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Frequently Asked Questions Where can I get directions to classrooms, and other departments? For directions to buildings on campus please see the Campus Map. A Campus Map is located in the DVC Catalog and Schedule of Courses. These documents can be obtained at the DVC Admissions office and Book Center. A schedule can be obtained at the Bookstore, 321 Golf Club Road, Pleasant Hill, CA 94523, or at the San Ramon Valley Center Bookstore located at 3150 Crow Canyon Place, Room 112. The schedule of courses is also available online at: http://www.dvc.edu/schedule. I have a learning disability. Does DVC have any programs for me? DVC has an extensive program for students with learning disabilities. Specialized basic skills, computer and learning strategy courses are available, as are academic support services such as tutoring and testing accommodations. Call the Counseling Office at 685-1230, Ext. 2276 to arrange an appointment with the Learning Disabilities Advisor or a DSS Counselor to initiate services (see Campus Map). See further information online. My native language is not English, what services are available for me?For students whose native language is not English, DVC offers courses that help students to prepare for an AA degree, for vocational programs, and for university transfer courses. Get more information online. I need child care. Who do I contact?Daytime child care services make attending classes more convenient for many students. The Diablo Valley College Developmental Children's Center is located in the Family Life Building and Family Life Annex. For information about times, fees, and parent responsibilities, contact the Family Life Education Department at (925)685-1230, ext. 2316. In addition, DVC offers 100+ online sections each semester which may give students more flexibility when planning for child care. How do I become a Diablo Valley College student? A student may be admitted if he or she meets any one of the following conditions:
If you are a NEW STUDENT: New students are those students who have never attended college or who have completed less than 12 units of college work. If you have never attended DVC:
If you are a RETURNING STUDENT: If you did not attended DVC during the prior term, you will need to complete a new application. This application does not need to be on file to make an appointment with a counselor. How do I apply as an International Student? Where can I get information about Graduation? Commencement exercises are held the last day of the spring semester at 7:00 p.m. Weather permitting, the ceremony is conducted in the Stadium. Students who have applied for and who have met requirements for the degree are sent detailed information about graduation early in May. Get up to date information on Graduation procedures and deadlines online! Where can I get information about job opportunities? Visit the DVC Career Center for information on job openings, as well as other services available. Where can I get information about parking permits? On the Pleasant Hill campus parking permits are $2 per day for short-term parking, $35 per semester for automobiles, $10 per term for motorcycles and mopeds, and $1 for optional permit carriers. DVC permits are only required Monday - Friday and are valid at LMC, CCC & SRVC. If you are enrolled in a DVC or LMC course at CSU-East Bay (Concord Campus), you can obtain a free parking permit for that facility when you purchase either a DVC or LMC permit for $25. Go to the Cashier's window at either DVC or LMC one week before classes begin at CSU-East Bay (Concord Campus) to pick up your CSU-East Bay (Concord Campus) permit. Daily parking is also available at CSU-East Bay (Concord Campus) and costs $1.50 per day.
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