Specialized Academic & Disability Counseling

Taking college classes without a Student Education Plan is like starting on a journey without a goal or a map …it's easy to get lost.

The Academic Counselor is your guide through the maze of pre-requisites, competencies, and degree requirements. ACCESS students are welcome to use any counselor at Moorpark College, but it is suggested that students with special needs meet with the ACCESS Academic Counselor/Specialist. Ideally this meeting should take place before or during the student's first semester, and as needed throughout the student's academic career.

The ACCESS Academic Counselor/Specialist will help you develop a Student Education Plan… your "road map"… that considers your strengths and needs and gives the best course continuum and time frame for your individual educational journey. Students will use this plan as they choose classes and complete a Student Educational Contract each semester.

In some circumstances, because of a specific disability, a student may be unable to complete degree, pre-requisite, certificate, or full-time status requirements in the same way as other students. In this situation, the student should discuss alternatives and options with the Academic Counselor/ Specialist.

Disability Counselors and Specialists are available by appointment, or on a "drop-by" basis, to discuss your special needs as they relate to your disability… or to help you determine if you have disability related needs. If you need to adjust your accommodations, discuss accommodation options, or you just want to talk about your academic needs or disability concerns, be sure to stop by the ACCESS Center. A Department of Rehabilitation Counselor is also available by appointment.

Call 378-1461 or drop by the ACCESS Center to make an appointment… and "beat the rush" …appointments fill up quickly towards the end of each semester.

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