Accessibility Services
Eastern Gateway Community College is committed to providing reasonable accommodations for students with disabilities.
Students are responsible for notifying the Office of Student Accessibility Services regarding any disabilities for which they may need special services. Students with documented disabilities and medical emergencies may be eligible for medical extensions.
Accommodations may include extended time allowances for testing and required projects, interpreters, approved assistance equipment, or access to lecture notes and materials such as PowerPoints. Effective and reasonable accommodation in the classroom does not include fundamental alteration of the curriculum, classroom standards, or length of class time. Accommodations will be made on a case-by-case basis by the Office of Student Accessibility Services.
Medical extensions may allow the student who has experienced a documented, medical emergency additional time to complete coursework. Medical extensions require current documentation such as discharge paperwork that includes dates of care (with or without hospitalization), reason, and recovery period.
The Director of Student Accessibility Services will assist students in resolving immediate issues, provide assistance with academic concerns, and attempt to answer student questions. Pertinent documentation from a medical professional, psychiatrist, or psychologist must be submitted to the director and kept on file. Students who are interested should contact the director at access@egcc.edu
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This is a career support guide for individuals with a disability.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- How can I give permission for my family or friends to discuss my disability plan with the Office of Accessibility Services? Open Document
- How does my doctor or other medical provider send a report about my disability? Open Document
Helpful Links
- https://www.ada.gov/
Information and Technical Assistance on the Americans with Disabilities Act - https://ood.ohio.gov/
Opportunities for Ohioans with Disabilities - https://www.ssa.gov/
disability/ Social Security Administration - https://www.aapd.com/ American Association of People with Disabilities
- https://www.affordablecollegesonline.org/college-resource-center/deaf-student-college-career-advice/ College Advice for Deaf and Hard of Hearing Students
- https://www.inmyarea.com/resources/guide-internet-people-with-disabilities Guide For People With Disabilities: Programs For Low-Cost Internet, Mobile Plans, and Digital Literacy
- https://www.resumebuilder.com/comprehensive-resume-and-career-guide-for-people-with-disabilities Guide For People With Disabilities: Resume and Career Guide