Academic Support Center (ASC) provides assistance to students who seek academic support. Students who are experiencing difficulty in their course work and students who wish to expand the opportunity offered in regular classes may receive assistance in the ASC.

Instruction in curricular and developmental areas is provided by ASC faculty members. Students are initially interviewed and assessed by an ASC faculty member. Based on areas of concern, an instructional program is tailored to fit the student's individual needs, interests and capabilities; the program is highly personalized and self-paced. One-to-one instruction is provided as needed.

In addition to the instruction provided with core courses such as mathematics, science and English, the ASC offers skill enhancement programs including:

• study skills
• reading comprehension and vocabulary
• speed reading

Other services provided are:

• Student Success Seminars
• tutoring - individual and group

The services of the ASC are available without charge to all OCC students and, for a minimal charge, to members of the community aged sixteen or older.