College of Health Professions - Academic Advisor
Sacred Heart University
Location
Bridgeport, Connecticut
Core responsibilities
The academic advisor is primarily responsible for serving enrolled and prospective undergraduate students by facilitating registration, major selection, retention, and monitoring academic standing. This role involves partnering with advisees to promote success, graduate school planning, and career development through proactive coaching and guidance.
Requirements summary
A master's degree in higher education administration, student affairs, counseling, or a related field is required, along with a minimum of three years of higher education experience in health professions, counseling, or advisement. Candidates must be comfortable with specific technologies like ellucian/Colleague and possess knowledge of learning strategies and academic success techniques.