New Student Orientation
All students who plan to enroll at South Suburban College to pursue an associate’s degree, and/or prepare to transfer, are required to complete the orientation program. New Student Orientation is an essential step in beginning your educational journey.
Please complete the following steps in order:
Placement testing is located in the Assessment (Testing) Center, Room 2266 on the second floor of the Main Campus in South Holland, IL. There are three (3) tests most students will take: ALEKS, Accuplacer, and English.
- Please present a valid photo ID for all assessment testing.
- There is a $25 testing fee for the battery of tests. This is a one-time, non-refundable fee that can be paid prior to testing.
- SSC offers online placement tests for Reading, English and Math. Students can send an email to [email protected] for more information about online placement testing.
- If you have taken a placement test at another college, submit your score report to the College & Career Success Center for evaluation. Note that students may be exempt from placement testing based on previous college credit, official ACT/SAT scores and high school GPA.
Students must complete SSC’s in-person orientation. This is a 2-hour overview of College policies, procedures and resources available for student success. Students will learn about:
- Academic Planning (Self Service)
- Financial Aid
- Support services (including tutoring, library, career and job preparedness, disability services, and veterans services)
- Programs of Study (Your degree or certificate program)
- Student IDs, email logins, and other communication tools
- Clubs and Organizations
Students must sign up for in-person orientation in advance and punctually attend their preferred session. Click here to RSVP.
South Suburban College advisors are here to assist you with choosing courses, understanding your curriculum, and providing a point of contact for your journey at SSC. You can reach an advisor by using QLess (https://www.ssc.edu/qless/) or at (708) 596-2000, ext. 5724.
Office Hours
Monday & Thursday:
8:00 a.m. – 7:00 p.m.
Tuesday & Wednesday:
8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
Friday:
8:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.
(Closed on Fridays in Summer)
Room 2350 – Main Campus
TEL: (708) 210-5724
(Se habla Español)
Use QLess to Get in Virtual Line
Whether on campus or a remote student you can sign in and wait in a virtual line. We will alert you when you are getting closer to the front of the line so you have time prepare.
Counseling Resources
SSC Student Assistance Program (SAP)
(800) 456-6327
National Suicide Prevention Lifeline
*9-8-8 or (800) 273-8255
Crisis Text Line
- Text HOME to 741741 to connect with a Crisis Counselor
- Free 24/7 support at your fingertips
- Message on Facebook
What the College and Career Success Center Can Do for YOU!
A professional counseling staff serves the academic, vocational, and personal needs of students. The counseling staff assists students in determining career choices and in planning programs designed to reach their educational goals.
Individual counseling is available to assist students in developing greater self-awareness and problem-solving ability. Referrals to outside human services agencies are also available in the Counseling Center. Academic advising and Counseling services such as Student Success Coaches, benefits navigator and ECMC Project Success Strong Inventory are available to all students at the Counseling Center.
SSC Testing Center Proctored Exam Schedule
DAILY EXAMS
| IN-OFFICE HOURS | ONLINE HOURS | TESTING DAYS | ROOM | STUDENTS IN LAB | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Aleks Math Placement/Online | MTWR 8am-4pm F 8am-1pm |
MTWR 8am-7pm F 8am-1pm |
MTWRF | 2266 | – |
| English Placement/Online | MTWR 8am-4pm F 8am-1pm |
MTWR 8am-7pm F 8am-1pm |
MTWRF | 2266 | – |
| Reading Placement/Online | MTWR 8am-4pm F 8am-1pm |
MTWR 8am-7pm F 8am-1pm |
MTWRF | 2266 | – |
| Instructor’s Exam/in Lab | MTWR 8am-4pm F 8am-1pm |
None. Only Office Hours | MTWRF | 2266 | – |
| Outside University Exams | MTWR 8am-4pm F 8am-1pm |
None. Only Office Hours | MTWRF | 2266 | – |
| CLEPS Testing | MTWR 8am-4pm F 8am-1pm |
None. Only Office Hours | MTWRF | 2266 | – |
| DSST Testing | MTWR 8am-4pm F 8am-1pm |
None. Only Office Hours | MTWRF | 2266 | – |
EVERY TWO WEEK TESTING
| IN-OFFICE HOURS | ONLINE HOURS | TESTING DAYS | ROOM | STUDENTS IN LAB | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| NHS Testing | W 11am-3pm F 9am-1pm |
None. Only Office Hours | WF | 2345 | 15 |
| HESI Testing | W 11am-3pm F 9am-1pm |
None. Only Office Hours | WF | 2345 | 15 |
| Police Merit Testing | W 11am-3pm F 9am-1pm |
None. Only Office Hours | WF | 2266 | – |
ONCE A MONTH TESTING
| IN-OFFICE HOURS | ONLINE HOURS | TESTING DAYS | ROOM | STUDENTS IN LAB | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| CNA | – | None. Only Office Hours | W | TBD | – |