Academic Accommodations and Services

Academic Accommodations

Academic Accommodations are individualized and determined through an interactive process with the student and DSP&S counselor. The interactive process takes into consideration a student’s needs and goals to determine appropriate accommodations identified on the student's Academic Accommodation Plan (AAP).

The following are some of the services and accommodations available through Disabled Student Programs & Services at Clovis Community College.

Please Note: Students with disabilities are responsible for notifying their DSP&S counselor immediately if reasonable accommodations are not implemented in an effective or timely manner.

Academic Accommodations offered at Clovis Community College:

Provides accessible course materials such as:

E-Text - Word DOCs, PDFs, and Kurzweil formats of course materials.

Enlarged Print - Course materials printed on ledger sized paper.

Braille and Tactile Graphs - Course material printed in the tactile medium.

Modified testing services and environment.

Proctor Outside of Classroom - The student may take exams and quizzes at the DSP&S testing center.

Reduced Distraction Environment - The student should be provided a room with reduced distraction to take exams and quizzes. This should be a place with limited noise and visual distraction.

4-Function Calculator for Exams, Tests and Quizzes - Use of a basic 4-function calculator on exams and quizzes containing calculations.

Computer for Tests Containing Short Answer / Essay Questions - Use of a computer on tests containing short answer / essay questions.

Extra Time 1.50x - 50% extra time on all timed exams and quizzes.

Extra Time 2.00x - 100% extra time on all timed exams and quizzes.

Extra Time 2.00x (Tests with Calculations) - 100% extra time on all exams and quizzes that contain calculations.

Interpreting - ASL for tests with audio - The student may need an interpreter to ask questions during an exam.

Large Print Exams - The student requires large print exams; this can be accomplished by providing an electronic document or enlarging it. The student will be able to explain their exact need.

Magnifying Program for Tests & Quizzes - Use of a computer with Magnifying software on exams and quizzes (e.g. ZoomText).

Memory Aid for Tests - Use of a memory aid, such as notes, formulas or a vocabulary list intended to assist with memory recall and not intended to directly answer exam and quiz questions. The list may be developed by the student or instructor and be approved by the instructor in advance of the exam.

Memory Aid for Tests with Calculations - Use of a memory aid, such as notes, formulas or a vocabulary list intended to assist with memory recall and not intended to directly answer exam and quiz questions with calculation. The list may be developed by the student or instructor and be approved by the instructor in advance of the exam.

Scan and Read - Use of a computer with text-to-speech software for exams and quizzes such as Kurzweil.

Scantron Assistance or Permission to Mark Directly on Exam - The student has permission to mark directly on the exam. If you require a Scantron form, assistance will be needed in transferring the answers onto the Scantron form.

Scribe / Writer on Tests - The student requires the use of a scribe / writer on tests.

Speech-to-Text Program for Tests - Use of a computer with Speech-to-Text software for exams and quizzes.

Spell Check for Tests - The student is permitted to use an electronic spell-checking device on exams and quizzes containing short answer and essay questions. Adaptive Computer Equipment: checking out loaned adaptive computer devices for disability purposes.

Adaptable devices to assist students.

4-Function Calculator for In-Class Assignments - Basic 4-function calculator during in-class assignments requiring calculation.

Adaptive Computer Device - Device(s) used to increase or maintain the student’s functional limitations.

Adaptive Software - Software(s) used to increase or maintain the student’s functional limitations such as Text-to-Speech, Speech-to-Text, magnification, etc.

Assistive Listening Device (ALD) – Devices such as hearing aids, FM -System, etc. to access classroom communication. The student will bring ALD to class lectures and class related activities. The instructor may be required to wear a lapel microphone to ensure communication access.

Audio Recorder - Record audio during lectures

Notetaking Technology - Student is permitted to use notetaking technology such as Notetaking applications, or a Smartpen.

Spell Checker - The student is permitted use of an electronic spell-checking device for in class work.

Video Magnifier - Use of a Closed-Circuit Television (CCTV) Magnifier to enlarge course materials.

Access to communication in the classroom.

Accessible Audio/Video Materials – Time-based media such as Audio and Video materials provided in class must be accessible by using closed-captioned or subtitles. Adequate transcriptions have to be provided for all audible material.

Communication Access Realtime Translation (CART) - All captioning services for course(s), course-related activities, and meetings are coordinated by DSP&S at the request of the student which will be either an in-person or remote captionist.

Sign Language Interpreting (SLI) - All interpreting services for course(s), course-related activities, and meetings are coordinated by DSP&S at the request of the student which will be either an in-person or Video Remote Interpreting (VRI).

Other general academic accommodations:

Access to Food or Drink - Student may have access to discrete snacks & drinks.

Computer for In-Class Notetaking - The student should be permitted to use a laptop / tablet for notetaking in class.

Concussion: Temporary Accommodation - Student is experiencing symptoms secondary to concussion which requires flexible deadlines for a temporary period of time. These symptoms may fluctuate.

Course Policy Accommodation Agreement (CPAA) - Provides a plan if on rare occasions a disability has a flare-up that impacts attendance or a due date. Approved course by course, semester by semester and requires a conversation between the DSP&S Counselor and the instructor.

Preferential Seating - Due to the impact of a disability, the student has specific seating needs.

Priority Registration - Priority registration gives eligible students access to register for courses on the earliest possible date.

Self-Directed Breaks - This student may need to leave class briefly or stand during lectures to take short breaks for management of disability.

Table / Chair - The student requires the use of an accessible table / chair.

Mobility Services – Transportation on campus

  • Tram Service – A DSP&S staff member that is certified in cart safety will pick-up and drop-off the student at designated locations on campus.

  • Notetaking Services – A copy of a peer’s notes
    • A peer volunteer notetaker will be assigned to your course where they upload a copy of their notes to the DSP&S AIM Portal for the requesting student to access.

Please Note: DSP&S counselors may approve additional accommodation not listed above. Additional accommodations must align with disability verification.

Services

Specialized Academic Advising - Assisting students with matching Clovis Community College's resources to the individual academic needs and goals of our students such as course registration, offering academic and educational advice or resolutions.

Student Education Plan (SEP) – Identifies educational requirements to be met for transfer or graduation.

Disability Management Counseling – Identifies and addresses a student’s specific concerns associated with their disability and how it impacts their academic and personal needs.

Liaison & Referral to Campus and Community Resources – Identify additional resources on campus that can benefit the student.

Learning Disability (LD) Assessment – Meet with a Learning Disability Specialist to determine if an assessment is needed, administer an assessment, recommend academic accommodations, and offer learning strategies that will benefit the student.

Transition to College (TTC) - Provides outreach and support to local high school seniors on an IEP/504 plan that will connect students with disabilities to DSP&S services at Clovis Community College as seamlessly as possible.

Need Assistance?

For more information, please visit DSP&S’s Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) or contact the DSP&S office by email at dsps@cloviscollege.edu or by phone at (559) 325-5050 for more information.