Academic Counseling

Navigating college can sometimes feel like a full-time job – but at El Camino, you’re never on your own.

 

Counseling Front Desk Window Hours (in-person assistance with appointment scheduling, general information):

Fall 2024

Monday-Friday: 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.

Please note: The campus will be closed on Monday, November 11, in observance of Veterans Day.

 

Visit the Warrior Welcome Center for El Camino application assistance, new student orientations, and other onboarding services.

 

Tutoring Hub

Falling behind in a class? Check out our options for convenient one-on-one or group tutoring, guided study centers and labs, online workshops, and more.

Visit the Tutoring Hub

Transfer Center

Looking ahead to a bachelor’s degree – or beyond? We’ll guide you through all the options and help you plan your roadmap to your next big step.

Connect with a Transfer Center Counselor

Career Services

Undecided on your major, career, or educational goal? Considering a career change? The experts in Career Services will help you find your focus.

Connect with Career Services

More Counseling Resources

Online counseling and phone appointment counseling provides a way for students to connect with a counselor via phone, email, and/or videoconferencing.

The following tips will give you an overview of appropriate etiquette when interacting in this new environment. It is important for you to read and understand the information below in order to use online counseling services and make the most of your virtual appointment.

 

To utilize videoconferencing appointments, you will need to have access to a computer with specific technical requirements listed below:  

  • Browser: Latest version of Chrome, Firefox, or Microsoft Edge. Safari may work as well.
  • Webcam & microphone: Required for face-to-face online appointments
  • Headset/Earbuds: Optional, but highly recommended for online appointments

If you do not have access to this technology, you can still meet with a counselor by scheduling a telephone appointment. Returning students may also call the Counseling Front Desk for assistance, as they may not have access to their El Camino email to obtain appointment information and video links.

 

  • Please make sure you have the latest version of Chrome, Firefox, Microsoft Edge or Safari before your counseling session begins
  • If you scheduled a phone appointment, make sure your phone is charged and ready, and your ringer is on so you will not miss the counselor's phone call
  • Counseling appointments are confidential, therefore, the use of a private computer, tablet or smartphone in a quiet environment is strongly encouraged
  • Please do not engage in videoconferencing while you are driving or participating in other activities.
  • Wear proper attire
  • Make sure there is proper lighting in the room
  • Make sure there is little to no background noise
  • Have a headset with microphone ready (your cell phone headset will work great!)
  • Avoid interruptions – Do not answer phone calls, text or surf the web during the appointment
  • Be respectful when communicating with your counselor.

 

Counseling faculty and staff reserve the right to end a chat, phone call, or videoconferencing session if a student engages in behavior deemed inappropriate, offensive and/or discriminatory.

 

About the Counseling Division

The Counseling and Student Success mission is to collaborate with the campus community to create a learning environment that fosters a sense of community, compassion, self-awareness – one that serves diverse students and promotes equitable educational outcomes and student success.

     

 

Questions? Contact Us

Academic Counseling Division Office

310-660-3442

[email protected]

Student Services Building, Second Floor