The Disabled Students Programs and Services (DSPS) program provides support services, specialized instruction, and authorizes educational accommodations for students with disabilities so that they can participate fully and benefit equitably in their college experience.
Thanksgiving Holiday
Saddleback College will be closed on Thursday, November 28th and Friday, November 29th in observance of the Thanksgiving holiday. Full services will resume on Monday, December 2nd starting at 8 a.m.
Academic Accommodation Plan (AAP) is developed with each student which links student's goals, curriculum, programs, and academic accommodations.
Academic Accommodations may include accommodated testing, assessment of learning disabilities, specialized counseling, interpreter services for students who are deaf, alternate media, access to adapted computers and software, priority registration and specialized instruction.
DSPS is committed to providing quality support services and specialized instruction, which enable students with verified disabilities to access and participate in all programs at Saddleback College. Services and supports, including counseling services, are available in person or remotely through Zoom or by telephone.
Applying for Services
First-time and returning students need to complete three steps to enroll in DSPS.
Apply to Saddleback College and get a student ID number. Then complete the application for services (below).
Provide Verification of Disability. Examples of acceptable documentation include, but are not limited to:
- IEP
- Note from doctor or medical provider
- Department of Rehabilitation
- 504 Plan
- Veterans Affairs
- Regional Center
- Psych-educational report
- Social Security Office Documents
Meet with a DSPS counselor.
For appointments, counseling schedules, and drop-ins please email scdsps@saddleback.edu or call (949) 582-4885.
DSPS Application for Services
Contacts
DSPS Main Office
Office Hours
Monday, Tuesday, Thursday:
8 a.m. - 5 p.m.
Wednesday:
8 a.m. - 7 p.m.
Friday:
8 a.m. - 2 p.m.