DESP counselors are available to assist students with the college application and registration process and to provide academic, career and personal counseling. They provide guidance to assist with problem identification and solutions as well as career decision-making.

Counselors also make recommendations for specific assessments and provide liaison assistance with faculty and other college programs, the Department of Rehabilitation and other off-campus agencies and specialists.

Academic Counseling

Career Programs
AA/AS Degrees
Transfer Admission Agreements
Transfer Requirements for University of California, California State Universities, and Private Universities

Personal Counseling

Disability Management
Crisis Intervention
Liaison with California Department of Rehabilitation
Liaison with various community programs

Career Counseling

Referrals to Couns 012, Career and Lifestyles classes
Individual counseling to facilitate career decision making.

For Further Information Contact:

Jean Finch (408) 741-4034   Jean's email
Ross Smith (408) 741-4027    Ross's email