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Who is a New Visiting Student?

  • You do not want a degree from CCAC
  • You go to another college and want to take a course(s) at CCAC
  • You have never attended CCAC or taken a CCAC course

Steps to Applying and Getting Started

Find the Course(s) you are Looking for

  1. From a web browser, go to https://selfservice.ccac.edu/Student/Courses
  2. Type the course name or course name and number into the search
  3. Click the magnify glass to search
  4. Your search results will appear
    • Use the filters on the left to narrow your results


Alternate Solution - Using Advanced Search Tab

  1. From a web browser, go to https://selfservice.ccac.edu/Student/Courses
  2. Choose the Advanced Seach tab
  3. Choose your Results View
    • Catalog View (Card View)
    • Section Listing (Detailed View)
  4. Select your Term for the term drop-down menu or enter the date you want to meet
  5. Select a course from the Course and Sections section
    You can add multiple courses to your search results to see all the listings
    • Choose the Subject from the subject drop-down menu
    • (Optional) Enter the Course Number
    • (Optional) Enter the Section ID
    • (Optional) You can add more courses by clicking the + Add More... button
  6. (Optional) Choose the Days of the Week
  7. (Optional) Choose the Location from the location drop-down menu
  8. (Optional) Choose the Start Time and End Time
  9. (Optional) Choose the Course Type from the course type drop-down menu
  10. Click the Search button
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Alternate Solution - Using Subject Search Tab

  1. From a web browser, go to https://selfservice.ccac.edu/Student/Courses
  2. Choose the Subject Seach tab
  3. Choose your Course you want to learn more about
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Confirm Credit will Transfer

Always confirm with your home school that our course will be accepted in transfer. For more detailed information on a course use the CCAC Catalog and search under Courses/Master Syllabi.

  1. From a web browser, go to https://catalog.ccac.edu/
  2. From the left-side menu, click Courses/ Master Syllabi
  3. Use the drop-down menu to choose the correct catalog
  4. Use the Course Filter to narrow and search your results
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Apply or Enroll at CCAC

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Is this your first time attending CCAC?
  • Yes
  • No

Create your CCAC Account

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Create Account Demographic InformationEnrollment InformationAccount InformationComplete the Account Process

Reminder

  • You must have an active email account, which is checked regularly. This email address will receive all the communications from admissions and then transferred into your student account and is considered your "personal" email address.  
    • It is not suggested to use a work or temporary email address.
  • The email address and password used here will be what you use if you need to come back to your application, register for an event or log into the application system. 
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Were you a previous CCAC Student, but now a Visiting Student?

Because you already have a student account, you will need to go to registration to reactivate your account. You do not need to reapply. 


  1. From a web browser, go to https://discover.ccac.edu/

  2. Click Create Account 

  3. Fill out the Demographic Information

  4. Fill out the Enrollment Information

  5. Select when you anticipate enrolling at CCAC from the drop-down menu 
  6. Select Area of Interest, the selected "Visting Student or Not pursuing a degree..."
  7. Select your Academic Program, the selected Non-CCAC VISITING student
  8. Select a Location
  9. Select if you are a US Citizen 

  10. Fill out the Account Information

    This password and email will be used if you do not complete your application and need to come back.

  11. Complete the reCAPTCHA

  12. Click the Create Account button    


You do not need to reapply. 

If it has been a while since your last term attending CCAC, you will probably need to reset your NetID password. 

  • If your account has been disabled or you need assistance in resetting your password, call our ServiceDesk at 412.237.8700.

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The CCAC NetID Manager is a tool that will allow new users to claim their account for the first time as well as enable end users to reset their password by receiving a passcode to their personal email or text.

If you have never used the CCAC NetID Manager then you will need to claim or create your CCAC NetID. Click here for a walkthrough of the step-by-step process.


