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Empowering every student’s path through personalized advising, academic progress, and wellness support from start to finish.

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Academic advising

Services we offer:

Academic Advising — we can help you:
  • Plan your classes to stay on track for your certificate or degree.
  • Understand your program map and graduation requirements.
  • Build study and time management skills.
Academic Progress Support

We're here to help you stay on track and reach your goals. If your instructor notices you could use some extra support, we'll connect with you to explore resources like tutoring, study strategies, and other tools to help you succeed.

Success Coaching
  • Managing stress and problem-solving.
  • Setting goals.
  • Finding campus and community resources.
Classroom Visits — we visit classrooms each quarter to:
  • Check-in and share information about registration and graduation.
  • Answer questions about your program and next steps.
Group Registration

We meet with program classes to walk you through the registration process for the next quarter and make sure you're following your program map.

Mental Wellness Support

Feeling anxious, sad, or dealing with personal challenges? You're not alone — we're here to help. Our team members can provide support and help you connect with community mental health services.

Note: Prospective/New students must go through the Welcome Center prior to meeting with an Advisor.

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Create an Appointment with a Counselor

Current students can log into Navigate to view/schedule our appointment and walk-in availability. You will use your Canvas log in information. Learn more about How to schedule an Advising Appointment in Navigate.

How to use Navigate

If you need assistance, please call 253-589-5548 or email advising@cptc.edu. We're happy to help you explore what CPTC has to offer, and we look forward to working with you.

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Meet Our Program Counselors

Need help with navigating your program? Find your counselor here:

Khairo Bray

253.589.5973 | khairo.bray@cptc.edu

Nursing

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  • Licensed Practical Nursing
  • Nursing Assistant Certificate
  • Pre-Nursing (DTA)
  • LPN to RN Bridge

Health and Human Development

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  • Human Services
  • Early Care & Education

Science, Technology, Engineering and Design

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  • Digital Entertainment & Design
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Taylor McGovern

253.589.5622 | taylor.mcgovern@cptc.edu

Manufacturing, Auto and Trades

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  • Auto Collision
  • Auto Restoration
  • Auto Technician
  • Upholstery

Advanced Manufacturing

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  • Manufacturing Technician
  • Mechatronics
  • Non-Destructive Testing

Bachelor Programs

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  • BAS Mechatronics Engineering Technology and Automation
  • BAS Operations Management
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Annemarie Solbrack

253.589.5881 | annemarie.solbrack@cptc.edu

Science, Technology, Engineering and Design

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  • Architectural Engineering Design
  • Computer Programming
  • Network Operations & System Security
  • Environmental Sciences and Technology
  • Interior Design
  • Graphic Design Technology

Bachelor Programs

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  • BAS Interior Design
  • BAS Environmental Sciences
  • BAS Cybersecurity
  • BAS Computer Science & Cyber Physical
  • Software Engineering
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Julie Lancour

253.589.5582 | julie.lancour@cptc.edu

Business and Personal Services

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  • Cosmetology
  • Esthetic Sciences
  • Accounting
  • Retail Business Management

Aerospace and Aviation

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  • Aviation Maintenance Technician
  • Avionics
  • Professional Pilot
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Erica Lebens

253.589.5518 | erica.lebens@cptc.edu

Health Sciences

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  • Central Services/Sterile Processing
  • Dental Assistant
  • Health Unit Coordinator
  • Medical Assistant
  • Medical Histology
  • Medical Lab Technician
  • Pharmacy Technician Advanced
  • Surgical Technology
  • Core Allied Health classes

Running Start

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Tracy Norton

253.589.5896 | tracy.norton@cptc.edu

Automotive and Trades

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  • Construction Technology
  • Electrician Low Voltage Fire/Security
  • Heating & Air Conditioning/Refrigeration Service Technician (HVAC)
  • Lineman & Arboriculture
  • Welding

Business and Personal Services

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  • Culinary Arts
  • Pastry Arts
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