Many physical and health conditions can affect the way a student functions in an academic setting. Conditions such as heart disease, multiple sclerosis, arthritis, carpal tunnel syndrome, fibromyalgia, Crohn's disease, and paralysis may necessitate accommodations. Students with disabilities which affect mobility may need accommodations that address physical barriers. Keep in mind that a student's ability to complete in-class work may be affected by their physical or health disability.
Check to be sure that doorways and aisles are free of obstacles. If a student using a wheelchair has difficulty in the space where your class or program is held notify Disability Services immediately.
Students with physical impairments that affect their ability to write, may use a word processor, a scribe, or speech-to-text software to complete assignments and exams at Disability Services.
Students with physical and health disabilities may require flexibility in attendance requirements. However, a student must meet the learning/skill/participation requirements of the course/program. It is important to let students know if/when their absences become excessive or if they are not meeting the essential requirements necessary to pass the course. Contact Disability Services if you have any questions or are in need of consultation.
If you are speaking with a student using a wheelchair for more than a few minutes, sit down so that you and the student connect at eye level.
If your class or program involves field trips, make arrangements well in advance for accommodating a wheelchair or other mobility needs. Contact Disability Services for mobility resources and suggestions.
If your class or program takes place in a laboratory setting, make sure such modifications as under-the-counter clearance, aisle width, and horizontal reach will work for the student.
Flexibility in timelines may be necessary in certain cases due to health conditions such as fatigue, effects of medication, etc.
Check to be sure that doorways and aisles are free of obstacles.
Students with physical impairments that affect their ability to write, may use a word processor, a scribe, or speech-to-text software to complete assignments and exams at Disability Services.
Students may require flexibility in attendance requirements. A student must still be able to meet the learning/skill/participation requirements of the course/program.
If you are speaking with a student using a wheelchair for more than a few minutes, sit down so that you and the student connect at eye level.
If your class or program involves field trips, make arrangements in advance for accommodating a wheelchair or other mobility needs.
If your class or program takes place in a laboratory setting, make sure such modifications as under-the-counter clearance, aisle width, and horizontal reach will work for the student.
Flexibility in timelines may be necessary in certain cases due to health conditions such as fatigue, effects of medication, etc.