Updating Your Password Using the CCAC NetID Manager 

  1. Go to identity.ccac.edu
  2. Enter your CCAC NetID Username
    • This is the portion of your email before @ccac.edu or @acd.ccac.edu. For example, if your CCAC email is jsmith@ccac.edu you would simply type jsmith and exclude the @ccac.edu or the @acd.ccac.edu portion.
  3. Click Go
  4. Enter your CCAC NetID Password
  5. Click on Go
  6. Click on the person icon
  7. Click the Change Password Button from the dropdown
  8. Enter your Current Password
  9. Enter your New Password
    1. You must follow the Password Reset Criteria
      • Do not use one of your last 5 passwords
      • Minimum of 15 characters
      • 1 uppercase letter
      • 1 lowercase letter
      • 1 special character (!@#$%^&*)
      • 1 number
        • After entering the necessary criteria the text will turn green indicating you have met the requirement
  10. Confirm your New Password
  11. Click on Save to apply your changes
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Updating Your Password Using Forgot Password

  1. Go to identity.ccac.edu
  2. Enter your NetID Username
    • This is the portion of your email before @ccac.edu or @acd.ccac.edu. For example if your CCAC email is jsmith@ccac.edu you would simply type jsmith and exclude the @ccac.edu or the @acd.ccac.edu portion.
  3. Click Go
  4. Click Forgot NetID Password
    • You will receive a access code through text or your personal email.
  5. Enter the Access Code
  6. Select Go
    1. If you did not receive a text message code or would rather receive it through email click on the link to have the access code sent to your personal email on file.
  7. Enter your New Password
    1. You must follow the Password Reset Criteria
      • Do not use one of your last 5 passwords
      • Minimum of 15 characters
      • 1 uppercase letter
      • 1 lowercase letter
      • 1 special character (!@#$%^&*)
      • 1 number
        • After entering the necessary criteria the text will turn green indicating you have met the requirement
  8. Confirm your New Password
  9. Click Go
    • If you password was successfully reset you will see this
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Forgot Username

  1. Go to identity.ccac.edu
  2. Click Forgot NetID Username?
  3. Enter your personal email
    • Enter your personal email on file that you provided when applying at CCAC or updated on your self-service page.
  4. Click Send
    • Once you receive the email with your username please start at the beginning of the knowledge article at entering your Username. If you did not receive an email call the Information Center at (412)-237-2222 to update your information on file.
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(Optional) Financial Aid from Home College

Check with your home college to see if you are eligible to use your financial aid to pay for course(s) from CCAC. This allows students to take coursework at two institutions at the same time.

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Does the Class have a Pre-Requisite?

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Does the class have a pre-requisite?
  • Yes
  • No
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Have you completed the pre-requisite somewhere else?
  • Yes
  • No
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Submit a copy of your unofficial college transcript when you go to register.

You will need to take the placement test. Follow the directions below. If you need accommodations, go to Accommodations to the Placement Test‍ before taking the placement tests.


Step 1 - Register for the Placement Test

Before You Begin

You will need:

 
  1. From a web browser, go to https://discover.ccac.edu/RecruitNewWFE/Events/EventDetails?eventId=5e7b7b2b-13c0-ec11-b819-0050568c0a64 
  2. Scroll down to the bottom of the screen, click the Register button
  3. Sign in using the email and password you used when you completed your CCAC admissions application
  4. Complete the reCAPTCHA
  5. Click the Sign in Button
  6. Most of the form should be filled out and completed, check to make sure the information is correct
  7. Enter your 7-digit student number - Where to Find Your 7-Digit Student Number
  8. Select “No” option to “Are you interested in completing placement testing in-person at Allegheny Campus?”
  9. Select “No” to “Have you previously taken the placement test?”
  10. Click the Register button
  11. You will receive an email additional information from Examity

 

After Registering for the Test

You must wait 24 business hours before continuing to the next step.

 

Reminder

If you need to take both placement tests, you will need to sign up for both Mathematics and Reading. 

 

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Step 2 - Create your NetID

Before you begin

You will not be able to create your NetID, until 24 hours after you have registered for the placement test (Step 1).

Before you begin

  1. Go to netid.ccac.edu
  2. Click the Next button
  3. Enter the captcha security code in the security code field
  4. Click the Next button
  5. Enter your seven-digit student number in the Student ID field
  6. Click the Next button
  7. Enter your Last Name in the Last Name field
  8. Click the Next button
  9. Choose the Create Account option
  10. Click the Next button
  11. Read and scroll down to the bottom of the policy
  12. Click the Next button
  13. Enter your password in the New Password field
  14. Retype the same password in the Confirm Password field

    Password Criteria  

    Information on password criteria - Password Criteria for a Student (NetID) Account  

  15. Click the Next button 
  16. Choose 3 recovery questions and answer them
  17. Click the Finish button
  18. Your username will be in bold red, this is your NetID / username
  19. Click the Exit button

Reminder

It is strongly suggested you store your Seven-Digit Student Number, NetID and Password in a secure password manager.



