Accessibility Statement
Citrus College is committed to fostering an inclusive and accessible environment where all students, including those with disabilities, can fully participate in academic and campus life. We strive to ensure that all programs, services and technologies — including electronic and information technology — are accessible to everyone.
This web page serves as a central resource for information about accessibility standards and available accommodations. In alignment with federal law and guidance from the California Community Colleges Chancellor's Office, Citrus College responds promptly to requests for alternate media and ensures accessibility across all services.
CONFORMANCE STATUS and ADA TITLE II (WCAG 2.1 AA)
The Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) establish standards to help designers and developers create more accessible digital
experiences for individuals with disabilities. These standards are organized into
three levels of conformance: Level A, Level AA and Level AAA.
Citrus College prioritizes conformance with WCAG 2.1 Level AA standards and works to ensure that its website, digital content and online services are accessible and usable for all students, faculty, staff and members of the community.
FEEDBACK
We welcome your feedback on the accessibility of the Citrus College digital environment.
If you encounter barriers or have suggestions for improvement, please contact the
office of diversity, equity, inclusion and accessibility at deia@citruscollege.edu.
REFERENCES ABOUT GENERAL ACCESS AND ACCOMMODATIONS
- Accessibility Standard Memo from the California Community Colleges Chancellor's Office
- ADA Standards for Accessible Design
- Adaptive Equipment Availability at Citrus College
- Online Education: Access Guidelines from the Academic Senate of California Community Colleges
- Section 504 from the U.S. Department of Education
- Section 508 from the U.S. General Services Administration
- U.S. Access Board
ACCESSIBILITY RESOURCES FOR FACULTY AND INSTRUCTIONAL PURPOSES
- CCC Accessibility Center Help Desk (available via the CCCCO Vision Resource Center)
- California Virtual Campus
- Canvas Course Instruction Module: Public Course Design Accessibility Criteria
- Online Education and Website Accessibility Webinar from U.S. Department of Education Office of Civil Rights
PHYSICAL ACCOMMODATIONS ON CAMPUS
Located on the first floor of the Student Services Building in SS 133, disabled students programs and services (DSPS) provides students with a verifiable disability with reasonable accommodations to afford students equal access and opportunity to participate in college courses.
Citrus College students may apply for disability services by visiting the DSPS website. For further information, you may phone DSPS at (626) 914-8675 or email dsps@citruscollege.edu.
Employee accommodation requests can be made to Brenda Fink, director of human resources operations, at (626) 914-8830.