Scroll down this page to learn about Bellevue College’s program providing educational, advocacy, and access services to neurodivergent students. Then, attend one of our upcoming Q&A Information Sessions.
- Current Bellevue College students: we can support you right now! Check out the Current Students page.
- Future students: watch the videos below, then, be sure to see the Next Steps on the Future Students page!
- We are unable to provide individual information meetings. If you cannot attend a Q&A session, please read the Frequently Asked Questions page, then email, text, or chat with us to ask questions.
- Drop-In New Student Support: Support with completing the application, or answering questions! Find drop-in support times on the support with applying page. Be sure to read the Frequently Asked Questions page first.
- Read the Frequently Asked Questions page to find answers to many questions!
Q&A Information Meetings are now over for the 2023-2024 year. Please read the Frequently Asked Questions page then continue with Step #2 on the Future Students page. If you have further questions, please contact us using one of the methods from our Support with Applying page to continue the steps in joining us!
Student attendance is required at our virtual Q&A sessions. Parents, support people, & professionals are welcome! We will cover frequently asked questions and answer your questions as well. We take attendance from RSVPs and corresponding webinar log-in.
Meetings are held on the 2nd Monday of each month, January through May on Zoom
Time: 4:30 – 5:15 PM Pacific Time
Dates: Mondays, 2024
- January 8
- February 12
- March 11
- April 8
- May 13
Please note that in order to be included in the program, you must view the Information Video(s) and attend a Q&A Session (see alternatives below).
- Please watch the video(s) and take notes with your questions.
- You’ll be able to ask questions at the Q&A Session.
- We are unable to provide individual information meetings.
- If you cannot attend a Q&A session, please read through the Frequently Asked Questions page, then:
- Email, text, or chat with us to ask your questions.
- Note: You will be able to meet individually as part of our intake process prior to beginning the program once you are accepted to the college – see our Future Students page for more information.
- College Application deadline: June 10, 2024
- Program application process deadline: July 1, 2024 (Begins January 2024)
- Five-week Summer Orientation begins: July 15, 2024
- Classes start Fall 2024 (we do not recommend Summer classes prior to start)
- See additional deadlines and follow the steps on the Next Steps for Future Students page!
As stated above in Deadlines & Next Steps, it’s important to follow all the steps on the Future Students page, starting with watching the videos about the program on this page.
There is no formal application – you will let us know about your interest by:
- Attending a Q&A Session, or ask your questions another way after those sessions are over for the year.
- Sending us your English placement (Step #4), and
- Completing Step #8: Schedule a meeting with us.
All of the above will be found on the Future Students page, along with the other steps you will need to take.
Information Videos
If you would like to explore attending Bellevue College and enrolling in the Neurodiversity Navigators program, please watch the three videos below, paying close attention to the second video which explains what you will be doing in the program. You, the student, must watch the videos so that you fully understand the program and what you will be doing in the program. After you’ve watched the videos, RSVP for a Q&A Session and, be sure to go to the Next Steps for Future Students page!
- Neurodiversity Navigators Background (10 minutes)
2. Neurodiversity Navigators Program Components (13 minutes)
3. Neurodiversity Navigators Getting Started (3 minutes) – note new deadlines for 2023!!
For Fall 2024
Program Application Deadline July 1; Summer Orientation (5 weeks) starts July 15, 2024
You, the student, must watch the videos so that you fully understand the program and what you will be doing in the program. Please take notes with questions and comments!
You must be either 18 OR in a college program such as Running Start or CEO OR have a GED or High School diploma at the time you will begin classes at Bellevue College. Please apply even if you’re under 18!
After watching the videos, come for Q&A! Bring your questions and comments to a live online session where we will cover F.A.Q.s and also answer your individual questions.
Note: Student attendance is required for participation in program. Parents and support people, as well as educational and other professionals are welcome to attend. We take attendance from RSVPs and corresponding webinar log-in.
Q&A Sessions for 2024
The 2nd Monday of each month, January – May
Time: 4:30 – 5:15 PM Pacific Time
Dates: Mondays, 2024
- January 8
- February 12
- March 11
- April 8
- May 13
For Fall 2024
Program Application Deadline July 1; Orientation starts in July 15, 2024
The program’s areas of focus include: Executive Functioning, Social Interaction, Self-Advocacy, and Self-Regulation. You will receive individual and group support, and take academic classes designed to increase self-knowledge in career preparation and the above areas of focus. You will concurrently pursue a degree path of your choice from the wide variety of options available at Bellevue College.
- Go to Next Steps here.
- Download a Program Flyer here.
- See Testimonials here.
- See the Program Requirements here.
Neurodiversity Navigators is separate from the Disability Resource Center, and has different deadlines. Students may register for accommodations with the Disability Resource Center all year.
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Last Updated July 16, 2023
