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 our Current Students page.
- Future students: watch the videos below, then, be sure to see the Next Steps on our Future Students page!
- We are unable to provide individual information meetings. If you cannot attend a Q&A session, please email, text, or chat with us to inquire about options.
- Access Support: Support with accessing college services, or filling out our application – join us on the 1st Monday of each month at 3:30 p.m. virtually on Teams or on campus (B131)
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 – May on Zoom
Time: 4:30 – 5:15 p.m. Pacific Time
Dates: Mondays, 2023
- Monday, January 9: 4:30 – 5:15 p.m. Pacific Time
- Monday, February 13: 4:30 – 5:15 p.m. Pacific Time
- Monday, March 13: 4:30 – 5:15 p.m. Pacific Time
- Monday, April 10: 4:30 – 5:15 p.m. Pacific Time
- Monday, May 8: 4:30 – 5:15 p.m. Pacific Time
Please note that in order to be included in the program, you must view the Information Video(s) and attend a Q&A Information Session*.
*Q&A Sessions will begin in January 2023.
- Please watch the video(s) and take notes with your questions.
- You’ll be able to ask questions at the Q&A Session, or you can email, text, or chat with us.
- We are unable to provide individual information meetings. If you cannot attend a Q&A session, please email, text, or chat with us to inquire about options.
- 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.
- Program Application deadline: June 14, 2023 (Begins January 2023)
- Orientation begins: July 15, 2023
- Classes start Fall 2023 (we do not recommend Summer classes prior to start)
- See additional deadlines and follow the steps on the Next Steps for Future Students page!
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 2023
Program Application Deadline June 14; Orientation starts July 15, 2023
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
The 2nd Monday of each month, January – May
Time: 4:30 – 5:15 p.m. Pacific Time
Dates: Mondays, 2023
- Monday, January 9: 4:30 – 5:15 p.m. Pacific Time
- Monday, February 13: 4:30 – 5:15 p.m. Pacific Time
- Monday, March 13: 4:30 – 5:15 p.m. Pacific Time
- Monday, April 10: 4:30 – 5:15 p.m. Pacific Time
- Monday, May 8: 4:30 – 5:15 p.m. Pacific Time
For Fall 2023
Program Application Deadline June 14; Orientation starts in July 15, 2023
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 November 1, 2022
