This extensive student handbook provides resources and information regarding all aspects of the college experience for students with disabilities. It includes the rights and responsibilities of students with disabilities, the difference between K-12 and college, eligibility for the program, accommodations, a section with the College’s DSPS policies and procedures, and a full appendix with samples forms and requests.
Section Eight - Student Resources
DSPS student handbooks, information samples for students related to stress reduction, study habits, college readiness materials and other topics vital to student success are found in this section.
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This online resource is extensive and provides comprehensive information regarding how to enroll in the program, eligibility requirements, procedures for requesting academic accommodations, accommodations services policy, student grievance rights, student rights, student responsibilities, suspension of services, confidentiality, academic substitution policy, and more.
This pdf handbook, published in 2016, is available online and includes extensive information, including eligibility, general policies, student rights and responsibilities, and helpful hints for new students. It also includes specific information on DSPS Support Services. In addition to this handbook, Santa Monica College also provides a fully online "Programs" page that has links to programs and services, student resources, and information for faculty and staff.
The National Center for College Students with Disabilities is a federally-funded resource center for college and graduate students with any type of disability, chronic health condition, or mental or emotional illness. They have excellent resources for students, parents, faculty, and anyone working with college students.
This webpage, developed by the Department of Labor’s Office of Disability Employment Policy, provides an overview of considerations for service providers when advising youth with disabilities regarding disclosure of their disabilities.
Developed by Moorpark College, this webpage provides links to numerous study tips, including basic math, memory strategies, note-taking tips, and more.
This webpage, created by Solano College, provides the student with a step-by-step guide to understanding their disability and themselves, and developing self-advocacy strategies.
This resource helps students with disabilities and their parents with the transition from high school to postsecondary education and employment.
Located on the CSU website, this page provides access to the system's Policy for Provision of Accommodation and Support Services to Students with Disabilities. This document is of interest to prospective students with disabilities, their parents, and K-12 and community college disability services providers.