Getting Started

Welcome to Distance Learning at Cascadia Community College. Distance Learning courses offer a unique opportunity for those who need an alternative to the traditional classroom. Distance Learning takes a variety of forms: online courses are computer based and hybrid courses offer a mix of computer based study with class time at the campus while telecourses use DVDs for content.

Online courses offer flexibility for students who are self-motivated and whose schedules may not match the schedule of face-to-face courses. Distance learning courses are not self-paced. You will need good time management skills and have actual time to regularly participate online.

If you have any questions or concerns please contact the distance learning advisor Carri McDermott at cmcdermott@cascadia.edu. You can also reach Carri via IM during specific hours. Click here for IM advising hours.

• cascadiaadvising@hotmail.com (MSN);
• cascadiaadvising@yahoo.com (Yahoo) ;
• advising@cascadia.edu (for ICQ and AOL users)

• Technical Requirements
• Is distance learning for me?

Ready to begin? Click on the service links below to begin your Distance Learning experience.

• Apply for Admission
• Planning and Advising
• Financial Aid

Helpful Hints:

1. Remember to print out your professors' contact information. This is especially important when you can't access information on the computer. Visit the Employee Directory.
2. For Open Learning Center (OLC) hours, please visit: OLC hours
3. To access "UW restricted" library resources from off-campus you will need to get a UWNetID from this page: http://www.cascadia.edu/uwnetid.asp. For instructions on how to use your UWNetID to access "UW restricted" resources, please see: http://www.uwb.edu/library/computing/offcampus.html. Note: A UWNetID is not required to access "UW restricted" resources from any computer in the library, Cascadia, or UWB.
4. Inclement Weather: If the campus is closed due to inclement weather (power outages, snow closure, etc.), then all online resources and activities will also be suspended during the closure.  Even though  you may still be able to access the server, assignment submissions, exams, and online log-on requirements will not be required; the OLC will also be closed during this time. You may check the inclement weather page or call the campus for updates at 425.352.8000.

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