Step 3 - Logging into Placement Test

Before you begin

It is suggested you take your placement test

  • On a stable internet connection
  • On a computer with a screen larger than 10" 
  1. Go to https://courses.ccac.edu
  2. Log in using your NetID and password
  3. In the My Courses section, click the test you want to take



Step 4 - Taking the Placement Test(s)


Reading Test

English as a Second Language (ESL) Students

Do not continue - Follow these instructions - Taking the EAL / ESL English Language Placement Testing‍ 

 

Study Material for the Placement Test

You can find study materials and also practice tests at https://accuplacer.colleg...

You can find study materials and also practice tests at https://accuplacer.collegeboard.org/students/prepare-for-accuplacer/practice

 

You will receive an email with the links (unique to you) and directions to take the placement test. 

 

If You are Registered for Both Math and Reading Test

Once you complete the one test, the next will begin. You do not need to switch or close the browser.

 

CCAC uses ACCUPLACER to place students into the correct Math and Reading courses. These tests are proctored through a company called Examity. Your test session will be recorded and reviewed by your institution for academic integrity purposes.

Before You Begin

You will need to:

 
  1. Locate the email with the subject “Remote Voucher Notification”
  2. Within the email, locate the voucher code under the “Voucher Information” section - midway in email.
  3. From a web browser, log into the Examity's dashboard, use the information you used for creating your Examity Account.  
  4. On the dashboard, click “Enter Your Code +” button
  5. Enter the Voucher code (from the “Remote Voucher Notification” email) into the code box
  6. Click the “Submit” button
  7. You will success screen
  8. Click the “Close” button
  9. On the Examity dashboard, click the “Start Exam” button
  10. The screen will ask you to add the Examity Extension
  11. Click the "Add Extension" button
  12. A new window will open, click the “Add to Chrome” button
  13. A pop-up will appear, click the “Add Extension” button  
  14. Click the “Grant Exam Permissions” button
  15. From the pop-up, click the “Allow” button
  16. Click the “Grant Extension Permissions” button
  17. From the pop-up, click the “Allow” button
  18. Once everything is approved, click the “Continue” button
  19. Confirm your identity
  20. Click the “Use Photo And Continue” button
  21. Enter the answer to the challenge question
  22. Click the “Next” button
  23. Read the exam rules and guidelines
  24. Scroll to the bottom, click the “I'm Ready” button
  25. Read the user agreement
  26. Click the “I agree And I'm Ready….” button
  27. Click the “Launch” button to begin screensharingIf you have more than one screen, choose the screen that has Examity/ACCUPLACER in the thumbnail
  28. Allow the browser access, click the “Allow” button
  29. Read the Side Bar directions, click the “next” button
  30. Continue reading and click the “Next” buttons until you reach the “Continue To Exam” button, click the button
  31. Read the Privacy Policy
  32. Scroll to the bottom, click the “Accept” button
  33. Click on the down carrot to minimize the proctor window.   
    NOTE: The proctor is still watching
  34. Look over the information on file and make sure that it is correct.   
    If it is not, correct it at this time. 
  35. Once done, and everything is correct on the screen, click the “Save” button
  36. Click the “Next” button
  37. Start the Test/Practice Session, click the "Start Test Session" button
  38. Click the “Accept” button to accept the term
  39. Complete the sample sessions
  40. Once you have finished the sample session questions, the actual test will begin. 
    • Note the number of questions there are and the amount you have completed
    • If you need more space, you can hide the screen share notification. Click the “Hide” text. Do NOT click the “Stop Sharing” button
  41. Once you have completed the test you will see the banner
  42. Click the “Continue” button
  43. You will be taken to your test results. Click the “OK” button on the browser notification  
    NOTE: Take a screenshot or print the results. CCAC will receive them automatically.  
    Your results will be at the middle of the screen in the “Course Placements” section
  44. Open the proctor window, click on the up carrot
  45. Click the “End Proctoring Session” button
  46. Click the “End Session” button, to close
  47. You can close your browser, you have completed the reading placement test

 

After Taking the Test

You must wait 24 business hours before continuing to the next step.

