Overview 

South Mountain Community College offers a wide range of developmental education courses and programs. Developmental mathematics, reading and English courses are embedded within the appropriate instructional divisions.

Newly enrolled students are required by MCCCD policy to take the ASSET reading, mathematics and English tests. Based on assessment results, students are advised to enroll in the appropriate courses to prepare them for 100 level transfer or occupational focused courses. By Maricopa District policy, students have the right to waive the assessment and placement recommendations.

The division chairs are responsible for signing the waiver forms if requested by students.