Learning Labs
Academic Coaching (SFCC)
Academic Coaching offers free tutoring, mentoring, and general studies skills/strategies supported by both peers and professionals. Peer coaches are current students at SFCC, Gonzaga, Whitworth, and volunteer staff. Academic coaches are available in over 36 subjects including math, writing, science, and many others. Visit the Academic Coaching program in the Library, Bldg. 2, room 101C.
For more information, call 509-533-3809 or email academic_coaching@sfcc.spokane.edu, or visit https://sfcc.spokane.edu/For-Our-Students/Getting-Help/AcademicCoaching.
Business Student Support Center (SFCC)
The SFCC Business Student Support Center (BSSC) is located in Building 24 (sn-w’ey’-mn), room 101. The center is an excellent place for business students to work on self-paced business math and computer applications classes, meet to collaborate on projects for other classes, study, and get additional assistance as needed. The BSSC provides supplies to assist with learning such as computers, printers, calculators, headphones, note pads, pens, pencils, chargers, etc.
For more information, call 509-533-3251.
Business Technology Center (SCC)
The SCC Business Technology department offers individualized instruction in a broad selection of computer-based courses.
Courses for 2.5-credits in Excel, PowerPoint, Access, Word, Outlook, and Project are designed specifically for those who have an interest in learning more about these software programs. All of these courses meet for approximately five weeks. Five-credit courses for students preparing for an office career include Computing Essentials, Word Processing, Spreadsheet Design & Analysis (Excel), and Integrated Office Applications.
All of these courses are offered on campus, at our off-campus centers or online.
For more information, call SCC, 509-533-7389.
College Literacy Center (SFCC)
Many students entering college or returning after an extended absence from studies need additional reading, writing, and study-skills to prepare for college-level courses. To meet the needs of these students, SFCC offers Developmental Education courses through the College Literacy Center (CLC). These courses are numbered below 100 and, although taken for credit, are nontransferable.
The College Literacy Center (CLC) is located in Building 5, room 113. For more information, call (509) 533-3601.
Competency-Based Education Lab (SFCC)
The Competency-Based Education (CBE) Lab supports the Visual & Performing Arts Division and is in Building 19, room 216. The CBE Lab is the largest Mac lab on campus, with nearly 100 Macs plus 30 PCs. The CBE Lab is equipped with laser printers, image scanners, a photo printer, and a large-format printer. Students also have access to a small Photo Studio and may check out cameras, light kits, and other equipment from the front desk. All computers in the CBE Lab offer Adobe Creative Cloud and Microsoft 365, while the PCs also have AutoCAD, SketchUP Pro, and 2020 Design software.
For more information, call 509-533-4181.
Entrepreneurship (SCC)
SCC's Start Up Academy and Launch Lab at the Avista Center offers multiple ways to get the entrepreneurial education needed to start or grow a business.
The entrepreneurship certificate program welcomes students from many backgrounds and areas of study. Students participate in a two-quarter business experience where they create a business from the ground up. Students are guided through the experience by college instructors, as well as by local business and community leaders.
The Start Up Academy also offers several nonacademic programs for individuals who would like to start or grow a business. These programs include the Entrepreneurship Citation, the Entrepreneurship Boot Camp, the Launch Lab and various entrepreneurial workshops.
The Start Up Academy is located in the Avista Center, Bldg. 1, room 101.
For more information, visit scc.spokane.edu/Entrepreneurship, or call 509-533-8902.
Mathematics Learning Center (SFCC)
The Mathematics Learning Center personnel provide assistance in the areas of math, engineering, and physics review and material covered in courses taught at SFCC.
The Mathematics Learning Center is located in Building 18, room 213. For more information, call 509-533-3441.
MESA (SFCC)
SFCC is one of twelve community colleges to host MESA (Math, Engineering, Science Achievement). MESA is a state-funded program to support academic and career development of STEM students. MESA brings together students of diverse backgrounds who are intent on studying math, science, computer science, and engineering. The goals of MESA are to assist in improving retention and graduation rates of STEM students through focused efforts supporting students marginalized by race, ethnicity, and/or gender.
The MESA Center is located in Building 18, room 213. For more information, call 509-533-3431.
Science Learning Center (SFCC)
The Science Learning Center provides a study space for students enrolled in science courses taught at SFCC.
The Science Learning Center is located in Building 28, room 221. For more information, call 509-533-4321.
Tutoring Services (SCC)
SCC Tutoring Services includes the Business Tutoring Center, Main Tutoring Center for Writing/English, Foreign Language, Humanities/Social Sciences, ESL Tutoring Center, Math Lab, Science Tutoring Center, and Computer Labs for student use. The mission of Tutoring Services is to maintain a learning environment where every individual is valued, challenged, encouraged, and empowered to gain the confidence and skill to become an independent learner.
Tutoring Services employs tutors who are SCC students, students from local universities, and part-time, hourly tutors. The majority of tutors hold previous degrees in the areas in which they tutor.
The Writing Center and tutoring for languages and social sciences is located in the Main Tutoring Center, Bldg. 6, room 158. Business Tutoring is located in Building 1, room R107. The Math Tutoring Center is located in Building 27, room 108 along with a Math/Science Computer Lab in Building 27, room 109. The Science Tutoring Center is located in Building 27, room 212. ESL tutoring is located in Building 15 Annex. Tutoring also is available at the Colville campus.
Spokane Community College provides access to online tutors through the Western eTutoring Consortium. Tutors are available during extended hours, on weekends, and many holidays.
For more information on hours of operation and online tutoring, visit scc.spokane.edu/tutoring or call 509-533-7322.
Libraries
The Library at SCC
The SCC Library provides access to extensive information resources as well as a quiet place to study. In addition, the library’s webpage provides access to a variety of databases, eBooks and other resources selected to support coursework, as well as laptops, GoPros®, internet hotspots. Students can get research assistance in person at the reference desk, by phone, via email, and also by using a 24/7 online chat service. Library faculty teach classes and provide individualized instruction on campus as well as online. Over 60 computer workstations and a wireless network are available for student research and homework. Several study rooms are available for individual and group study.
For more information, call Library Services, 509-533-7055.
The Library at SFCC
The SFCC Library provides a welcoming and inclusive space for students to thrive, study, and relax. Visitors are invited to peruse a robust collection of physical and digital resources which include books, articles, and videos intentionally selected to meet all of SFCC’s academic needs. While in the library, take advantage of the free tech services: computers, printers, an Innovation Studio, assistive technologies, and more. A variety of spaces for collaborative group work or quiet individual study are available for students, as well as comfortable seating areas great for studying or socializing with classmates.
Library faculty provide expert, individual, research help, in-person, or by phone, email, Zoom, and a 24/7 online chat service. Librarian designed workshops are offered in-person and online throughout the quarter so students can brush up on a variety of research skills.
Need help with technology? Library staff provides basic computer help and circulation of library materials, including laptops and hotspots.
For more information, call Library Services, 509-533-3805 or visit our website at: https://sfcc.spokane.edu/For-Our-Students/Library.