Accessible Education Center

More Alike Than Different

The Accessible Education Center (AEC) at Gavilan College provides programs, services and support to help students with disabilities succeed in school. We strive to equalize student educational opportunities and improve access so that every student can participate fully in all aspects of college programs and activities.

If you have a verified disability and need academic modifications or services, we are here to help you move toward your goals. Please come by the AEC (we’re in Library 117) and see what we can do for you!

The AEC Offers Many Services for Students such as:

Assistive Computer Technology & Training
Adaptive Equipment Loans
Adaptive Furniture Requests
Alternate Media Production
AEC Counseling Services
Media Captioning
Note-Taking Support Options
On-Campus Transportation
Registration Assistance/Priority
Sign Language Interpreting or Real-Time Captioning
Test Proctoring Accommodations

How to Get Started with Accommodations

	Complete the AEC Application.
	Provide current disability-related documentation.
	Attend a AEC counseling appointment to discuss appropriate accommodations based on your disability.
	Once you receive your Academic Accommodations Plan, you must request your services through the appropriate AEC staff.
	In addition to receiving services, you are also encouraged to communicate with each of your instructors. We can help you or your instructor with any questions that may arise.
	Review our AEC Pathways handout, which includes our Educational Assistance Courses and our recommended pathways to help you succeed as a student.

Announcements

Progress reports are on the way!

Other Student Support Programs and Services

If your family is on public assistance, you may qualify for CalWORKS.
If you face both economic and education challenges, you may qualify for EOPS.
If you are a current or former foster youth, you may qualify for Foster Youth Services.