Special Services offered by Cerro Coso includes three
state-funded programs dedicated to helping and assisting community college
students who are faced with special challenges in obtaining their education.
The programs are Extended Opportunities Program and Services (EOPS);
Cooperative Agency Resources for Education (CARE);
and Disabled Student Program and Services (DSPS).
Services offered depend on the program(s) you are eligible
for: this includes an assigned support team and counselor, and may consist
of book vouchers, transportation passes, networking and leadership training,
assigned Learning Assistant, the High Tech Center
(IWV and KRV), interpreters, the Special Services Club, the CARE club,
social activities, taped books, and a career decision-making process. All
services are individualized to meet the needs of the Special Services
students.
Mission Statement
Using a holistic approach and by modeling appropriate and
effective behavior, the Special Services Program (DSPS – EOPS – CARE) and
staff support students with special needs. The program staff reinforces
students’ personal growth, promotes emotional mastery and assists with
developing self-responsibility to accomplish academic, career, and life
goals.