Mission & History
The college officially began offering classes in 1949 and the name Diablo Valley College was adopted in 1958. We've come a long way since those humble beginnings, enrolling over 1.5 million students since 1949!
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Children's Center Lab School
The Diablo Valley College Children's Center lab school is a part of the early childhood education instructional program and a place for children of DVC students while they are attending classes.
Resolution No. 1-S Reaffirming Support of 4CD Students & Employees
Statement reaffirming support of students and employees in defense of diversity and inclusion in the Contra Costa Community College District.
Alcohol and Drug Policy
The DVC Student Code of Conduct (Section III.B.12) prohibits the "possession, consumption, sale, distribution or delivery of any alcoholic beverage in college buildings or on college grounds, or at college-sponsored or supervised activities, regardless of their location, unless authorized by college officials."
High Tech Center (HTC)
The High Tech Center (HTC) located in SSC-250 offers adaptive computer hardware and software technologies to make DVC computer labs accessible to students with disabilities.
Special Education
A special education certificate or degree prepares students to work as paraeducators/instructional assistants with individuals with special needs, covering disabilities, teaching strategies, psychology, and practical experience. This program
High School Programs
In Diablo Valley College’s high school programs, high school students earn college credit early through concurrent enrollment, dual enrollment, Educational Talent Search, career academies, Diamante Scholars, and high school articulation.