Frequently Asked Questions

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Who do I speak to concerning a disability?

Students with disabilities should make an appointment to speak to the Disability Services Specialist upon enrollment to Cedar Valley College. The Disability Services Specialist is located in room L108. An intake will be conducted and paperwork will be completed during this time.

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What services are available for students with disabilities?

The Disability Services Office offers a variety of services and accommodations. The types of accommodations on determined on a case-by-case basis.


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Will documentation of my disability be required?

Yes. Please refer to the following disability documentation guidelines:

Physical Impairments

For physical disabilities that are visible (e.g. students who are visually impaired or use a wheelchair), no documentation is typically required by the Disability Services Office (DSO). However, if accommodations are requested that do not seem to be warranted by that particular disability, the office may request documentation from a physician explaining why those accommodations are necessary. Physical disabilities that are not visible (e.g. student with back problems, chronic pain, etc.) are required to provide DSO with documentation from a physician. This documentation should include the following:

1. Student's disability/medical condition
2. Symptoms and functional limitations of the impairment
3. Recommendations for special needs and accommodations

If documentation provided is incomplete, inadequate, or outdated, DSO may require additional documentation in order to determine your eligibility for services.

Hearing Impairments

Deaf and Hard of Hearing students are required to provide either (1) an audiological evaluation from a licensed audiologist or (2) documentation from an agency/professional that will certify degree of hearing impairment.

Psychological/Learning Disabilities/ADD/ADHD

Documentation must be from one of the following types of diagnosing professionals: psychologist, psychiatrist, certified social worker, LPC, educational diagnostician, relevantly trained medical doctor, or other licensed professional qualified to diagnose psychological disabilities. Documentation should include all of the following information:

1. Diagnosis based on DSM-IV
2. Current functional limitations and symptoms
3. Recommendations for academic accommodations

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