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The
Psychological Disabilities Program is
designed to assist and support students with psychological and emotional
disorders to be successful in an educational setting.
The goal of the
Psychological Disabilities Program is to support students with psychological
disabilities in their educational or vocational pursuits. We provide
support services necessary to assist students such as advocating, and
providing reasonable accommodations for functional limitations and
academic limitations. Students who are admitted to the program must meet
with a program professional at least once per semester to review their
progress, accommodations and academic goals. Participation in the program
is voluntary, however it is highly recommended.
We do not
provide mental health counseling/therapy. Therefore our services are not
meant to be utilized in lieu of therapy. Nevertheless, referrals to a
mental health provider in the community can be provided.
Psychological Disability services are confidential.
All disability related information including diagnosis, medical
documentation, educational correspondence and accommodations are
confidential. No information may be released to anyone without the
student’s consent except in cases of child/elder abuse, presence of a threat
to harm oneself or others, or other instances mandated by law.
Potential
Accommodations & Services
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Enrollment Assistance
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Priority Registration
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Registration
Assistance
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Orientation workshops
for new students
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Placement Testing
Accommodations
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Ability to Benefit
Testing Accommodations
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Classroom
Accommodations (i.e., extra time on exams, taking exams in a distraction
reduced setting)
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Support to take a
reduced course load
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Psycho-education
groups
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Regular check-ins
with a program professional
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Referral to
appropriate campus or outside agencies
Student’s
Responsibilities
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Demonstrate
Measurable Progress- Obtain passing grades and continue to work toward
goals.
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Attend classes or
provide documentation to instructor(s) for missed classes.
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Complete assignments
and required coursework.
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Comply with the
Student Code of
Conduct.
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Know yourself and ask
for help appropriately if you encounter any problems.
To
learn more about specifics regarding the program click on links below.
What
is a Psychological Disability?
Who is
Eligible for Services?
How
do I enroll in the Psychological Disabilities Program?
New &
Potential Students to Santa Ana College
What if I
do not have a current therapist or medical doctor?
Campus
Resources
Community
Resources & Information
Recommended
Books
Information
for Instructors
Information
for Agencies & Professionals that are Referring Students
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