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Planned Online Service Interruptions
RCSJ will be transitioning to a new​ online student registration experience from 6/23 through 7/11. ​Access to current online student accounts for registration, financial aid, payments and other related services will be temporarily paused as we transition to the new system. Please note that students will ​​have access to their classes (Blackboard Learn) and student email during this time.
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Core Competencies

​​​​​​​​​​This comprehensive list reflects the core competencies that are essential for all RCSJ graduates; however, each program varies regarding competencies required for a specific degree. Critical thinking is embedded in all courses.

Written and Oral Communication
  • Students will communicate effectively in both speech and writing.
​Quantitative Knowledge and Skills
  • Students will use appropriate mathematical and statistical concepts and operations to interpret data and to solve problems.
Scientific Knowledge and Reasoning
  • Students will use the scientific method of inquiry, through the acquisition of scientific knowledge.
Technological Competency
  • Students will use computer systems or other appropriate forms of technology to achieve educational and personal goals. 
​Society and Human Behavior
  • Students will use social science theories and concepts to analyze human behavior and social and political institutions and to act as responsible citizens.
Humanistic Perspective
  • Students will analyze works in the fields of art, history, music, or theater; literature; philosophy and/or religious studies; and/or will gain competence in the use of a foreign language.
Historical Perspective
  • Students will understand historical events and movements in World, Western, non-Western or American societies and assess their subsequent significance. 
Global and Cultural Awareness
  • Students will understand the importance of a global perspective and culturally diverse peoples.
Ethical Reasoning and Action
  • Students will understand ethical issues and situations.
Information Literacy
  • Students will address an information need by locating, evaluating, and effectively using information.​
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