Carroll Community College

1. What is the First Advising Session (FAS)?
2. Why do I need to complete a FAS ?
3. What will I learn in the FAS? 
4. What is the duration of the FAS?  
5. How do I register for classes if I have completed a FAS?
6. What is a "Concurrent" or "Released-Time" student? 

What is a First Advising Session (FAS)? 

Your First Advising Session (FAS) is a self-paced, online tutorial that you complete after you receive your placement test results. The FAS introduces you to important information about your Carroll academic plan, as well as key points that help you navigate your first term and beyond.

Why do I need to complete a FAS? 

The FAS provides you with a better understanding about academic planning and a solid foundation for your first semester of college. If you have a transcript documenting the successful completion of at least twelve academic credits (four courses), you are not required to complete the FAS.

What will I learn in the FAS? 

• Important academic dates to remember
• Academic planning - your degree program requirements
• Transfer planning - strategies for selecting courses for transfer
• How to build your first term schedule of classes

What is the duration of the FAS?

Please allow one-and-one-half hours for the session including the time it takes to complete your registration form.

 How do I register for classes if I have completed a FAS?

As a FAS student, you must meet with an advisor to have registration choices approved, at which time you are given online registration access. On-campus computers are available if you want to register online immediately after completing your FAS.

What is a "Concurrent" or "Released-Time" student? 

Concurrent or Released-Time Students take high school and college courses in the same term. Eligible students need permission from their high school.

Concurrent Students need to bring a signed high school concurrent enrollment application from their high school guidance office at the time of registration. Visit the Admissions Office in room A-101 when you are ready to register.