Jazz StudiesCertificate of Achievement

  1. Chabot College
    Jazz Studies
    Certificate of Achievement
    • 16 credits
    • 4 terms
  2. to Certificate

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Chabot College: Jazz Studies

Term 1 — Fall

3 courses5 credits

MUSL 42A

Jazz Theory I
  • Major
  • 3 credits
  • Prerequisites

MUSP 15

Jazz Ensemble
  • Major
  • 1 credit

MUSP 11A

Fundamentals in Jazz Improvisation
  • Major
  • 1 credit

Student Educational Plan

Make a counseling appointment to develop your SEPC (comprehensive student educational plan).
  • Milestone

Tutoring

Get tutoring and academic support early in the semester.
  • Milestone

Financial Aid

Apply for financial aid for next year (FAFSA or CADAA). The priority deadline is March 2nd.
  • Milestone

Term 2 — Spring

3 courses5 credits

MUSL 42B

Jazz Theory II
  • Major
  • 3 credits
  • Prerequisites

MUSP 16

Jazz Orchestra
  • Major
  • 1 credit

MUSP 11B

Jazz Combo
  • Major
  • 1 credit

Review your SEP in DegreeWorks

Check in with your Counselor if needed to ensure you are on track to register for Summer/Fall.
  • Milestone

Career Exploration & Preparation

Visit the Career Center to learn about jobs/internships and meet with a career counselor.
  • Milestone

Term 3 — Fall

3 courses3 credits

MUSA 22A

Jazz Piano and Musicianship I
  • Major
  • 1 credit
  • Prerequisites

MUSP 15

Jazz Ensemble
  • Major
  • 1 credit

MUSP 11A

Fundamentals in Jazz Improvisation
  • Major
  • 1 credit

Financial Aid

Apply for financial aid if you plan to continue towards a degree and/or transfer.
  • Milestone

Review your SEP in DegreeWorks

Check in with your Counselor if needed to ensure you are on track to register for Spring classes.
  • Milestone

Term 4 — Spring

3 courses3 credits

MUSA 22B

Jazz Piano and Musicianship II
  • Major
  • 1 credit
  • Prerequisites

MUSP 16

Jazz Orchestra
  • Major
  • 1 credit

MUSP 11B

Jazz Combo
  • Major
  • 1 credit

Graduation

Submit “Request for Degree” form to Admissions & Records by April 1st
  • Milestone

Update your SEP if needed

See a counselor if you plan to continue towards a degree and/or transfer.
  • Milestone
Jazz Studies — Certificate of Achievement
Total credits: 16

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