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COLLEGE CREDITS FOR Young Marines. HEAD START TO A COLLEGE EDUCATION. Adams State University in partnership with RTG & Associates . Provides Academic Recognition for Young Marines In the following areas:
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COLLEGE CREDITS FOR Young Marines HEAD START TO A COLLEGE EDUCATION
Adams State University in partnership with RTG & Associates Provides Academic Recognition for Young Marines In the following areas: Community Service-Learning, Leadership, Character Education, Citizenship, Personal Financial Management, and History
College Credits for Academic Efforts • College Credit awarded by Adams State University - • state funded public university located in Alamosa, Colorado • Up to 22credits awarded towardsASUAssociate’s Degree or transferable to college of choice in all states with consent of gaining institution (19credits in Young Marines curriculum, and 3 in American History for special Veteran based research project) • InitialASU Transcript provided to student automatically – • RecognizeYoung Marines educational experiences • PrepareYoung Marines for future academic objectives
PROGRAM BENEFITS • Elevates academic recognition • Provides competitive college admission status (Possible academic partnership programs with local community/junior colleges) • Enhances Young Marines academic resume • Lowers net student tuition costs • Accelerates college degree completion • Reinforces commitment to academic achievement • Provides for a motivated Young Marines membership, and attracts high quality new members
It all begins here...via • 19 of 29 credits to choose from (12 courses identified) • Regionally Accredited • Tuition only $60 per credit • (no fees)
Academic Leadership Courses CORE COURSE LISTING: Health, Wellness and Physical Fitness - LEAD 130 2 credits Community Service Learning, ‘An American Ethic’ – LEAD 138 2 credits * Personal Financial Management - LEAD 122 2 credits * Character Education - LEAD 124 2 credits * Citizenship - HGP 179 3 credits Basic Leadership Experiences (Jr Yr) - LEAD 136 3 credits College Options - ID 179 1 credit American Defense Policies and Leadership (Sr Yr) - LEAD 128 3 credits Military Historical Staff Ride – LEAD 134 3 credits Exceptional American Leader Research Development Project - LEAD 142 1 credit 0PTIONAL Additional/Substitute COURSE LISTING: American History and Its Veterans: 1890 through Today - HIST 179 3 credits American Veterans-Profiles in Leadership 3 credits * College Options - ID 179 3 credits Note: * Has 10-15 hr Community Service Learning Education Project
Core courses graded by Regt Staff/Mentors • Optional courses graded by ASU/RTG Faculty • American History (has special grading requirements – read syllabus for additional info • H.S. History Teacher or Guidance Counselor sign.) • Regimental choice from 19 of 29 credits provided • HIST 179 course – special credits (3), not part of 19 credits regimental option
Regimental Cadre/Mentors DECIDE how to map the courses to fit their local curriculum
1 2 3 EASY AS . . . • YOUNG MARINE • Anytime after completing a course, registers thru RTG website and pays Adam State University • Registration quick and easy with ASU • ASU always open • Successful former Young Marines always eligible for enrollment with consent of Cadre/Mentor • PROFESSOR • Reviews grade report and submits grades for college credit to • Adam State University • Free transcript provided automatically • Additional transcripts available upon request • REGIMENTAL CADRE/MENTOR • Emails student grade report to • ASU professor of record • On RTG Form • All students on one grade report • Instructor signed • and dated
Funding Options for Young Marines Business Leaders Support Military Staff Rides Civic Leaders Sponsor Citizenship Courses Banks/Credit Unions Support “Personal Finance” (NEFE) Courses Churches Sponsor Character Education Courses Alumni Networks Community Fundraising Partnership with Marine Corps League Local Area, State & National Grants – Scholarships
TESTIMONIAL “RTG & Associate’s Leadership Credits Program is invaluable!” “Many of our college bound cadets are interested or already registered.” “…nothing but positive responses from parents.” “…adds an extra dimension to our JROTC program. “ “…helping students prepare for their future.” “Thank you for all of your help and for giving these students a head start.” Terry L. Webster, Lt. Col, USAF (retired) Senior Aerospace Science Instructor March, 2010
CONTACT US Bob Greene President/Founder bobgreene2007@gmail.com Tel: 720.837.7926 Go to this link: http://www.leadershipcredit.info/young-marines/