Disabled Student Programs + Services (DSPS)
Disabled Student Programs + Services (DSPS)
Contact Us
Disabled Student Programs + Services (DSPS)
Student Services Center
SSC Room 109
DSPSOffice@contracosta.edu
510.215.3969
Hours:
M T W Th: 9:00a.m. – 5:00p.m.
F: 9:00a.m. – 1:00p.m.
If you may benefit from disability support services at Contra Costa College, DSPS is here to help with academic accommodations and access services.
Eligibility
You may be eligible for DSPS if you:
- Have a physical, sensory, learning, psychological, or health-related disability
- Have documentation showing how your disability affects learning or daily activities
- Are enrolled in classes at Contra Costa College
Before You Apply
- Apply to CCC
You must complete the Contra Costa College application and receive a student ID number. - Gather Documentation
Submit one or more of the following:- IEP or 504 plan (if you received services in high school)
- Psycho-educational report (for learning disabilities)
- Letter from a doctor, psychologist, or psychiatrist describing your diagnosis and functional limitations
- Disability Verification Form completed by a professional
- Documentation from Regional Center or Veterans Affairs
- A Letter of disability from a qualified licensed medial professional
If you are interested in Learning Disability Testing, please contact our office.
New to DSPS
Step 2
DSPS staff will contact you via phone or email to schedule a counseling appointment.
Step 3
Meet with a DSPS counselor for interactive process and create your Academic Accommodation Plan.
Step 4
Submit any accommodation request forms for the semester, such as: Test Accommodation Form, Alternative Media Form, Mobility Form, Communication Access Real-time Translation (CART) services, Equipment Loan Form, Furniture Request Form.
How to Remain DSPS Eligible
- New and Returning students are responsible for requesting their accommodations every semester.
- DSPS students must meet with a counselor once a semester to maintain eligibility.
- Submit any accommodation request forms for the semester, such as: Test Accommodation Form, Alternative Media Form, Mobility Form, Communication Access Real-time Translation (CART) services, Equipment Loan Form, Furniture Request Form.
Temporary Disability Services
Students with short-term conditions (such as injuries or pregnancy-related limitations) may apply with:
- A DSPS application, and
- A letter from a physician or Disability Verification Form
Students with visible disabilities may also request in-person verification at the DSPS office.
Student Resources
At Contra Costa College, we provide essential resources to support your academic journey. Our Academic Counseling, Basic Needs Center, Career Services, and Transfer Services are designed to help you succeed in your studies, manage personal challenges, prepare for your career, and smoothly transition to four-year institutions.