Disabled Students Program & Services (DSPS)

DSPS is now open for in-person services, we also continue to have a remote option for you!

Counseling services continue to be offered in a  hybrid format, some in-person and remote (zoom or phone).

If you have any questions please call (562) 908-3420 or join our staffed Zoom Room if you have questions. If the Zoom room is not staffed, please call the office.

The Zoom room link is here: https://cccconfer.zoom.us/s/92496197576

AIM Accommodation Request

• Students who are enrolled and current in DSPS can request their accommodations for the current semester by accessing our Accessible Information Management (AIM) system. Please watch the following video to learn how to submit your accommodation request: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pO28rR3pkOY 

 

• If you know how to request your accommodations and do not need to watch the video you can log on here: https://sierra.accessiblelearning.com/RioHondo/

 

 

Our Mission

The Disabled Students Programs and Services is committed to providing students with disabilities the opportunity to effectively matriculate into the mainstream of college and community life by providing services that facilitate equal access to education, self-advocacy, academic self-efficacy and personal growth opportunities in order to maximize individual student success. While remaining grounded in developing student independence in the post-secondary learning environment, DSPS department recognizes the community cultural wealth and support systems that students bring to our campus.

DSPS values diversity and promotes awareness and retention by providing quality services and courses for students with disabilities. It is a resource for students and the campus community, providing guidance relating to compliance with Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, and the Americans with Disabilities Act Amendments. Consultation and support to the campus is also provided in 508 compliance, distance education, and Universal Design and campus accessibility.