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Where we foster excellence in education that challenges students of every background to develop their intellect, character, and abilities; to assist students in achieving their educational and career goals; and to be responsive to the greater community.

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Disability Support Program & Services (DSPS)

Welcome to IVC’s DSPS, our team is dedicated to empowering students with diverse abilities by offering a range of supportive services tailored to their unique needs.

Getting Started with DSP&S

Whether you have a physical disability, learning disability, mental health condition, intellectual disability, acquired brain injury, visual impairment, or are deaf or hard of hearing, DSPS is here to help. We provide priority registration, counseling, class scheduling, mobility assistance, interpreting services, alternate text production, and test proctoring. Our team is committed to ensuring you have the resources and support necessary to succeed. Visit the DSPS office for assistance with scheduling counselor appointments, registering for classes, or accessing any of the services we offer. 
 
 
 
 
 
Where can you find us? 
 
DSP&S Location
Building 2900 (Campus Map)  
Office Hours
Monday-Friday 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM 
Zoom Virtual Lab hours: 
Monday- Friday 2:00pm to 4:00pm

For more information, please contact us
at 760-355-6434 or dsps@imperial.edu.
Fax #: 760-355-6434
Please include your Student ID Number in the email. 
 
Click on the icon below to connect to DSP&S Virtual Counter on Zoom!
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DSP&S Staff

Meet our dedicated DSP&S staff who are here to support your success—click below to learn more about our team.

DSP&S Staff

DSPS Staff

 

 

Resources

DSPS strives to ensure equal access to education. We aim to encourage students to foster independence and advocacy. 
Assistive Technology
Assistive Technology

Assistive Technology refers to an equipment or software that helps a person with a disability to increase, maintain, or improve their skills through high-tech or low-tech assistive technology.

Assistive Technology
Information & Resources for Disabilities
Information & Resources for Disabilities

Explore information on disabilities, accommodations, and support resources available both locally and nationally.

Information About Disabilities Resources for Disabilities
Facilitators/Personal Assistants
Facilitators/Personal Assistants

Facilitators/Personal Assistants are not provided by DSP&S; if yours will be attending in-person classes, they must complete a volunteer process outlined at the link below.

Facilitators Agreement FormFacilitators/ Personal Assistants
 

 

  • What is FERPA? 
    • Learn more about your rights under the Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA) and how it protects your education records by visiting our FAQ page. 
  • What is Web Accessibility? 
    • Learn more about Imperial Valley College’s commitment to web accessibility and the accommodations we offer to ensure equal access for all students. 

 

 

Schedule an Appointment with an IVC DSPS Counselor

DSPS provides 3 different formats for counseling appointments:

 
In-person
Visit us from Monday-Friday 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM  at Building 2900 (Campus Map)
 
 
Call DSPS
Call us from Monday-Friday 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM at 760-355-6434 to schedule your appointment.  
Zoom
Click on the icon below to connect to DSP&S Virtual Counter on Zoom!
Monday- Friday 2:00pm to 4:00pm
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Setup an appointment at DSPS