Software SpecialistCertificate of Achievement

  1. Chabot College
    Software Specialist
    Certificate of Achievement
    • 21 credits
    • 3 terms
  2. to Certificate

Software Specialist map for 2025-2026

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Chabot College: Software Specialist

Term 1 — Fall

3 courses9 credits

CAS 50

Introduction to Computer Application Systems
  • Major
  • 3 credits

CAS 88

Microsoft Word
  • Major
  • 3 credits

Software Specialist CoA: Electives

  • Major
  • 3 credits

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

2 courses6 credits

CAS 54

Microsoft Excel
  • Major
  • 3 credits

Software Specialist CoA: Electives

  • Major
  • 3 credits

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

2 courses6 credits

CAS 58

Microsoft Access
  • Major
  • 3 credits

Software Specialist CoA: Electives

  • Major
  • 3 credits

Update your SEP if needed

See a counselor if you plan to continue towards a degree and/or transfer.
  • Milestone

Graduation

Submit “Request for Degree” form to Admissions & Records by April 1st
  • Milestone
Software Specialist — Certificate of Achievement
Total credits: 21

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