet with Career Services for Resources, Guidance,
and a “Career Check Up”

“The beautiful thing about

learning is that no one can
take it away from you.”
B.B. King

If you are completing an Associate of Arts (A.A.) or an Associate of

Science (A.S.) degree designed for TRANSFER to a university, have you:

• Attended Southwest Transfer Days to meet with representatives from a variety of universities?
• Researched and applied to universities with bachelor’s degrees that will prepare you for your chosen
career?
• Applied for transfer scholarships at the college(s) you’d like to attend?
• Met with Career Services to discuss your next steps?
TIPS:
Career Services can help you with the letter of interest (why you want to attend) and resume most universities require
as part of their application process.
Universities have Career Services centers, too! Be sure to visit them for information and access to internships, employer
visits, and other career-related resources.

If you are completing an Associate of Applied Science (A.A.S.) degree or

Certificate designed for ENTRY into the workforce, have you:

• Attended Southwest Career Fairs?

• Created your resume and had it reviewed by Career Services?
• Scheduled a mock interview to practice your interview skills?
• Started your job search?
• Met with Career Services for assistance in finding employment related to your major?
TIPS:
Career Services continually receives new full and part-time job listings available at: Jobs and Career Fairs ([Link])
Congratulations! In addition to the degree or certificate you’ve earned at Southwest, you’ve learned valuable “Career-
Readiness” skills that will help you throughout your lifetime!

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Getting Involved: Student Engagement Opportunities
There are a variety of honors, leadership, and academic-related organizations, mentoring programs, and
special interest groups that foster student success at Southwest! Your participation is encouraged and can
contribute to your career development. Visit: Student Clubs and Organizations ([Link]) for a list.

Student Clubs, Organizations, & Special Interest Groups

Addiction Professionals of Tomorrow Math Club
Alpha Beta Gamma (ABG) Medical Lab Technology (MLT Mu Alpha Theta)
Alpha Sigma Lambda (ASL) MOMS Achievement Center
Ambassadors NAACP College Chapter
American Criminal Justice Association (Xi Omicron Xi Pep Club
Chapter)
American Institute of Architectural Students (AIAS) Pharmacy Tech Elites
Baptist Student Union (BSU) Phi Theta Kappa
Biotech Club Pierian Society
Bowling Club Psi Beta
Brother 2 Brother (B2B) (Student African American Radiology Club
Brotherhood)
Campus Activity Board (CAB) Ragtime Players
Cheerleaders Robotics Club
Chess Club Science Club
Club of the Arts Service–Learning & Civic Engagement
Dietetic Association Sigma Kappa Delta, Chi Epsilon Chapter
Diversity Club Society of Manufacturing Engineers (SME)
Gospel Choir Southwest Mentors Advancing Retention, Teamwork,
& Success (SMARTS)
Graphic Arts Technology (GART) Club Southwest Pride
Hispanic/Latino Society Student Government Association (SGA)
Honors Program Student Newspaper – The Southwest Source
Hospitality Management Society (HMS) Student Nursing Government Association
Information Technology Club. Substance Abuse Professionals of Tomorrow
International Student Club (ISC) United Christian Association (UCA)
Lambda Epsilon Chi (LEX) National Paralegal Honor Student Veterans Organization (SVO)
Society
Men on the Verge of Excellence (MOVE) Women of Worth (WOW)

Did you know…Southwest has an office dedicated to High Impact Practices (HIPs) that contribute
toward students’ personal development and educational growth? They include: Advising, Certifications,
First Year Seminars, Honors Education, Learning Communities, Mindset, Mentoring, Service Learning,
Study Abroad, Technology Enhanced Learning, Undergraduate Research, and Work Based Learning.
Learn more about Southwest HIPs at: High Impact Practices for Students ([Link])
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 Degrees and Certificates at Southwest
A.A. & A.S. Associate degrees designed for transfer to a university
KEY A.A.S. Associate degrees that prepare you for employment
Technical Certificates (shorter programs) that prepare you for employment

Associate of Arts (A.A.) and Associate of Science (A.S.) Degrees; 60 credit hours
These programs are designed for transfer to a university upon graduation from Southwest

TENNESSEE TRANSFER PATHWAY DEGREES UNIVERSITY PARALLEL TRANSFER DEGREES

Associate of Science (A.S.) Degrees: Associate of Science (A.S.) Degrees:
Accounting Emphasis Allied Health Science Emphasis
Biology Emphasis Communication Emphasis
Business Administration Emphasis Early Childhood Education Emphasis
Chemistry Emphasis Engineering Emphasis
Criminal Justice Emphasis General Studies Emphasis
Economics Emphasis Health and Physical Education Emphasis
History Emphasis Human Services Emphasis
Information Systems Emphasis Music Emphasis
Mathematics Emphasis Philosophy Emphasis
Nutrition & Food Science Emphasis Pre-Law Emphasis
Physics Emphasis Psychology Emphasis
Political Science Emphasis Public Administration Emphasis
Social Work Emphasis
Sociology Emphasis
Teaching K-5
Teaching Pre-K-3
Associate of Arts (A.A.) Degrees: Associate of Arts (A.A.) Degrees
Criminal Justice Emphasis Art Emphasis
Economics Emphasis Communication Emphasis
English Emphasis Education Emphasis
Foreign Language Emphasis General Studies Emphasis
History Emphasis Philosophy Emphasis
Political Science Emphasis Pre-Law Emphasis
Social Work Emphasis Psychology Emphasis
Sociology Emphasis Public Administration Emphasis
Associate of Fine Arts Degrees: Speech and Theater Emphasis
Theatre Arts, Design-Tech Concentration
Theatre Arts, Performance Concentration

