Advising, Career and Transfer Center (ACT)

The Advising, Career, Transfer Center (ACT) provides a wide range of academic supports to all students at the College, with services provided in each location. Students are encouraged to utilize the staff and resources available to achieve their academic goals. Services include: 

  • General academic advising
  • Peer and master tutoring
  • Career services
  • Transfer services
  • Computers and printer available for student use

The ACT Center can help with resumé and cover letter writing, interest assessments, interviewing skills, job search strategies, labor market information, employer information and college transfer site visits. 

Career Services provides employment and education planning for all students and alumni.  Students can access Career Coach, an online resource to take assessments, connect to programs, and look for work opportunities. Please visit www.rivervalley.com to explore the site.

All students at River Valley Community College will be assigned an academic advisor based on their program of study and location. The ACT center has advisors to help in the General Studies and Liberal Arts Degree paths. Advisors guide students to map out an education path that supports short and long term career goals.