Cumberland Special Services
Discover personalized support through Cumberland Special Services, offering accommodations, advocacy, and resources that empower students with disabilities to achieve academic success and thrive at RCSJ.
Welcome to RCSJ Cumberland’s Department of Special Services.
If you believe you are eligible for accommodations or special services, the Department of Special Services (DSS) is the place to begin. You’ll need to self-identify your need for special services and provide appropriate documentation to our office.
But first, please apply to the college and arrange for the College Placement Test. (If you would like to request accommodations for the College Placement Test, you will need to complete Steps 1 and 2 below before scheduling the test date).
How to Register for Special Services
- Complete the Self-Report Form
- Note: this step is for first-time or new students only. Before moving to Step 3, students must follow the procedures in the appropriate checklist below to gather the information they will need to provide in Step 3:
- Call or email:
Meredith Vicente
Senior Director of DSS
(856) 200-4688
[email protected]
or
Carol Varallo
Disability Support Specialist
856-200-4753
[email protected]
When coming in for your appointment, be sure to bring the documentation gathered in Step 1 above (if not already submitted) and be prepared to discuss in what ways your self-identified condition may impact you in RCSJ-Cumberland’s physical and/or academic environment(s). Together we will complete any necessary accommodation forms for your courses.
For information on additional student support services, visit Campus Services.
For More Information
RCSJ-Cumberland
Meredith Vicente
Senior Director of DSS
856-200-4688
[email protected]
Carol Varallo
Disability Support Specialist
856-200-4753
[email protected]