TN e-Campus (all classes online)

Associate of Science (A.S.) Degrees
Criminal Justice
Teaching, A.S.T. (Associate of Science in Teaching)
University Parallel, General Studies
University Parallel, Teacher Aides/Paraprofessionals Preparation
Associate of Arts (A.A.) Degrees
Criminal Justice
University Parallel, General Studies

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 Degrees & Certificates at Southwest - continued
Associate of Applied Science (A.A.S.) Degrees; 60 credit hours
Technical Certificates; 16-43 credit hours
These programs are designed to prepare you for employment upon graduation from Southwest

Associate of Applied Science (A.A.S.) Degrees A.A.S. Degrees continued

Accounting Mechanical Engineering Technology
Administrative Professional Technology • Manufacturing Concentration
• Business Office Concentration • Mechanical Design Concentration
• Legal Office Concentration Mechatronics Technology
• Medical Office Concentration Medical Laboratory Technician
Allied Health Mid-Management
Architectural Design Technology Nursing
• Architectural Design Concentration • Nursing Generic Track
• Civil/Construction Concentration • LPN Mobility Track
Automotive Service Technology Paralegal Studies
Biotechnology Technician Physical Therapist Assistant
Biotechnology Technician, Forensic Science Technician Concentration Radiologic Technology
Business
• Banking and Finance Concentration TN e-Campus (all classes online)
• Entrepreneurship & Small Business Mgmt. Concentration Associate of Applied Science
• Human Resource Management Concentration (A.A.S.) Degrees
• Logistics/Transportation Management Concentration Early Childhood Education
• Quality and Productivity Concentration
• Business, Management Concentration
Computer Engineering Technology
Computer Information Technology Technical Certificates
• Cyber Defense Concentration Accounting
• Networking Concentration Advanced Machining
• Programming Concentration Architectural/Construction Fundamentals
• Systems Administration and Management Concentration Basic Electronics Technician
Criminal Justice Computer Software Specialist
Early Childhood Education Early Childhood Education
Electrical Engineering Technology Electrical/Electronic Fundamentals
Electronic Technology Emergency Medical Technician - Advanced
Emergency Medical Services - Paramedic Emergency Medical Technician
Fire Science Entrepreneurship/Small Business Management
Funeral Service Education Industrial Computer Fundamentals
General Technology, Business Emphasis Laboratory Phlebotomy Technician
General Technology, Technology Emphasis Logistics/Transportation Management
Graphic Arts Technology Machining Fundamentals
• Graphic Arts Production Concentration Mechanical/Manufacturing CAD
• Interactive Multimedia Production Concentration Mechatronics Technology
Hospitality Management Paramedic
• Culinary Arts Concentration PC and Networking Technician
• Food and Beverage Management Concentration Pharmacy Technician
• Hotel Management Concentration Process Control Fundamentals
Quality Assurance Supervision
Industrial Process Control Technology
Quality Assurance
• Maintenance Technology Concentration
Substance Abuse Counseling
• Process Technology Concentration
Tax Preparer

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 Meet Your Career Services Team
Our team is here to assist you in exploring, choosing, and preparing for your future career.
Contact us to learn more about our services designed for your success!

Wanda Coopwood Angela Banks Cortney Ward Brenda Williams

Office Supervisor Assistant Director Specialist/Intern Director
Coordinator
wcoopwood@[Link] abanks@[Link] ccward2@[Link] bwilliams@[Link]

901-333-4789 Macon
901-333-4180 Macon 901-333-5511 Union 901-333-4180 Macon
901-333-5570 Union

AREAS OF SPECIALTY
General Career Services e-Portfolios Internships Career Assessments &
Information Resumes Interview Preparation Exploration
Full & Part-Time Job Career Fairs TN-Promise Liaison Career & Major Selection
Listings TN-Reconnect Liaison M.O.S.T. Liaison Employer Relations
Employer Recruiting

Schedule an Appointment with Career Services:

• Go to: [Link]
• Select “Career Services” as the care unit
• Follow the system prompts to choose your preferred day and time

Contact Us:
• Macon Cove campus: Farris Building, Suite 2160
• Union Avenue campus: M Building, Room 112-A
• Department Email: careerservices@[Link]
• Website: [Link]/career-services/
• Follow us on Instagram & twitter: @SouthwestCareer

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but whatever you do you have to keep moving forward.” - Martin Luther King Jr.

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