The Developmental Disabilities Program provides an opportunity for adults with developmental disabilities to participate in classes that offer specifically designed curricula. Chaffey College works in cooperation with rehabilitation facilities, thus allowing persons with developmental disabilities access to their community college while attending a day program. Woodworking Grooming Work Adjustment Therapeutic Recreation Return to Menu Survival and Practical living skills are taught n the classroom to teach independent skills for home and community. Students, with instructor supervision, travel into the community on a regular basis to utilize skills that are first taught in the class. The woodworking class is designed to give students the opportunity to learn basic woodworking skills.
Emphasis is placed on the proper usage and safety of various tools.
Students, under the close supervision of an instructor, learn how to refinish and innovative projects. Vocational and pre-vocational training prepare students with the necessary skills to be successful in all aspects of employment. Students are trained to use various high tech equipment. In addition to learning academics, the students' curriculum provides them with work adjustment skills designed to improve work and social behaviors in a working setting. Return to Menu Woodworking skills have been instrumental in developing skills such as eye-hand coordination, motor skills, directional skills, organizational skills, responsible behaviors, and sensory skills.