Academic and Career Achievement Program (ACAP)

Our Mission

The mission of ACAP is to empower individuals with intellectual, developmental, and other neuro disabilities to live, learn, work, and participate in the social fabric of our community.  We believe given the opportunity and proper support, all individuals can achieve academic success, successful careers, and personal growth.

Who We Serve

The ACAP program at South Arkansas College is designed for individuals who have Intellectual Disabilities (ID) or Developmental Disabilities (DD), and who can benefit from the college experience and want to develop a career path.

Our Curriculum

The ACAP curriculum has been designed to create a learning experience where young adults with special needs are empowered with skills necessary to be independent, engaged, and contributing members of the community.  The curriculum, learning activities, and internships are structured around social interaction, personal development, independent living skills, preparation for a certificate or degree-seeking program, and/or preparation for employment.

Enroll Today!

Enroll today by completing the application form. Our program director will call you to schedule an interview and walk you through the process.

ACAP Success Stories

Following graduation from the program, one student said that he was excited because he achieved one of his life goals. He gained employment in a local restaurant. Through ACAP’s partnership with a local retailer, another student was able to show and sell her paintings, which she called “a dream come true.”

ACAP at SouthArk is an incubator for success! Our students come to us suffering from years of physical trauma and emotional abuse resulting in feelings of “I can’t do anything right,” or simply “I have no value.” When our students graduate from the program, their self-esteem has been rebuilt on a solid foundation of positive affirmation and education which results in an “I can” attitude.

The ultimate goal of the ACAP program is to allow students with special needs to have an inclusive college experience by attending classes, abiding by college rules and participating in college activities and events, all while preparing for gainful employment after graduation from the program.

To start your pathway to success, contact Amanda Moore at 870-864-7194.

Faculty and Staff

Amanda Moore
Program Director/Instructor, ACAP

School students