The Disability Support Services (DSS) office is responsible for ensuring that all students have equal access to the educational opportunities that are offered at RVC.

This includes all services, programs, courses, activities, jobs and facilities. As such, the DSS office adheres to the following mission:

“To promote independence and self advocacy within a comprehensively accessible environment.”

The DSS office is responsible for obtaining and maintaining all disability-related documents, certifying eligibility for services, determining reasonable accommodations and developing an individualized plan to implement the appropriate accommodations for all eligible students.

In addition, it is the role of the DSS office to adhere to the guidelines set forth by the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 and Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 (for more information on this legislature visit disability laws).

The disability support services office serves as a resource for RVC’s faculty, staff, students and community members on disability-related issues. We provide information, referrals, presentations, workshops, and support as needed. Your comments, questions, feedback and suggestions are always welcome so do not hesitate to contact us.