 

Accessing Your Test Scores

If you have already completed the test and received a score(s), you can view the score(s) again by following the directions: Steps to Access Your Test Scores from the Student Portal (collegeboard.org)

 

 


Math Test

Study Material for the Placement Test

You can find study materials and also practice tests at https://accuplacer.colleg...

You can find study materials and also practice tests at https://accuplacer.collegeboard.org/students/prepare-for-accuplacer/practice

 

You will receive an email with the links (unique to you) and directions to take the placement test. 

 

If You are Registered for Both Math and Reading Test

Once you complete the one test, the next will begin. You do not need to switch or close the browser.

 

CCAC uses ACCUPLACER to place students into the correct Math and Reading courses. These tests are proctored through a company called Examity. Your test session will be recorded and reviewed by your institution for academic integrity purposes.

Before You Begin

You will need to:

 
  1. Locate the email with the subject “Remote Voucher Notification”
  2. Within the email, locate the voucher code under the “Voucher Information” section - midway in email.
  3. From a web browser, log into the Examity's dashboard, use the information you used for creating your Examity Account.  
  4. On the dashboard, click “Enter Your Code +” button
  5. Enter the Voucher code (from the “Remote Voucher Notification” email) into the code box
  6. Click the “Submit” button
  7. You will success screen
  8. Click the “Close” button
  9. On the Examity dashboard, click the “Start Exam” button
  10. The screen will ask you to add the Examity Extension
  11. Click the "Add Extension" button
  12. A new window will open, click the “Add to Chrome” button
  13. A pop-up will appear, click the “Add Extension” button
  14. Click the “Grant Exam Permissions” button
  15. From the pop-up, click the “Allow” button
  16. Click the “Grant Extension Permissions” button
  17. From the pop-up, click the “Allow” button
  18. Once everything is approved, click the “Continue” button
  19. Confirm your identity
  20. Click the “Use Photo And Continue” button
  21. Enter the answer to the challenge question
  22. Click the “Next” button
  23. Read the exam rules and guidelines
  24. Scroll to the bottom, click the “I'm Ready” button
  25. Read the user agreement
  26. Click the “I agree And I'm Ready….” button
  27. Click the “Launch” button to begin screensharingIf you have more than one screen, choose the screen that has Examity/ACCUPLACER in the thumbnail
  28. Allow the browser access, click the “Allow” button
  29. Read the Side Bar directions, click the “next” button
  30. Continue reading and click the “Next” buttons until you reach the “Continue To Exam” button, click the button
  31. Read the Privacy Policy
  32. Scroll to the bottom, click the “Accept” button
  33. Click on the down carrot to minimize the proctor window. 
    NOTE: The proctor is still watching
  34. Look over the information on file and make sure that it is correct. 
    If it is not, correct it at this time. 
  35. Once done, and everything is correct on the screen, click the “Save” button
  36. Click the “Next” button
  37. Start the Test/Practice Session, click the "Start Test Session" button
  38. Click the “Accept” button to accept the term
  39. Complete the sample sessions
  40. Once you have finished the sample session questions, the actual test will begin. 
    • Note the number of questions there are and the amount you have completed
    • If you need more space, you can hide the screen share notification. Click the “Hide” text. Do NOT click the “Stop Sharing” button
    • Questions that allow a calculator, the calculator button will appear
  41. Once you have completed the test you will see the banner
  42. Click the “Continue” button
  43. You will be taken to your test results. Click the “OK” button on the browser notification
    NOTE: Take a screenshot or print the results. CCAC will receive them automatically.
    Your results will be at the middle of the screen in the “Course Placements” section
  44. Open the proctor window, click on the up carrot
  45. Click the “End Proctoring Session” button
  46. Click the “End Session” button, to close
  47. You can close your browser, you have completed the math placement test

 

After Taking the Test

You must wait 24 business hours before continuing to the next step.

 

Accessing Your Test Scores

If you have already completed the test and received a score(s), you can view the score(s) again by following the directions: Steps to Access Your Test Scores from the Student Portal (collegeboard.org)

 

 



Wait 24 hours

You do not need to submit any additional paperwork.
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Confirm your Account Information

  • New students will need to check in with Registration to confirm residency and provide vaccination documentation if attending on-ground courses.
  • Returning students who have not enrolled for several terms should check in with Registration to make sure your visiting-student program code is still active.

