# Access Services Access Services We recognize that people with disabilities deserve equitable access to post-secondary education. We advocate for inclusion, promote equality, and collaborate to support those with disabilities. How NLC provides access for all Acknowledgement+ It is NLC’s legal responsibility to provide reasonable accommodation to students with disabilities without causing undue hardship to the institution. Access+ We promote equitable access to NLC programs for students with disabilities by arranging services to support their learning journey. Advocate+ We advocate for inclusion (Universal Design for Learning and Teaching) by raising awareness among NLC staff and faculty. Collaborate+ We actively collaborate with different community service providers who support people with disabilities. What we’re doing to help Here are just some of the ways NLC supports students with disabilities: Exams accommodation (readers/scribes, extended time, access to quiet room, etc.) Books and materials in alternate formats (e-text, large print, Braille, etc.) Note taking Peer tutoring Access to interpreting services Access to adaptive equipment Assistance with disability-related financial aid, if eligible Referral to community resources Liaison with community-based disability service agencies Recording Service – Student Acknowledgement Form For more details, view NLC’s access policy for students with disabilities here. Hours for Access Services Dawson Creek Monday, Wednesday, Thursday 8:30am–12:30pm, and 1:30-4:30 — Room 2311A Fort St. John Tuesday and Friday 10am–12:30pm, 1:30–3pm — Room 176 Chetwynd Access services available as necessary Fort Nelson & Tumbler Ridge Access services available as necessary Days scheduled for each campus are subject to change, please call ahead. Book Online: Schedule an Access Services appointment Contact the Access Services Coordinator For assistance or further information, contact the Access Services Coordinator. They will determine the reasonable accommodations according to NLC's Accommodation and Accessible Learning for Students with Disabilities Policy as well as documentation provided by the student. 250-784-7502 1-866-463-6652 (toll free) accessservices@nlc.bc.ca Gathering your documentation Documentation must be obtained from a professional who has specific training, expertise and experience in the diagnosis of the specified condition. Requirements All professionals submitting documentation must be appropriately certified and/or licensed to practice Documentation should include a diagnosis, symptoms and their severity, and a prognosis for the disability Documents should be dated, printed on official letterhead and typed (for purposes of legibility) Documentation should include the professional's name, title, registration number, phone/fax, mailing and email address and signature Documentation Examples Psycho-educational assessment (not older than five years) from a registered psychologist Audiology report and audiogram Ophthalmological report Clinical assessment report from psychologist/psychiatrist Neuro-psychological assessment report Occupational therapy report Eligibility Self-disclosure regarding specific disabilities is the students’ responsibility. If a student believes he/she needs additional services and support, this can be indicated on the NLC registration form or by informing the Admission’s Officer. Referrals for Access Services can also be made by other college staff, health professionals or community agencies. Types of disabilities we provide services for may include, but are not limited to: Visual impairment Hearing impairment Physical disabilities Learning disabilities Mental health Neurological disabilities Chronic health Temporary disabling conditions Access Services forms Provided are the fillable forms for our access services. If you need assistance in completing any of the forms, please contact your Access Services Coordinator. Access Services Intake Form Consent to Release Information (Internal) Accommodation Plan Request for Permanent Disability Status (select and complete the Appendix 8 form) Accommodation Invigilation Request Recording Service —Student Acknowledgment form