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Yavapai Community College

Yavapai College is a student-focused institution that seeks to engage its attendees in a quality learning experience. The nationally recognized education and training programs are offered at convenient times, in-person and online. With six state-of-the-art campus locations across Yavapai County, opportunities abound.
With 300 days of sunshine per year, Yavapai College is the perfect destination for any outdoor enthusiast. YC has expanded its online offerings to give students added flexibility to complete classes on a schedule that works for them.
The most distinctive characteristic of Yavapai College is that it's a community of supportive, dedicated faculty, staff and administrators who care about every student's education, aspirations, and trajectory for success.
Yavapai College offers a rewarding educational experience and beautiful settings in the mountains of central Arizona. In addition, it offers dozens of certificate programs, associate, transfer degrees, and bachelor's degrees.
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Purpose

Yavapai College endeavors to provide accessible, affordable education, economic development, and community activities to the residents of Yavapai County.... Read more

Vision

Yavapai College ensures that Yavapai County is a premier place to learn, work, and live.... Read more

Mission

Yavapai College enriches our community by providing accessible, quality workforce, transfer, lifelong, and cultural learning opportunities.... Read more

Additional Culture Details

The following responses to the question "What about Yavapai Community College is motivating to you?" from an employee survey administered in February 2024 typify the positive environment of working at Yavapai College.

"Since I began at YC, I have believed in the purpose of our being here. Changing the lives of our students and helping them be the very best they can be is my passion every day."

"The shared desire to put students first and to make their education experience as positive as possible is motivating. Our staff is caring and compassionate. They do their best to help each other and students succeed."

"Yavapai Community College is truly motivating for me on a personal level. The emphasis on collaboration and innovation aligns with my belief in the power of new ideas. The encouragement of creativity through resources like innovation grants and the supportive culture of continuous improvement resonate with my values. Moreover, the focus on personal growth and recognition inspires me to contribute as a police officer, making me feel an integral part of the positive and forward-thinking community at Yavapai Community College."

"We are helping this grassroots community by giving people the skills they need for a better career and,
ultimately, a better life. Also, we are free to try new things and take on new projects as we see fit."
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Values

Excellence
1. We foster positive relationships with students, staff, and faculty to support student learning goals.
2. We anticipate the needs of stakeholders and adjust our efforts to reduce their challenges and support their objectives.
3. We create a positive, productive, and supportive environment conducive to learning.

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