Disability and Educational Support

Courses
LRSV 001: Learning Strategies for College and CareerLRSV 943A: Learning Strategies for Writing (Open to All Students)

Learning Disability Assessment

Title 5 defines a learning disability as average to above average intellectual ability; with either a processing deficit and/or academic discrepancy.

  • Never been tested and have a history of academic difficulties?
  • Do you already receive DESP accommodations but would like more specific academic accommodations?
  • Reassessment for transfer?

Some students may benefit from updating their learning disability assessment documentation before transferring.

New to DESP?

  1. Complete the DESP Application.
  2. Next, complete the DESP Intake Form.
  3. Finally, Call or email DESP to make an LD Intake appointment with a Learning Disability Specialist to see if an assessment is recommended.
  1. An LD Intake meeting – review learning needs and make recommendations for next steps.
  2. Academic and cognitive processing assessments (about three two-hour sessions).
  3. Results and eligibility meeting.

If you think you may have a learning disability, make an appointment with a learning specialist to see if assessment is recommended. The availability of Learning Disability assessments may vary. It is encouraged that students schedule a Learning Disability Intake early in the semester.

For more information, please contact DESP at (408) 741-2450 or despFREEWEST_VALLEY

Last Updated 10/20/23