Welcome
Empowering Students, Enhancing Equity and Promoting a Culture of Inclusion
What We Do
The Disability Resource Center (DRC) at Berkshire Community College (BCC) provides
accommodations and support services to students with disabilities and serve as a resource for faculty and staff to create
learning environments that are usable, equitable, inclusive and welcoming. We value
inclusion and equal access to our programs and activities and are committed to a climate
of mutual respect and full participation.
Who We Serve
We serve students who have a physical or mental impairment that substantially limits
one or more major life activities such as learning or working. The impairments may
be temporary or permanent.
What We Offer
We offer a variety of accommodations and support services to meet your individual
needs. Some of the most common accommodations include extended time for exams, assistance
with note taking and use of assistive technology. Our support services include academic
coaching, evaluation and training in the use of assistive technology and consultation
with faculty, campus offices and community organizations.
Contact Us
Pamela Farron, Coordinator
Dana Buxton, Success Coach
drc@berkshirecc.edu
Current Students
Need accommodations for your course exam?
Schedule an Exam
AIM Login
Visit Us
Monday – Friday
8 a.m. – 4 p.m.
Reception Desk – SBA 118
Darlene McCauley, Clerk IV
413-236-1617
How to Apply
To request accommodations and support services, please complete the following three-step
process as early as possible. Starting this process ahead of time ensures that we
can provide the best possible support for you. The process includes reviewing your
documentation, meeting to discuss your individual needs, identifying any potential
barriers in your program, and assessing specific course requirements.
We’re here to help, so please reach out early! After we receive your completed application
and documentation, it may take up to 10 business days to schedule your intake appointment.
DRC Application Process:
Important: To complete your application, you will need two things: documentation of your disability and a BCC student ID number (SID). To obtain an SID, you must apply to the college.
If you are a non-degree student, you will receive an SID when you sign up for classes.
- Complete: Fill out the DRC Application in AIM.
- Meet: Meet with the DRC to develop your accommodation plan. We will contact you by email
to schedule your appointment.
- Request: Once your eligibility for accommodations is confirmed, you can customize and request
your Accommodation Plan for the semester in AIM.
To help you with the application process, refer to the helpful resource: How to Complete the DRC Application in AIM (PDF).
If you have any questions or need assistance, don’t hesitate to contact us. We're
here to support you every step of the way!
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