Extreme Couponing for Advisor Training Programs Handout

1. 2012 NACADA Region IV International Conference
Extreme Couponing for Advisor Training Programs
Jessica Simmons, Ed.D.
University of Central Florida
Interdisciplinary Studies
Jessica.simmons@ucf.edu
407-823-0013
• UCF New Advisor Training Website with sample training calendar, training
checklist, and hiring checklist: http://advising.sdes.ucf.edu/?id=adv_newadvisors
• Free video capture software - how to download Jing, Authorpointe Lite,
Camstudio, and iSpring:
http://www.fctl.ucf.edu/TeachingAndLearningResources/Technology/Screencasts
/index.php
• Advising Skills to include in a course:
o NACADA Standards, Values, Mission
o University Advising Culture and Structure
o Advising Theories
o Student Appointment Guidelines
o Best Practices
o Confidentiality & Note Keeping
o Degree Audits & Academic Plans
o Policy & Procedure Beyond the Catalog
o Student Services
o Special Student Populations
• Challenges to consider:
o Getting buy-in & getting the word out
o Technology resources
o Recognition or incentive to complete
o Notification of new hires
o Balancing online training with personal one-on-one training
o Finding time
o Leadership and delegation