Counseling: It is easier than ever before to talk with a counselor! Our Counselors, Educational Advisors and Staff continue to be available to you through online platforms. We also have provided answers to many questions, please visit the Taft College Counseling page.
Accommodations for Disabilities: Disabled Student Programs & Services (DSPS) is available to provide accommodations to students with diagnosed learning, mental, physical, and/or health-related disabilities that are either permanent or temporary. Students with disabilities needing accommodations, including those who had an IEP or a 504 plan in high school, should make requests to the DSPS office by contacting the office by phone call, email, by visiting their DSPS Page. All requests for accommodations require appropriate advanced notice to avoid a delay in services. After completing the intake process with DSPS, please provide your professors with a copy of your DSPS approved accommodation checklist so that we can work together to ensure your access and success at TC.
Phone: (661) 763-7799
Email: dsps@taftcollege.edu
DSPS Website: Taft College DSPS
Library Research Workshops: The Taft College Library offers research workshops for students. The following workshops are especially helpful for students in this class: (1) Research Strategies, (2) Finding Periodical Articles Online, (3) Internet Evaluation and (4) Detecting Fake News. Visit the Library Guides Page to find the current schedule of self guided tutorials.
Writing Center:
The Taft College Writing and Language Lab provides a quiet environment where students can work on class assignments and papers. Computers are provided for student use. Classified staff , Faculty, and student tutors are available to help with a variety of issues including formatting, grammar, sentence structure, and provide resources for student success. Visit the Writing Center Webpage for more information.
Student Health and Wellness Center: If you get ill during the semester, make an appointment at the Student Health and Wellness Center
As a student, you are covered by your student health fee. There are no copays, and the doctor can provide you with proof of illness if you need a note as “proof of necessity” (see late work grading policies). In addition, students report that the Psychologist and/or Social Worker both support students through difficult times and help students stay on track even when their lives are in crisis. Use these services to work through the difficulties of balancing college and work/family/finances, etc…
Cougar Pantry: The Pantry is a student assistance program that exists to help maintain the health and welfare of Taft College students Through organized college, community sponsorship, and donations of nonperishable food, clothing, and hygiene items.
Visit The Cougar Support Center to learn more.
Visit other TC Student Support services here
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