First Year Academy Department

Wake Tech’s First Year Academy (FYA) promotes student success by empowering students to achieve education and career goals. The academy’s mission is to help students succeed by encouraging them to take responsibility for their education.

The First Year Academy works closely with the First Year Experience (FYE) through ACA 090 – Student Success Strategies. This course is mandatory for students with developmental education requirements in both Pre-Curriculum Math and Pre-Curriculum English. Students can complete the requirements for FYE while taking ACA 090.

All university transfer degree programs require students to complete ACA 122 – College Transfer Success. This course helps students map their pathway from Wake Tech to the four-year institution of their choice.

Course Descriptions

ACA 090 – Student Success Strategies
This course provides students with skills and strategies for success in college, career, and life. It covers the physical, academic, and social environment of college; promotes personal development; and cultivates essential learning strategies. Upon completion, students should be able to manage their learning experiences to meet education and life goals.

ACA 122 – College Transfer Success
This course provides information and strategies for developing clear academic and professional goals after the community college experience. It covers the Comprehensive Articulation Agreement (CAA), college policies and culture, career exploration, information gathering, strategic planning, critical thinking, and communication skills for a successful academic transition. Upon completion, students should be able to develop a plan for a successful transition to a four-year institution.

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