APE Policies and Procedures

Students are expected to attend the classes on the days and times for which they enroll.  Please check your course syllabus for the attendance policy that applies to the course.

All APE classes are letter grade by default, but students can choose to receive a pass/no pass. Please check your course syllabus for the grading policy that applies to the course.

Students with a verified disability are eligible to repeat APE course subjects listed on the schedule. To become eligible, please apply to Disability Support Services.

In order to receive disability related accommodations and services, students must complete the following :

1. DSPS Application
2. Disability Documentation
3. Intake appointment with a DSS Counselor

Students can contact Disability Support Services for more information by sending an email to dss@deanza.edu.

A student who disrupts class may be asked to leave. De Anza College enforces all procedures set forth in the Student Code of Conduct.   For other policies regarding student rights and responsibilities, see the College policies.  Appropriate remedial and/or disciplinary steps will be taken when violations occur.

There are a limited number of trained student assistants working in the APE classroom. It is the instructor’s decision to assign exercise assistants to work with enrolled students and the duration.

De Anza College and the APE program does not provide students with a personal care attendant. Students must take responsibility for any necessary dressing and undressing, taking of medications, and getting to and using the bathroom. Such arrangements must be made by the student if they require that level of assistance.

The APE Exercise Assistants' role is only to help APE students with their exercise programs in the classroom. 

Clothing
In class, wear loose comfortable clothing.  Bring a small towel to wipe down equipment after use if you sweat excessively.

Shoes
Closed toe shoes are required. This is especially important for students with balance issues and/or diabetes. Sandals are not permitted.

Prior to class, do not eat a heavy meal before your exercise class.  A light snack an hour or so prior to the exercise class is recommended. Be sure to take your daily medications as you normally would.

It is important to warm up before getting into the heavier portion of your exercise routine, and the cool down should be gradual.

Be on time to class and don't leave early. Don't cheat yourself on your exercise time!