After a student has completed the advising and planning process and is registered with Disability Services, he/she is responsible for allowing sufficient lead time for requested accommodations. Please refer to the following chart when making a request. Our staff makes every effort to provide requested services as quickly as possible. Accommodation Minimum Time Needed Text in Alternative Format Two to three weeks Note-taker One to two weeks Signed Language Interpreter Two weeks Classroom accommodations One to two weeks Tape recorder for classes One week Extended test time One week For more information or to request an interview, please call 505-428-1711.
ENLACE/AVID COLLABORATIVE This program is state- and privately-funded regional partnership effort for educational reform and academic achievement. The collaborative serves Northern New Mexico and focuses on improving high school and college graduation rates. ENLACE stands for ENgaging LAtinos for Community Education and is aimed at improving academic achievement for all students. Services include college preparation, tutoring, leadership development and parent engagement. For more information, call 505-428-1714.
FIRST YEAR EXPERIENCE PROGRAM The First Year Experience Program supports and engages first-year students through a variety of services that help students connect to SFCC and be successful on campus. The student success services include New Student Orientation, First-Year Student Success Classes, expanded advising services within First Year Advising, accelerated and learning community courses and the GAME program. New Student Orientation All first-time students are expected to participate in New Student Orientation prior to the start of their first semester at SFCC. This interactive event gives students an opportunity to learn more about financial aid, campus resources, advising services and expectations. In addition, students interact with other new students, peer leaders, student ambassadors, faculty and staff to make connections on campus prior to the first day of classes, so they start their semester prepared to be successful at SFCC. Accelerated courses SFCC accelerated courses are a great way for students to move through their course sequence quickly. An accelerated course such as MATH 100X allows students to complete two sections of coursework in a single semester, improving the
chances they will complete their degree in a timely manner. Additional accelerated course pairings include English 108/109 and English 109/111. Linked Classes/Learning Community Another great option is a linked classes/learning community. These classes offer the opportunity to take a required developmental course while taking a core class. In addition, linked classes are an excellent way to build strong relationships with fellow students, as well as engage in a deeper learning experience. Research shows participating in a learning community often leads to increasing achievement (GPA) and persistence to graduation, so consider taking a linked or accelerated course this semester! Great Achievement in Men’s Education (GAME) Program The GAME program provides SFCC minority male students a place of support and growth. Participants gain skills for personal, academic and career goals in a relaxed and fun atmosphere. Meetings are interactive and engaging, incorporating various activities and speakers from the college and the community, addressing real concerns and obstacles faced by men on campus. Go to the Welcome and Advising Center for more information.
HIGH SCHOOL EQUIVALENCY TESTING The high school equivalency test is offered by appointment at the SFCC Testing Center. Registration for the test must be completed online at www.gedcomputer.com or through the Pearson VUE call center at 877-EXAM-GED 877-392-6433. The minimum required age to take the high school equivalency in New Mexico is 16 years old. Test-takers under the age of 18 must submit a completed Underage Verification Form signed by a parent or guardian and by the Superintendent of the test-taker’s local school district. Underage Verification Forms are available at the SFCC Testing Center and on the Testing Center website at www.sfcc.edu/testing (click the “GED Testing” link). All test-takers who pass the high school equivalency test in New Mexico must create an account at www.diplomasender.com to order a final transcript and New Mexico high school diploma. The first copy of each is free of charge. Additional copies are available for a fee. For more information about taking the high school equivalency test at SFCC, call 505-428-1625.
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