DISABILITY SERVICES

 

Labette Community College, in adhering to the belief that all people should have the opportunity to develop to their potential, endeavors to stimulate enthusiasm for learning and provide opportunities to develop skills and attitudes to be a fulfilled, contributing member of society.  LCC, in accordance with Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act and the Americans with Disabilities Act, ensures that no qualified person shall, solely by reason of disability, be denied access to, participation in, or the benefits of, any program or activity operated by the College.

Each person who has met the academic and technical standards for admission to, or participation in, College programs and has provided documentation from a certified professional stating the nature of the disability, shall receive the reasonable and appropriate accommodations needed to ensure equal access to educational opportunities, programs, and activities in the most integrated setting appropriate. Reasonable accommodations are those that do not fundamentally alter the nature of the program, that can be provided without undue financial or administrative burden, and that can be provided without lowering academic and other essential performance standards.

 

Services for LCC students who have a documented disability from a certified professional are coordinated through the ADA Coordinator in the Office of Finance and Operations  (2nd flr SUB x1230).  Many services are provided at no cost to enrolled students on an individual basis and with respect to confidentiality.

 

 How to Access Accommodations

  1. Students with disabilities are to contact the ADA Coordinator to schedule an intake interview.  During this meeting, the discussion will focus on how the disability affects the student and what accommodations have been recommended as appropriate at a postsecondary level.  Early contact with the ADA Coordinator is imperative to ensure accommodations will be in place by the first day of classes.

  2. Students will be required to furnish appropriate documentation of their disability. The documentation must be completed by a certified professional, and include justification and suggested academic accommodations.  This documentation must be on file with the ADA Coordinator before accommodations can be determined.

  3. The ADA Coordinator will determine if the documentation is adequate to establish the existence of a qualifying disability and to support the requested accommodations.  Renewal of documentation is normally required every three years and is the responsibility and expense of the student.

  4. Students must request accommodations each semester and requests should be made a minimum of 30 days before the first day of courses.

  5. Students will also be required to furnish a copy of the class schedule to the Coordinator for each semester accommodations are requested.

  6. Notify the ADA Coordinator immediately of schedule changes, including leaving a copy of the new schedule, with the changes marked.

 Types of Accommodations May Include, But Are Not Limited To:

· Notification of instructors concerning needed accommodations

· Note taker

· Course exam accommodations

· Recorded textbooks/materials

· Sign language interpreters

· Alternate print formats

· Quiet testing rooms

· Print magnifier

· Large screen computer monitor

· Screen reading software

· Alternate lighting for testing or studying

 

Accommodations/Substitutions

Accommodations will only be utilized in cases where the person’s inability to meet the requirement does not constitute a fundamental alteration in the nature of the course/program.  Students seeking an accommodation or course substitution on the basis of a specific disability shall present documentation to the ADA Coordinator to substantiate the disability.  The documentation must establish that the disability can be reasonably expected to prevent the individual from meeting course and/or degree requirements.  Substitutions, which are relevant to the student’s career aspirations or college concentration, will be considered.

 

Grievance Procedure for Students With Disabilities  

Students with disabilities whose accommodations, modifications, and/or adjustments are approved and who believe that they have been discriminated against on the basis of their disability should bring these issues to the attention of the ADA Coordinator.  The Coordinator will work with students, faculty and administrators to resolve disagreements regarding recommended accommodations.  If the Coordinator is unable to resolve the matter informally, or if the student with a disability is not satisfied with the resolution, she/he may file a written grievance with the Vice President of Student Affairs. 

 

 

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