ABOUT CCDE
  
The Center for Collegiate Deaf Education (CCDE) is the Northern Regional Center for college students who are Deaf or hard of hearing. The Center was established by means of the New Jersey Commission on Higher Education with the support of Bergen Community College. The CCDE works collaboratively with the administration and faculty of Bergen Community College in creating an inclusive barrier free environment where students with hearing loss can be successful. The aim of the Center is to sponsor students in their commitment to higher education. The Center provides comprehensive support services as well as personal enrichment opportunities for students enrolled at the college.
Center Highlights:
- Staff whom are fluent users of American Sign Language with strong backgrounds in Deaf Education.
- A large pool of highly qualified service providers.
- Access to resources within the college and community.
- A long history of service and support of Deaf and hard of hearing students.
New Jersey Regional Centers:
The establishment of the New Jersey Regional Centers, including CCDE, was the direct result of The Special Needs Grant Program. The grant program originated with the 1986 Higher Education Services for Visually Impaired, Auditory Impaired and Learning Disabled Students Act. The Act led to the founding of a system of regional centers to provide support services for students with special needs with an annual state appropriation of $1.1 million. Currently, there are eight regional centers located throughout the state that provide direct support to college students who are deaf or hard of hearing, learning disabled, or visually impaired. In addition, CCDE also provides training, resources, and technical assistance for faculty and staff at other postsecondary institutions to improve access and enhance educational opportunities for students who are deaf or hard of hearing.
Bergen Community College Center for Collegiate Deaf Education (CCDE)
Pitkin Education Center #L-121B
Office Hours Mon-Fri 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
E-Mail: ccde@bergen.edu
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