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Before you visit, you will need:

  • Photo ID 
  • Proof of permanent residence
  1. From a web browser, go to https://ccac.edu/enrollment/registration/index.php#virtual-registration-welcome-center
  2. Click "Join Now" Button
  3. Zoom will launch
  4. You will be in a virtual waiting room. The next registration staff member will be able to assist you. 


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Register for Classes

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Before you begin

It is suggested you have a copy of your unofficial transcript (high school/other college(s)).


Meet with an Academic Advisor

Go to https://ccac.edu/academics/academic-advising.php#how-to-meet-with-an-advisor to see all the ways to meet with an advisor. 

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Use CCAC Self-Service

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Before you begin

You will need to have an active NetID to complete these steps.

  1. From a web browser go to: https://selfservice.ccac.edu/Student/Student/Courses/ 
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Registration Form

  1. From a web browser, go to https://www.ccac.edu/about/forms.php#registration-and-advising-forms
  2. Select Registration form
  3. Complete and sign the DocuSign Registration form
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Pay for Classes

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Pay by Credit CardPay by Bank WirePay by Electronic Check

Pay by Credit Card

  1. Log into the Online Student Account Center - Access the Online Student Account Center - For Students‍ 

  2. Click Make a Payment on the Menu Bar

  3. See the Account Payment Screen

  4. Click Pay by Term button

  5. Select the Term you want to pay by clicking the check box next to the term

  6. Click Continue button

  7. Select Payment Method from Drop Down Menu

  8. Choose Credit or Debit Card from Method drop down menu

  9. Click Continue button

  10. Enter Card Number in Card Number Box

  11. Click Continue button

  12. Enter Name on Card, Card Expiration Date, and Card Verification Code (Security Code)

  13. Click Continue Button

  14. Review Payment Information
    If you need to correct anything about your payment, click the back button.

  15. Click Submit Payment Button

  16. Confirmation Page will appear

  17. Payment confirmation will be sent to your CCAC Academic Email


Alternative Way - Bank Wire

  1. Log into the Online Student Account Center - Access the Online Student Account Center - For Students‍ 
  2. Click Make a Payment on the Menu Bar
     
  3. See the Account Payment Screen
  4. Click Pay by Term button
  5. Select the Term you want to pay by clicking the check box next to the term
  6. Click Continue button
  7. Select Payment Method from the Drop Down Menu
  8. Select Bank Wire from Method drop down menu
  9. Click Continue button
  10. The Choose the Country Page will appear
  11. Type in the Country the payment is coming from in the Country you are paying from box
  12. Click Continue button
  13. Payer Information Page will appear
  14. Fill out the address of the Payer Information
  15. Click Continue button
  16. The Guaranteed Exchange Amount page will appear
  17. Click Accept button
  18. Click Finish button
  19. An email with instructions will be sent to the email address you entered on the previous page.
  20. Payment confirmation will be sent to CCAC Academic Email

Alternative Way - Electronic Check

  1. Log into the Online Student Account Center - Access the Online Student Account Center - For Students
  2. Click Make a Payment on the Menu Bar
  3. See the Account Payment Screen
  4. Click Pay by Term button
  5. Select the Term you want to pay by clicking the check box next to the term
  6. Click Continue button
  7. Select Payment Method from Drop Down Menu
  8. Select Electronic Check (checking/savings) from Method drop down menu
  9. Click Continue button
  10. Fill in the Name on Account box
  11. Select the Account Type under drop down menu
  12. Enter the Routing Number in Routing Number Box
     
  13. Enter the Bank Account Number in Bank Account Number Box
  14. Re-enter the Bank Account Number in the Confirm Account Number box
  15. Click Continue button
  16. Review the Authorization Page
  17. Check I Agree box
  18. Click Continue button
  19. Review Payment Information
    If you need to correct anything about your payment click the back button.
  20. Click Submit Payment button
  21. Confirmation page will appear
  22. Payment confirmation will be sent to CCAC Academic Email



You can also set up a payment plan - Setting up a Payment Plan in the Online Student Account Center‍ 

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