Pace University Advisor Development Program (ADP)

Issued by Pace University

Academic Advisors that have earned the ADP badge have developed the entry level skills needed to effectively provide proactive, holistic, & comprehensive academic advisement to students from the point of assignment through degree completion. The advisor has successfully advised their caseload for 1 year. They are skilled in creating academic plans, performing degree audits, updating program worksheets, & using advisor tools (Degree Works, Banner, OnTrack, CRM, Slate, TCE on Demand, etc.).

Type Experience
Level Foundational
Time Years
Cost Free

Skills

Earning Criteria

1) Read/Review the Advisor Development Program (ADP) module in CLASSES LMS.
2) Ensure that each student understands all university requirements and individual program requirements as they progress through their curriculum.
3) Maintain detailed student appointment and advising records in On Track, respond in a timely manner to all OnTrack flags, and follow up with students to ensure effective resolution to all raised concerns.
4) Verify that each student on caseload is appropriately registered for courses in alignment with their curriculum and timely degree completion.
5) Proactively track student progress and work closely with faculty and relevant university offices to identify, document, and resolve barriers to success and program progression.
6) Support student requests on a variety of academic matters including registration, schedule changes, add/drop, waivers/substitutions, transfer credits, declaring/changing majors or minors, dual degree program, academic withdrawals, leave of absences, internship credit approvals, and resumption of study.
7) Monitor Degree Works to ensure accuracy for program progression and the Registrar’s official degree audit process.
8) Collaborate with Registrar to resolve any barriers to awarding degrees upon program completion.
9) Facilitate timely schedule creation for incoming freshmen and transfer students.
10) Participate in Orientation and related onboarding efforts, including collaboration across the division and with Student Affairs, the First Year and Transfer Experience team, and Admissions.
11) Support initiatives to ensure continued student registration, returns from LOA’s, and seamless transitions in Resuming Studies, inclusive of documenting and reporting on any barriers to continued enrollment.
12) Engage in activities and programs such as Awards and Commencement as they relate to advising and student success.
13) Collaborate within select advisement working groups and committees to support initiatives related to academic advisement.
14) Connect students with appropriate colleagues and partnering departments when needed, including but not limited to faculty members, Career Services, International Students, SADACA, Registrar, Financial Aid, the Learning Center, Counseling Services, and other student support areas.
15) Attend two workshops throughout the year tailored to the advancement of your interests, skills and knowledge.
16) Conduct a minimum of 3 informational interviews with other offices throughout the university (i.e. advisors in other schools, financial aid, Registrars, etc.).
OPTIONAL: Attend 1 conference (virtual or in-person).