Assistive Technology Training Center

The Assistive Technology Training Center (ATTC)  program provides instruction in computer access to students with a broad range of disabilties, using the latest assistive technology available (both hardware and software).  Students learn to use such access strategies as screen readers/speech synthesizers, voice-recognition systems alternate keyboards, specialized multi-sensory word processing programs, mouse alternatives, and other assistive hardware and software appropriate to their learning needs.  Ventura College has implemented Universal Design of Learning principles using many assistive technology tools for (all) students as well as those with disabilities throughout campus.

Assistive Computer Technology (ACT) Classes Offered

• ACT V01:  Evaluation
• ACT V02:  ACT Keyboarding
• ACT V03:  ACT Access to Computers (MS Office)
• ACT V05:  ACT for Internet (email, web research, site design)
• ACT V08:  ACT Spelling Skills
• ACT V25:  ACT Writing Skills

Please note that some ACT classes are taught collaboratively with related Learning Skills or other applicable courses, providing the combined instruction of two members of the EAC faculty

Cognitively Diverse Learning (CDL)

The CDL courses below are taught in the ATTC and are designed for individuals with intellectual disabilities to provide a sound foundation for success in college and all aspects of adult life.

• CDL V01:  Cognitively Diverwse Learning /  Life Skills
• CDL V03:  Cognitively Diverse Learning /  Consumer Finance

Friends of the Assistive Technology Training Center (FATTC)

The Friends of the Assistive Technology Trainiing Center is a community-based, non-profit auxiliary organization affiliated with the Ventura College Foundation.  It's purpose is to raise funds for technology scholarships to students and for equipment needed to keep the ATTC state-of-the-art.  The Friends of the Assistive Technology Training Center enjoy raising funds for these meaningful causes.  You, too, can help this group by sending your contributions to FATTC, Ventura College Foundation, 4667 Telegraph Road, Vntura, CA 93003.