Compliance Statement
College of the Sequoias does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex (including sexual harassment), handicap (or disability), or age in any of its policies, procedures, or practices, in compliance with Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 (pertaining to race, color, and national origin), Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972 (pertaining to sex), Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 (pertaining to handicap), the Age Discrimination Act of 1975 (pertaining to age), and the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990. This nondiscrimination policy covers admission and access to, and treatment and employment in, the College’s programs and activities, including vocational education. Inquiries regarding the equal opportunity policies, the filing of grievance, or to request a copy of the grievance procedures covering discrimination complaints may be directed to:
Dean, Human Resource Services
Equal Employment Opportunity Officer,
Title IX Coordinator, Section 504 Coordinator
and ADA Compliance Officer
(559) 730-3700
The lack of English language skills will not be a barrier to admission and participation in the college’s vocational education programs. College of the Sequoias recognizes its obligation to provide overall program and physical accessibility throughout the College for persons with disabilities. Contact the Section 504 Coordinator/ADA Compliance Officer to obtain information as to the existence and location of services, activities, and facilities that are accessible to and usable by persons with disabilities. Inquiries regarding Federal laws and regulations concerning nondiscrimination in education or the District compliance with those
provisions may also be directed to:
U.S. Department of Education
221 Main Street, Suite 1020
San Francisco, California 94105
Students with disabilities attending College of the Sequoias are able to receive instructional materials in alternate formats to assist them in achieving academic success. Alternate formats include audio, (books on tape, CD, or MP 3). Braille, electronic text, large print, or tactile graphics (raised lines representing graphics, diagrams of pictures). In additional, members of the community who may possess a disability may request COS published materials in alternate formats.
College of the Sequoias is an equal opportunity employer.