Pasadena City College (PCC) is committed to providing an accessible and inclusive learning and working environment consistent with the mission and values of the California Community Colleges. PCC ensures that all students, faculty, staff, and members of the public have equal access to college programs, services, activities, and information.

PCC is dedicated to providing accessible digital content and technology so that everyone can fully engage with our online resources.

Standards and Compliance

Pasadena City College (PCC’s) websites and digital resources are designed to comply with applicable accessibility laws and standards, including:

  • The Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA)
  • Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973
  • Section 508 of the Rehabilitation Act, as amended

PCC follows the Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) 2.1 Level AA to guide the design, development, and evaluation of our web content and online services.

Current Laws, Regulations, and Standards

Digital Accessibility

PCC is committed to making its websites, instructional materials, and online services accessible to all users. Accessibility is integrated into:

  • Website and digital content development
  • Online instructional materials and learning platforms
  • Procurement and evaluation of technology
  • Training and guidance for faculty and staff

PCC strives to ensure accessibility across all digital resources and is actively working to identify and remediate accessibility barriers.

Ongoing Accessibility Efforts

Pasadena City College continues to improve accessibility by:

  • Incorporating accessibility best practices into web design and content creation
  • Providing accessibility training and guidance to faculty and staff
  • Regularly reviewing digital content for accessibility barriers
  • Responding promptly to accessibility feedback and concerns

Despite our best efforts, some content may not yet be fully accessible. We are actively working to address these issues.

Reporting Accessibility Issues

If you experience difficulty accessing any PCC website, digital content, document, or online service, or if you have questions or concerns about accessibility, we encourage you to report the issue using one of the following methods.

Submit an Accessibility Feedback Form

Contacts for Accessibility Services

Pasadena City College provides accommodations, mandated by the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), to ensure equal access to education and employment for individuals with disabilities.

Student Accommodations

Lancer Accessibility Resource Services (LARS)
D-209
LARS@pasadena.edu
(626) 585- 7127
Office hours:
 Monday - Thursday 8:00 am to 4:30 pm 
Friday - 8:00 am to 4:00 pm 

Employee Accommodations

Charlotte Moore
Business Services
(626) 585-7177
Office hours:
M-F 8:00 am - 4:30 pm 

Response Time

PCC welcomes feedback to help improve accessibility. We aim to acknowledge and respond to accessibility reports within five (5) business days.

FAQs

Accommodations depend on your situation but may include:

  • Ergonomic equipment (e.g., chair, keyboard, footrest)
  • Schedule adjustments (flexible hours, reduced schedule, breaks)
  • Job modifications (adjusting non-essential duties)
  • Assistive technology or specialized tools

The focus is on what enables you to perform your essential job functions.

Once we’re aware that you may need an accommodation, we begin the interactive process under the Americans with Disabilities Act and Fair Employment and Housing Act. This involves communication between you, your medical provider (if needed), and your supervisor. Risk Management will guide the process to understand your needs and explore reasonable accommodation options.

In many cases, yes. We may ask your medical provider to confirm your limitations and any work-related restrictions. This helps us identify accommodations that allow you to perform your essential job functions safely and effectively.

Not necessarily. The interactive process is about finding a reasonable accommodation that works for both you and the District. We’ll consider your request, but we may offer alternative options that are effective and appropriate for the job.

The process is managed by Risk Management and includes input from you, your supervisor, and—if applicable—your medical provider. The goal is a collaborative discussion to identify a workable solution that supports your ability to perform your job.