STUDENT LEARNING OUTCOMES are the knowledge and abilities every student graduating with a certificate or degree from South Seattle Community College will have. Students will achieve these outcomes as well as the specific curriculum outcomes for their academic or technical area of study.

1. Communication
• Read and listen actively to learn and communicate
• Speak and write effectively for personal, academic, and career purposes
2. Computation
• Use arithmetic and other basic mathematical operations as required by program of study
• Apply quantitative skills for personal, academic, and career purposes
• Identify, interpret, and utilize higher level mathematical and cognitive skills (for those students who choose to move beyond the minimum requirements as stated above)
3. Human Relations
• Use social interactive skills to work in groups effectively
• Recognize the diversity of cultural influences and values
4. Critical Thinking and Problem-Solving
º Think critically in evaluating information, solving problems, and making decisions

5. Technology
• Select and use appropriate technological tools for personal, academic, and career tasks.
6. Personal Responsibility
• Be motivated and able to continue learning and adapt to change
• Value one's own skills, abilities, ideas, and art
• Take pride in one's work
• Manage personal health and safety
• Be aware of civic and environmental issues
7. Information Literacy
• Access and evaluate information from a variety of sources and contexts, including technology
• Use information to achieve personal, academic, and career goals, as well as to participate in a democratic society.