First Time College Students

Self-Guided Tutorial for
First Time College Students 

For completing the CAP tool on your own prior to registration.

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Steps for Completing the CAP Tool

Step 1: Log into the CAP tool. You will use your Butte College email and password. If you don’t know your log-in credentials, contact User Support at 530.895.2925 to have your password reset.

We recommend that you have your college and/or high school transcripts available to you, so you are accurately self-reporting the courses and grades you received. If you don't have access, self-report as accurately as you can so you are recommended courses appropriate to your level of knowledge, chosen pathway and education goals.

Step 2: Select your program of study and academic goal. You can always change your program of study and academic goal at a later time after meeting with a counselor.

Step 3: Self-report college or high school information to complete the guided self-placement questionnaire and click "Submit."

Step 4: SUCCESS! You have completed the CAP tool. Confirm your self-reported information and review your placement profile and recommendations. Upon exiting the CAP tool, check your Butte College email. You will have a "Career and Academic Profile Summary and Placement" confirmation email for the successful completion of your CAP tool. Please retain for your records and future reference.

If you have any questions, see a counselor for further advising on what courses you should take for your academic program.

Need help with understanding your placement recommendations?

Our counselors are here for you.

Our Career and Academic Assesment Center will help you with your placement, explore your goals, and address your academic priorities.