5.    The pre-requisite or co-requisite, or enrollment limitation is either unlawfully discriminatory or is being applied in an unlawfully discriminatory     manner.

6.    The basis upon which the college established the enrollment limitation does not exists.

7.     Other .________________________

 

Where do I file a Challenge     Application?

Visit the Assessment Center located in Building  “C” room 107 for a Challenge application.  In     order to take the Challenge Exam you will need to complete the Challenge application, along with an explanation and supporting documentation for your reason (s) to   challenge.

 

The Specifics…

You will need to present a valid photo ID to the Assessment Center proctor at the time of     Challenging.

 

This is a one time test.

You will have one hour to complete the exam.

You need at least a 70% to pass.

You will not receive any credit or grade for     successfully passing the Challenge Exam.

If you are challenging several levels within the same subject you will need to pass the first test before you go can challenge the next one.

 

 
Text Box: The Matriculation Department along with the committee has five business (working) days to resolve the challenge and notify you of your results. The committee consist of the following: Matriculation/Enrollment Management Dean, Counselor and a Faculty of the subject you are challenging. Deadline to Challenge… If you plan to attend the course for the most current term you will need to complete the challenge before the end of the first week of the semester. Otherwise, will need to wait for the next semester to enroll in the course. What’s next?… Once your challenge results are in you will be notified by phone or in-person. You will also receive a copy of the challenge application for your records.

What are Prerequisites,

Co-requisites/co-current enrollment, and Advisories?

-Many courses listed in the class schedule will indicate suggested Prerequisites,    Co-requisites/Co-current enrollment, and Advisories after the name of the course.

These recommendations were made after careful  consideration by the faculty of that department.  You have the right to challenge the prerequisites/co-requisites if you believe one or more of the  following:

1. I  have the knowledge, ability or skill to succeed in the course despite not meeting the prerequisite or co-requisite.

2. I will be subject to undue delay in       attaining the goal of my educational plan because of the enrollment limitation, or because the prerequisite or co-requisite course has not been made reasonably  available.  My declared educational goal (e.g. AA degree, certificate of completion or transfer) is:_________________________

3. The prerequisite or co-requisite has not been established in accordance with    applicable college policies and procedures.

4. The prerequisite or co-requisite is in violation of Title 5, Section 55200-55202 of the California Code of    regulations.

 
Text Box: Prerequisite Challenge Process ….