Disabled Student Programs & Services

Disabled Students Programs & Services (DSP&S) is designed to provide specialized services and accommodations that assist students with documented disabilities to reach their maximum potential while achieving their educational goals. DSP&S staff interact with all areas of the campus to eliminate physical, academic and attitudinal barriers.

Madera Community College Center: Phone (559) 675-4864

Oakhurst Community College Center: Please contact DSP&S at the Madera Community College Center to schedule appointments at Oakhurst.

DSP&S Special Programs, Services and Academic Accommodations

DSP&S Offers students with disabilities the opportunity to participate in a variety of programs and services to assist them in pursuing their academic, vocational, and personal goals.

For more information visit the following links:

• Programs, Services, and Academic Accommodations
• Student Handbook and Resources
• Eligibility and Disability Verification Form

Accommodations for Employees Requests for disability related accommodations for employees should be directed to the his/her immediate supervisor. The Disabled Students Program and Services facilitates accommodations to current SCCCD students only.

To receive DSP&S services students must self identify and complete the following steps:

1. Apply to Madera Community College Center.
2. Complete the college Online Orientation.
3. Complete a Madera Community College Center Assessment for reading, writing, and math placement. Students who have taken classes at other colleges are encouraged to meet with a DSP&S Counselor to discuss placement prior to taking the assessment test.
4. Contact DSP&S to schedule an intake appointment. During this appointment the student and DSP&S counselor will complete the necessary paperwork, review disability documentation, discuss disability related educational limitations and the services/accommodations to address the identified needs.
   • Please bring the following information to the intake appointment:
     • Disability Documentation (i.e. IEP, Psychological Assessment Report, 504 Plan, completed DSP&S disability verification form, etc.)
     • Academic Transcripts (i.e. high school/other college transcripts)
     • Any other additional academic/disability paperwork that would enable DSP&S to appropriately serve the applicant.