Special Programs
Counseling Component
Our counseling philosophy is to empower students to be successful in obtaining their educational goals. We at Disabled Student Services believe by providing necessary support to students with their academic course work and facilitating the effective use of tools to manage personal problems that students will be successful in attaining their academic, vocational and personal goals at Cabrillo. Counseling services include:
- Accommodation for equal access
- Advocacy with faculty for special learning needs
- AA/AS/Certificate degree information
- Anxiety, stress and time management
- Adjustment to disability
- Career/educational planning
- Development of clear and specific education plans incorporating needs of disability and use of accommodations
- Personal problem solving
- Self-esteem
- Support classes/groups
- Transition to College
- Liaison with Community Agencies
- Referrals to Community Resources
Learning Skills Program
The Learning Skills Program is designed to serve students with learning disabilities and attention deficit disorder. These challenges can affect classroom performance, making it difficult for these students to succeed without classroom accommodations specific compensatory techniques, specialized instruction, and/or support services.
For more information, including self-screening tools and office hours, please see the Learning Skills Home Page.
Adaptive Physical Education
Adaptive P.E. is a comprehensive program designed to identify and ameliorate problems within the psychomotor domain. Special attention is given to individual activity programs suited to the interests and functional capacities of students who may not safely or successfully engage in the activities or regular P.E. or sports program. Swimming, bowling, weight lifting, tennis and aerobic classes are offered. Upon completion of Adaptive Physical Education courses and evaluation of activity level, mainstreaming is available and encouraged.
Cabrillo's Adaptive Physical Education program also offers an Introduction to Disabilities class for students interested in pursuing careers in medicine, education, or rehabilitation therapies. It is a three unit transferable course, with opportunities for practical application and experience in the activity classes on campus.
Stroke and Disability Learning Center
The Stroke and Disability Learning Center is a unique educational program designed for people with physical and/or neurological disabilities who want to learn the skills necessary to pursue personal educational goals and maximize participation in community life. The program includes courses in adaptive physical education,mobility and fitness; speech, language and communications; and stress management and counseling. Based on an integrated educational approach, students participate in activities according to interest and abilities in a learning community of supportive instructors and peers.
Adults with physical disabilities such as stroke survivors, people with multiple sclerosis, Parkinson's disease, arthritis, brain injuries and other acquired disabling conditions are invited to enroll in the Orientation class to determine their educational goals and develop a Student Educational Contract (SEC). Physician verification of disability is required for admission. Please call the Center at 831-477-3300 for more information about how to enroll.
Deaf and Hearing Impaired Services
Services for deaf and hearing impaired are designed to provide maximum accommodations for each student to ensure access to mainstream educational opportunities. Services include interpreters, notetakers, tutors, small group instruction, community liaison and counseling. Sign Language classes are taught at the college.
Blind and Visually Impaired Services
Services for the blind and visually impaired such as reading software, notetakers and adaptive equipment are provided in the academic setting.
Assistive Technology Program
The Assistive Technology Program offers classes and services to students. Classes range from introductory overviews of how to use a PC and assistive technology, to courses in one topic, from speech recognition to Kurzweil 3000. An advanced course is also offered. Services include the following: individualized assistance in selecting and using assistive technology, instruction in use of assistive technology in the place the student is using it (i.e. how to use Kurzweil 3000 in the library), informal ergonomic and AT assessments, and instruction in using electronic text materials, including test taking. Appointments are required for most services, and can be made by calling 477-5262.
Alternate Media
Students with certain disabilities may qualify for course materials in alternate format. Such formats may include electronic text, enlarged text, Braille, tactile graphics, or closed captioning. For more information, call 477-5638, e-mail jehancoc at cabrillo.edu, or visit the Alternate Media web page.
The College Connection Program
The College Connection program aims to assist mental health consumers in achieving their educational goals. We build on an individual's strengths and abilities by providing encouragement, stability coaching network building and self-management skills, as well as information, referrals and guidance. Full participation in our program requires affiliation with the State Department of Vocational Rehabilitation. For more information telephone (831) 479-6512.
